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Electronics Engineering Technology

Electronics is considered the main component of today’s high-tech industries from consumer products to telecommunications and computers. The demand is high for persons trained in these skills.

The Electronics Engineering Technology (EET) program offers the academic and practical training to meet the needs of the electronics industry as an Engineering Technologist. With a blend of academic content, practical training and experience, learners will develop the required skills to apply electronic principles for circuit design and troubleshooting, to install and service electronic equipment and systems, and to install, operate and service modern electronic and data communications systems.

The program is nationally accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board of the Council of Technicians and Technologists. It leads to a diploma that is recognized across Canada.

Areas of Competency

Professional Competencies

• Interpersonal communications, time management, problem solving, study habits
• Research techniques using the Internet
• Project management
• Shop practice
• Professional practices/ethics

Mathematics

• Algebra, trigonometry, matrices, statistics and calculus
• Physics, forces, statics, kinematics, heat, light, sound and properties of materials

Communications

• Oral communications with emphasis on resume writing and interview skills
• Written communications with emphasis on technical report writing
• Presentation skills

Application Software

• The installation, configuration and use of spreadsheets, word processors, databases, e-mail and Internet software
• Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software, Electronics Workbench, Autosketch and Pspice

Analyze and Design Electrical, Electronic and Logic Circuits

• DC and AC circuit analysis, electronic test equipment
• Diodes, transistors, thyristors, operational amplifiers and voltage regulators
• Transient analysis, network theorems, filters and resonant circuits
• System noise, frequency spectrum and power supplies
• Digital logic circuits including solid state memories and programmable logic devices

Microprocessors

• Computer math, numbering systems and interfacing techniques
• Programming

Data Communications

• Communications protocols, TCP/IP, RS232, OSI model
• Computer Networks, Ethernet, Token Ring and peer to peer networks
• Routers and switches

Communication Circuits and Systems

• Audio circuits and systems
• RF amplifiers, oscillators, mixers and phase locked loops
• AM, FM and SSB receivers and transmitters
• Video circuits and distribution systems
• Radio frequency propagation, antennas and transmission lines
• Telephone systems
• Cellular and trunked radio systems
• Digital data communication systems
• Microwave transmission
• Satellite communications
• Fibre optic systems and applications

Graduate Opportunities

The graduate, through academic training and experience in the application of mathematics and engineering of scientific principles, is capable of assuming responsibility and of exercising independent judgment in the field of engineering or applied science technology.

Upon graduation the learner qualifies for associate membership in the Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Prince Edward Island leading to full Certified status (CET) after two years relevant work experience. This certification is recognized worldwide and is transferable across Canada.

The program also provides Fibre Optics Association Certified Training, as well as, CISCO Certified Training which enables the learner to pursue further certification.

Students who successfully complete this program may be eligible for the equivalent of a two-year transfer of credit to the following programs:

• the Bachelor of Electrical Engineering at the University of Victoria or Lakehead University in Ontario

Graduates of Holland College’s Electronics Engineering Technology program who meet Memorial University’s entrance requirements, may receive three years of credit toward the Bachelor of Technology Degree and complete that degree with an additional 12 months of study. This degree may be completed though distance education. For more information, please visit the Memorial University website, http://www.mi.mun.ca/btech/

The industry specified and nationally accredited curriculum enables graduates to seek employment opportunities locally, regionally, throughout North America and many international locations.

Please refer to 'Additional Program Information' for a list of companies that have employed our graduates.

Admission Requirements

• Academic grade 12
• Grade 11 or 12 academic math and physics
• Preference will be given to applicants with academic grade 12 math and physics
• Applicants must have training or experience in the use of computers such as keyboarding, desk top application software and operating system(s)
• 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 Electronics Engineering Technology program, contact: computerstudies@hollandc.pe.ca