CAD_ 226 Computer Aided Drafting
The course provides an introduction to Computer Assisted Design and Drafting (CADD). You will learn how to produce Quality Engineering Graphics using Autodesk's AutoCAD software or an equivalent CADD package. The drawings you will create include Multiview projections, pictorial illustrations, chassis fabrication layout diagrams, schematic diagrams and wiring diagrams.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
COAP 120 Computer Applications
You will be introduced to operating systems, word processing, spreadsheets, databases and an algorithmic approach to problem solving using computers. You will learn how to use popular applications packages. You will study networking basics and gain experience operating in a multi-vendor local area network (LAN) environment.
2.0
Credit Units
32.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
ENGE 121 Basic Electricity
Your studies will focus on the principles of DC circuits. You will study electricity, current, voltage and resistance; Ohm's Law, power and energy; series-parallel circuits, capacitance and inductance; R-C and R-L circuits. Circuit analysis techniques will be stressed throughout the course.
6.0
Credit Units
96.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Corequisites:
LABS 123
MAT 122
LABS 123 Basic Electricity Lab
You will become familiar with illustrating and verifying the theoretical concepts covered in the lectures in ENGE 121 (Basic Electricity). You will be required to perform measurements typical of all technologies in the electrical stream.
6.0
Credit Units
96.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Corequisites:
ENGE 121
MAT 122
MAT_ 122 Technical Mathematics for Electrical Engineering
Technologies
You will learn basic algebra and trigonometry from the technical perspective. Your studies will focus on electronics standards and specifications, and algebraic and transcendental mathematics that are foundational to the electrical stream of programs and introductory statistics.
6.0
Credit Units
96.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
PHYS 121 Physics 1
Your studies will focus on the principles of vectors, translational and rotational equilibrium, torques, friction, translational motion, angular motion, work, energy, simple harmonic motion, wave motion, wave mechanics, sound, electric forces, electric fields and electric potential, and magnetism.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Correspondence
SEM_ 101 Technology Seminars
You will receive an orientation to your program and learn where and how the technician/technologist fits into the workplace and society. You will become familiar with the role of technicians/technologists in society, study and time management skills, increasing diversity in the workplace, principles of sustainability, the impact of technology on society and workplace safety requirements.
1.0
Credit Units
16.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Prior Learning
Equivalent Course(s):
ENGM 181
ETHC 183
ORTN 120
TCOM 102 Communication in Technology
Your studies will focus on the basic skills required of the technologist in the workplace. You will examine the communication process and interpersonal and workplace communication techniques. The course content includes technical writing and job search skills.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Learn Linc, Prior Learning, Online
Equivalent Course(s):
JOBS 288
JOBS 290
TCOM 120
TMGT 180
COAP 232 Computer Programming
You will explore the use of C++ language with an Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) approach to solve power system problems. Your studies will focus on the fundamentals of program writing using C++ language to analyze and implement an electrical project related to power systems.
4.0
Credit Units
64.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning
Prerequisites:
COAP 120 Minimum Grade of 60
and TCOM 102 Minimum Grade of 60
DGTL 221 Digital Logic Circuits
You will be introduced to digital logic circuit analysis and design including logic gates, flip-flops, memories, logic arrays, number systems, truth table and Karnaugh maps. You will learn analysis and design techniques applied to various types of combinational and sequential logic circuits.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Corequisites:
ELTR 221
Prerequisites:
ENGE 120 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 120 Minimum Grade of 60
ELTR 221 Semi-Conductor Electronics
The course content includes semiconductor diodes, bipolar transistors and field effect transistors. You will design, analyze and discuss the circuit applications of each device in its various configurations. You will also learn how to apply the analog and digital operations of each device.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Prerequisites:
ENGE 120 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 120 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 122 Minimum Grade of 60
ENGE 220 AC Circuits
You will learn the principles and methods of analysis of AC single and three phase circuits (including circuit analysis techniques). The course content includes AC voltage and current, phasor algebra, reactance, series-parallel circuits, impedance, networks and equivalent circuits, AC power, resonance, passive filters, motors, Delta-Wye and Wye-Delta transforms, balanced and unbalanced loads, and applied computer software.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Corequisites:
LABS 221
Prerequisites:
ENGE 121 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 122 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 123 Minimum Grade of 60
LABS 221 AC Circuits Lab
Your studies will focus on illustrating and verifying the theoretical concepts you learned in ENGE 220 (Electrical Circuits). You are required to submit the labs in a particular format (which includes objectives, equipment, procedures, diagrams and calculations, results, discussion and conclusions).
