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Interested applicants are encouraged to arrange a tour of the facility and discussion time with the instructor.

Electromechanical Technology

The Electromechanical Technology program will prepare graduates for the rapidly changing industrial environment. Graduates will also obtain many of the skills sought after by the fast emerging wind power industry. There is an increased need in industry for technicians with cross-disciplinary skills in the areas of electrical and mechanical technology.

This program prepares graduates to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair complex industrial equipment. The curriculum includes hands-on training in the areas of electronics, microprocessors, electrical control, industrial mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, programmable logic controllers and many other components and processes directly related to electromechanical technology.

The Atlantic Association of Directors of Apprenticeship Training and Board Chairs give credit for many of the modules completed to graduates who choose to pursue occupations in an Apprenticeship Trade (i.e. Industrial Electrical, Industrial Mechanical, Instrumentation Mechanic). For apprenticeship information please click here. Credit may also be given in other disciplines such as Industrial Electrical Technology, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology and Computer Engineering Technology.

Areas of Competency

DC Fundamentals
The relationships between current, voltage and resistance are explored in series, parallel, and series parallel circuits.

AC Fundamentals
Alternating current concepts studied include capacitive and inductive reactance, network theorems, complex AC circuit analysis, resonant circuits, and filters.

Electronic Devices
The basic principles and operation of semiconductor devices are examined. These include: diodes, transistors, JFETs, MOSFETs, operational amplifiers, oscillators, thyristors, and optoelectronic devices.

Digital Electronics
The uses and characteristics of a wide range of integrated circuits are studied. In addition semiconductor memories, Boolean algebra, logic circuits, memory devices, data conversion, and digital troubleshooting are studied.

Microprocessors
The basic architecture of the Motorola 6800 microprocessor is introduced and studied. Microprocessor theory, assembly language programming and interfacing are examined. The 6800 Motorola trainer is utilized to enable hands-on programming.

Power Sources
Transformers, rectifiers, power supplies, batteries, inverters, and uninterruptible power supplies are studied.

Electrical Equipment
The design, installation, testing, and troubleshooting of AC and DC motors and generators, transformers, and 3-phase systems are examined.

Electrical Control Systems
Motor control hardware; installation, interpretation, and troubleshooting of electrical schematics and circuitry.

Servo and Process Control Systems
Open and closed loop feedback system fundamentals; PID tuning; transducers, sensors and detectors; servo and motion control components.

Programmable Logic Controllers
Students learn the basics of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) with emphasis on Allen-Bradley and Omron products.

Hydraulics
Topics covered include principles of power hydraulics, fluids, conductors and seals, reservoirs, hydraulic actuators, directional control valves, pressure control valves, flow control valves, and hydraulic pumps.

Pneumatics
The student will focus on the fundamentals of Pneumatics and on applications. Topics covered include compressors, control of pneumatic energy, air distribution systems, valves, cylinders and motors.

Industrial Mechanics
Areas of study include machine shop fabrication, bearings, lubrication, chain drive operation, belt drive operation, and gear drive operation.

Welding
The basics in MIG, TIG, and oxyacetylene welding are studied and practiced.

Data Communications
Data Communications protocols including RS232, RS422, GPIB, and the OSI Model are studied. Industrial Ethernet, network topology and hubs and switches are introduced.

Fiber Optics
The basic principles of fiber optic technology are studied. Areas covered include fiber optic cable, installation considerations, and transmission systems.

Math and Physics
Algebra, trigonometry, vectors, complex numbers, forces, kinematics, statics, properties of matter, and heat are explored.

Written and Oral Communications
Students develop competency in written and oral communications through individual presentations, group activities, technical reports and other projects.

Computer Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, AutoCAD LT, databases, e-mail, and Internet are studied and applied.

Graduate Opportunities

• Manufacturing and automated process control equipment maintenance
• Hydraulic/pneumatic equipment maintenance
• PLC programming
• Robotic and motion control systems industry
• Instrumentation technician
• Research and development technician
• Electronic technician
• Technical sales
• Field service technician
• Wind energy technician

Admission Requirements

• Academic Grade 12
• Preference will be given to applicants with academic grade 12 math and grade 11 or 12 physics
• Resume including work and volunteer experience with applicable dates, membership in groups, associations or athletics, awards and distinctions, and any other information about yourself relevant to the program to which you are applying

If you have any questions concerning the Electromechanical Technology program, contact: aerospace@hollandc.pe.ca

Interested applicants are encouraged to arrange a tour of the facility and discussion time with the instructor.