Program Description The Electrical Applications program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, operate, troubleshoot, service and repair electrical equipment in residential, commercial and industrial settings. The program includes studies of motors, generators, transformers, electrical systems, and a wide variety of control equipment.

Entrance Requirements Applicants should be currently enrolled in or have successfully completed credits or equivalent standing from a Canadian school in: Grade 10 Math (20S) Grade 10 English Language Arts (20F) For further information regarding entrance requirements and the Mature Student option to the College, refer to the application/admission process on the College's web site. For further information regarding entrance requirements and the Mature Student option to the College, refer to the on the College's web site. Program Length/Start Dates/Location: Full-time students - 10 months Half-time students - 2 school years Class hours - morning (8:30-11:30 am) or afternoon (12:30-3:30 pm) or day (8:30 am-3:30 pm) Location - Henlow Campus Start Dates - September, November, February and April Apprenticeship Students who successfull complete this program with a minimum average of 70% in both theory and practical, gain employment and register as an apprentice within two years of graduating, will receive credit for Level 1 and 2 In-School Apprenticeship Training. Employment Opportunities Graduates of this program usually find employment as apprentice electricians with electrical contractors or in maintenance departments of large buildings and major companies. Students have also obtained employment with companies in the following industries: electrical wholesale, electrical manufacturers, power distribution, cable, and alarm industries, strong growth in Manitoba's construction, agri-food, mining and manufacturing industries has created opportunities for people with electrical training. Electricians and electrical technicians are both considered high demand occupations in Manitoba. 2010/2011 Tuition Fee/Costs* Tuition: $3,500.00 Books: (issued by instructor) $150.00 Total Due: $3,650.00 Additional Student Purchase Supplies: $360.00 *Tuition may be subject to change. Course Content - Electrical Applications     Course Code Grade Level Course Name Course Requirement(s) EL-010 8442 20S DC Circuits This course involves assembly and analysis of DC circuits including voltage, current, resistance, and power in series, parallel, and combination circuits. None EL-020 8443 20S AC Circuits This course involves assembly and analysis of AC circuits including voltage, current, reactance, impedance, and power in basic series and parallel circuits. EL-010 EL-030 8132 30S AC Machines This course includes connection, testing, and analysis of single phase motors and transformers. EL-020 EL-040 8135 40S Three Phase Power This course includes connection, testing, and analysis of three phase motors, transformers and alternators. EL-030 EL-050 8129 30S Residential Wiring This course involves the installation of residential wiring and equipment based on Canadian Electrical Code regulations. None EL-060 8189 30S Canadian Electrical Code This course involves the study of the Canadian Electrical Code as it relates to Level 1 of the construction electrical apprenticeship. EL-030, EL-050 EL-070 8133 40S AC Motor Controls This course involves the installation and testing of basic motor control systems. EL-040 EL-080 8190 30S Intermediate Motor Controls This course involves connection, testing, and analysis of DC motors and generators, as well as the installation and testing of intermediate motor control systems. EL-070 EL-090 8063 40S Construction Electrical This course involves installation of commercial/industrial wiring and equipment based on Canadian Electrical Code regulations. EL-050 EL-095 8453 40S Advanced Technical Applications This course involves material estimation, cost calculations, and blueprint reading. EL-050, EL-060, EL-090 EL-100 8192 40S Applied Industrial Electricity (Optional) Students may participate in a 120 hour Work Practicum to build on the skills they have developed during the course and gain experience through participation and teamwork. Completion of all courses listed above. More links.