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Corequisites:
ENGE 220
Prerequisites:
ENGE 121 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 122 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 123 Minimum Grade of 60
LABS 222 Semi-Conductor Electronics Lab
You will verify theoretical concepts from ELTR 221 (Semi-Conductor Electronics) by working with electronic circuits commonly found in industrial control equipment. You will conduct experiments on power amplifiers, circuits fundamental to the integrated circuit package and operational amplifiers.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Corequisites:
ELTR 221
Prerequisites:
LABS 120 Minimum Grade of 60
MAT_ 223 Calculus 1 for Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Technologies
Your studies will focus on maximum-minimum problems, related rates, areas, mean and RMS. This technical calculus course also includes the rules for differentiation and integration of algebraic and transcendental functions along with their inverses. You will become familiar with determinations, elementary electronic problem solving and other applications of calculus.
5.0
Credit Units
80.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Prerequisites:
MAT 122 Minimum Grade of 60
PHYS 222 Physics 2
You will become familiar with magnetism, thermometry and calorimetry, the first and second laws of thermodynamics, linear and curvilinear motion, impulse and momentum, uniform circular motion, simple harmonic motion, waves and sound, and elasticity.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Equivalent Course(s):
PHYS 225
Prerequisites:
PHYS 121 Minimum Grade of 60
TCOM 103 Workplace Communication
Building on the skills you developed in TCOM 102 (Communication in Technology), you will apply basic research skills to create workplace documents. Your studies will focus on the workplace skills of creating effective client relations, conducting meetings and giving presentations.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Online
Equivalent Course(s):
COMM 181
COMM 190
TCOM 123
TCOM 190
Prerequisites:
TCOM 102 Minimum Grade of 60
COMP 220 Microprocessor Programming
Your studies will focus on microprocessor and microcontroller architecture and programming. Embedded systems (including differences between microprocessor and microcontroller applications) will be emphasized. You will become familiar with processor control signals, address allocation and decoding, I/O port interfacing, memory systems and interfacing, interface standards and troubleshooting.
5.0
Credit Units
80.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
DGTL 221 Minimum Grade of 60
and COAP 232 Minimum Grade of 60
CONS 220 Construction Techniques
You will learn safety codes and practices during the construction of electrical/electronic instruments. You will focus on safety and hazardous materials, hand tools, wiring and soldering, chassis fabrication, printed circuit board production and plastic materials. You will also become familiar with printed circuit board (PCB) software to create schematic diagrams and to produce printed circuit board (PCB) artwork drawings based on the schematic.
4.0
Credit Units
64.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
CAD 226 Minimum Grade of 60
and COAP 120 Minimum Grade of 60
DGTL 224 Advanced Digital Logic
You will be introduced to digital logic design utilizing VHDL (Very high-speed Hardware Descriptive Language) software, CPLD (Complex Programmable Logic Device) and PLA (Programmable Logic Array). The course content includes integrated circuit devices to replace individual digital integrated circuit devices and breadboard wiring.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
DGTL 221 Minimum Grade of 60
ELTR 231 Semi-Conductor Electronics 2
You will study analog circuits, opto-electronics devices and ICs, with emphasis on analog ICs (including OP AMPs, PLLs, 555 timer, voltage regulators and optical isolators). You will design popular electronic circuits.
