Electrical Engineering Technology

NAIT's Electrical Engineering Technology is a nationally accredited and internationally recognized program that provides a comprehensive study of electrical principles and practices. The program will provide graduates with the skills to perform entry-level roles in several industry disciplines, including power systems operation and protection, maintenance and commissioning, electrical machines, industrial and commercial design, power electronics, and programmable logic controllers (PLCs). Technologists will also learn critical skills and experience in:

• the structure, operation, protection and control of electrical power generation, transmission and distribution systems and electrical motors
• the planning, design and specification of power, lighting, control and communication systems in buildings and industrial plants
• control of plant systems and motors through the use and application of PLCs and variable-frequency drives (VFDs) and the application of communications technology linking these various plant systems
• researching, writing and presenting technical reports

An electrical engineering technologist should possess an aptitude toward math and physics applications. In addition to electrical and technical abilities, the technologist relies upon good written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment in a dynamic workplace.

For an Alberta occupational profile of an electrical engineering technologist, go to www.alis.gov.ab.ca/occinfo.