Electrical Techniques Apprenticeship

Overview

Learn the theoretical principles and trade skills required to becoming an electrician.

To enrol in the Electrical Techniques – Apprenticeship Ontario College program, applicants must:

  • be currently employed in the trade
  • be formally registered as apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD)
  • have a valid offer of classroom training from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development that includes a Ministry Client ID and approved Class Number

Eligibility is determined by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.

The Electrician Construction and Maintenance trade is a compulsory trade in Ontario and requires a certification.

To learn more about apprenticeships, visit ontario.ca/page/skilled-trades for more detailed information.

NOTE: The Pembroke Campus currently only offers the Level 1 courses.

Success Factors

This program is well-suited for students who:

  • Work well with others.
  • Have a strong sense of responsibility.
  • Are safety aware

Program Eligibility

  • Prospective students must be registered apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development and must be a member in good standing with Skilled Trades Ontario (STO)
  • Eligibility is determined by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development

Additional Information

For more information, contact Joe Mcleary, Program Coordinator at mccleaj@algonquincollege.com.

Courses

ELE7811 Canadian Electrical Code – Level 1
Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to apply the requirements of the Canadian Electrical Code – Part 1 (CEC) to identify and interpret general requirements of the CEC; identify and interpret the CEC requirements for conductor ampacity including free air, above and underground installations, grounding and bonding, wiring methods, class 1 and 2 circuits, receptacles and lighting in residential occupancies, single-dwelling and dwelling units, pools, tubs and spas, and temporary installations; and be able to calculate the service requirements for a residential occupancy, single dwelling and row-housing.

ELE7812 Prints – Level 1
Upon successful completion, the apprentice is able to identify and interpret the alpha numerical lines; use the metric and imperial scales and be able to convert between them; obtain information from architectural, structural and mechanical drawings, specifications, building code and CEC to complete an electrical installation for a single-dwelling; draw and label a panel schematic for a single-dwelling; draw and label for a panel schematic for a single-swelling; and complete a material take-off for a single-dwelling.