4.0
Credit Units
64.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Corequisites:
LABS 231
MAT 232
Prerequisites:
ELTR 221 Minimum Grade of 60
and ENGE 220 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 221 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 222 Minimum Grade of 60
and PHYS 222 Minimum Grade of 60
INST 222 Basic Instruments
You will study the operation of measuring instruments (including analog and digital voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, analog and digital oscilloscopes, bridges, transistor curve tracers and signal generators). You will learn how to deal with measurement errors.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
ENGE 220 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 223 Minimum Grade of 60
INTL 226 Communication Systems
You will study the fundamentals of modern wireless systems, the techniques for modulation, demodulation, multiplexing, de-multiplexing, transmission, repeating and reception, and the analysis of commercial radios (AM, FM, SSB), TV systems and modern Pulse Communication systems. You will discuss how integrated circuits and computers are used as problem-solving tools and compare Industry Canada regulations with international standards.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Corequisites:
ELTR 231
MAT 232
Prerequisites:
ELTR 221 Minimum Grade of 60
and ENGE 220 Minimum Grade of 60
LABS 231 Semi-Conductor Electronics 2 Lab
You will experimentally verify the theoretical concepts from ELTR 231 (Semi-Conductor Electronics 2). You will also design electronic circuits and experimentally verify their operation.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Corequisites:
ELTR 231
MAT 232
Prerequisites:
ELTR 221 Minimum Grade of 60
and ENGE 220 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 221 Minimum Grade of 60
and LABS 222 Minimum Grade of 60
LABS 236 Communication Systems Lab
You will experimentally verify the theoretical concepts covered in the lectures in INTL 226 (Communication Systems). You will be building and testing communication transmitters, receivers, multiplexers, de-multiplexers and other communication circuits.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Corequisites:
ELTR 231
MAT 232
Prerequisites:
ELTR 221 Minimum Grade of 60
and ENGE 220 Minimum Grade of 60
MAT_ 232 Calculus 2 for Electronics Engineering Technology
You will gain an understanding of the basic meanings and mechanics of technical calculus (including multivariate differentiation and electrical problem solving using calculus). Using the Fourier series, your studies will focus on the fundamentals of harmonic analysis and the connection between t-domain and phasor domain analysis. You will also receive an introduction to differential equations as a model of electrical and mechanical systems problem solving.
3.0
Credit Units
51.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Prerequisites:
MAT 223 Minimum Grade of 60
COMP 244 Microprocessors and PICs
You will investigate embedded microcontrollers and their application to engineering design. You will learn to program in C++.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
COMP 220 Minimum Grade of 60
and COAP 232 Minimum Grade of 60
INST 232 Advanced Instruments
You will study advanced electronic instruments and measurement techniques (including transducers, frequency counters, digital meters, frequency-selective voltmeters, spectrum analyzers, logic analyzers and equipment interfacing).
4.0
Credit Units
54.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
INST 222 Minimum Grade of 60
INTL 224 Wireless Technology
Your studies will focus on wireless technologies (such as cellular phone systems and the personal communication system - PCS) and popular wireless services (such as wireless paging and wireless networking). You will explore popular wireless equipment (such as pagers, repeaters, modems and wireless LAN cards). You will learn state-of-the-art design concepts, modulation schemes, multiplexing/ multiple access techniques, speech and channel coding methods, and diversity. You will examine international standards for the Americas, Europe and Asian-Pacific regions and analyze public data networks (including Cellular Digital Packet Data-CDPD).
4.0
Credit Units
54.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
INTL 220 Minimum Grade of 60
and ELTR 225 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 232 Minimum Grade of 60
MAT_ 238 Electronics Differential Equations and Transforms
You will study the solutions to first-order and second-order differential equations using transformation methods with applications to physical electrical circuits.
3.0
Credit Units
42.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Prerequisites:
MAT 232 Minimum Grade of 60
MGMT 222 Management
You will study management theory and management practices with specific applications to project, economic, human resource and stress management. Training exercises, cases, videos and other materials will help you develop practical management skills.
3.0
Credit Units
44.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
PROJ 221 Technical Project
You will produce a functioning electronic device that meets industry standards. You will also design artwork used to produce printed circuit boards and for given circuits using printed circuit board CAD. You will etch printed circuit boards from the designed artwork and then appropriately mount all of the components on them. In addition to fabricating a chassis or enclosure for a given application, you will become familiar with WHMIS materials and safety standards. After the finished product is tested for proper operation, you will write a service/operations manual.
6.0
Credit Units
90.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
CONS 220 Minimum Grade of 60
and ELTR 225 Minimum Grade of 60
TCOM 104 Applied Research in Technology
You will develop a technical proposal and apply advanced research skills to a technical problem. You will use the technical problem-solving process in an applied research project and present your research findings in a written report and oral presentation.
2.0
Credit Units
34.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Equivalent Course(s):
COMM 115
COMM 182
COMM 290
Prerequisites:
TCOM 103 Minimum Grade of 60
CNTR 226 Control Systems
You will study analog and digital control systems. You will use various tools to analyze and simulate analog systems. You will become familiar with time and frequency domain analysis using LaPlace transforms, Bode plots and various types of sensors and data acquisition systems. You will learn how to implement different types of controllers and compensation networks. You will also evaluate system parameters using PID controllers and compensation networks.
4.0
Credit Units
64.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Prerequisites:
ELTR 231 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 238 Minimum Grade of 60
COHS 221 Data Communications
Your studies will prepare you for the successful completion of the Netware 5.1 CNA exam (Test #050-639).
3.0
Credit Units
51.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Corequisites:
INTL 225
Prerequisites:
COAP 120 Minimum Grade of 60
COMP 223 Digital Signal Processors
You will explore digital signal processors (DSP) and their application to signal analysis and device and waveform control (including the programming of DSPs in C++).
5.0
Credit Units
68.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
COMP 244 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 238 Minimum Grade of 60
INTL 225 Data Communications
You will be introduced to the technology of digital communications and networks (from small local area networks to international networks) and data communication standards and protocols. You will become familiar with the latest network technology (such as wireless LANs, digital subscriber line -DSL, cable modems, LAN switching and gigabit Ethernet). The technology covered will prepare you for Computer Technology Industry Association (Comp TIA) Network+ certifications.
3.0
Credit Units
51.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Corequisites:
COHS 221
Prerequisites:
COMP 220 Minimum Grade of 60
INTL 227 Communication Systems
You will study the technologies for fibre optic systems, time domain reflectometry, microwave equipment and transmission lines. You will also analyze important circuits and communication system components.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Prerequisites:
INTL 224 Minimum Grade of 60
and INTL 226 Minimum Grade of 60
INTL 228 Advanced Communication Systems
You will study the technologies for public telephone systems satellite/microwave communications, and antennas, and also analyze important circuits and communication system components.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Prerequisites:
INTL 224 Minimum Grade of 60
and INTL 226 Minimum Grade of 60
LABS 237 Control Systems Lab
You will verify theoretical concepts from CNTR 226 (Control Systems). You will conduct experiments with linear control systems such as speed and position control using both analog and digital techniques. You will also describe and model physical components using data acquisition techniques.
3.0
Credit Units
48.0
Lab hours
Learning Method(s):
Lab/Practical
Corequisites:
CNTR 226
Prerequisites:
ELTR 231 Minimum Grade of 60
and INST 232 Minimum Grade of 60
and MAT 238 Minimum Grade of 60
PROJ 230 Applied Research Project
You will choose a technical project and be expected to work with others. Once the project has been identified, you will conceptualize, synthesize, research various designs, identify controlling factors, choose the best design, build and test a prototype (if feasible), establish the critical path for project completion, estimate the total cost (including materials and labour), estimate the time required for completion, make a complete parts list, identify vendors, and document all of your work. Your project culminates with a full written report.
5.0
Credit Units
68.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
PROJ 221 Minimum Grade of 60
Year 1 - Semester 1 (September to December), Semester 2 (January to April), Work Term (May to August)
Year 2 - Semester 3 (September to December), Work Term (January to April), Semester 4 (May to July)
Year 3 - Work Term (September to December), Semester 5 (January to April)
