Energy Systems Engineering Technology - Electrical
(Optional Co-op)

Description: This series of modules will prepare students for job searching for their co-op work terms with the guidance of a Coop Advisor. Students will familiarize themselves with the co-operative education policies and procedures and will learn the expectations, rules, and regulations that apply in the workplace regarding social, organizational, ethical, and safety issues while developing an awareness of self-reflective practices. Students will reflect on their skills, attitudes, and expectations and examine available opportunities in the workplace. Successful completion of these modules is a requirement for co-op eligibility.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course is designed to elevate the student's previous knowledge of PLCs to allow for sequence controls and data manipulation. The learner will achieve this by applying higher levels of programming instructions and data transfer commands. The various methods of interconnecting PLCs will also be explored to aid in the understanding of the manufacturing process.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: CNTR2180
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: Electrical Projects is designed to give the student the skills and knowledge necessary to test and evaluate the operation of electronic controls, electrical wiring and electro‑mechanical equipment. The course employs manual skills already acquired and allows the student to develop testing and troubleshooting techniques on standard equipment. In addition, the student will learn to sketch and draw components; do soldering and perform standard lab practices common to this industry. Students will also learn to communicate technical information orally and to complete written reports, and material requisitions. As well, the student will be able to calculate voltages, currents, resistances and power; and measure conductor sizes, length and weights to assist in the testing of repairs to the equipment in question. All through the course, the student will make use of safety standards, electrical codes, and equipment pertinent to the project he/she is working on.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: DRWG1415 AND EECE1455
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course is designed to introduce the student to the theory of operation and control of various DC motors. Various types of generators and motors such as shunt, series and compound are studied with particular attention to load testing, efficiency, speed, winding configuration, and connections. Machine control applications introduce the student to voltage regulation, motor starting techniques and various control devices.

• Hours: 70
• Credits: 5
• Pre-Requisites: EECE1140 AND MATH1895 AND PHYS2010
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course provides the student with basic troubleshooting techniques for application to industrial power electronic apparatus. The student is given an understanding of the operating principles of a variety of circuits and systems including DC and AC motor drives. The student will also be able to select appropriate test equipment and to locate and repair faults in electronic equipment, components and common systems.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: EECE1140 AND EECE1450 OR EECE1455
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course is intended to introduce the student to photovoltaic and battery technologies. The student will explore both theoretical and practical applications of photovoltaic systems. The student will learn the necessary calculations to size photovoltaic and battery-based systems.

• Hours: 70
• Credits: 5
• Pre-Requisites: EECE1520 AND MATH1880
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course informs the student of the need to be aware of workplace standards. They will learn how machines are made safer to reduce liability and improve productivity. Using a risk assessment will enhance the reasons why safeguarding requirements and techniques are utilized in today’s manufacturing industries.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the Electrical Safety Code. The student will learn to apply the electrical code to various electrical installations.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This is the first course in transformers for electrical technician/technologist. The student will study the basic operation of a transformer; determine the polarity of the windings; and derive current and voltage relationships and the transformer equation. The electrical representations of the ideal and real transformers are investigated which include the determination of the no load loss and load loss of the transformer. Both single phase and three phase transformer arrangements will be studied. The student will also look at the basic construction of the transformer and various components used with the transformer.

• Hours: 70
• Credits: 5
• Pre-Requisites: EECE1140 AND MATH1895 AND PHYS2010
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: This project course is designed to give the student the knowledge to connect/wire a PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), HMI (Human Machine Interface) and peripheral devices (such as output/input cards, pneumatic cylinders, push buttons, sensors, motors, motor drives, etc). Some basic HMI interface programming will be taught as well. Introducing automation modules and electrical schematics is also part of the course content.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
• Pre-Requisites: CNTR2180
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: AC Test Floor Practice is designed to provide the student with the skills and knowledge necessary to prepare test reports and compare operating characteristics of AC machinery, circuits and associated apparatus. Normal and changed conditions affecting efficiency, current and voltage, power, power factor, and frequency are investigated in both large and small machinery and apparatus, which as closely as possible, produce conditions found in industry. Students will be required to use skills and knowledge obtained in Alternating Current Theory to set up, connect, control and test A.C. equipment.

• Hours: 70
• Credits: 5
• Pre-Requisites: EECE2130 OR EECE2131
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

Embedded Design I introduces students to the fundamentals of embedded systems, focusing on microcontrollers, hardware interfacing, and basic firmware development. Through hands-on activities and projects, students will learn to program microcontrollers, work with sensors and actuators, and implement real-time control applications. The course covers key concepts such as digital I/O, communication protocols, and power management. By the end of the course, students will have a solid foundation in designing and troubleshooting embedded systems for various electrical and energy applications.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course introduces the student to the application of various types of monitoring and control devices as used in the electrical industry. PID controllers used for motor, temperature and pressure control are among the topics covered. Various topics in Fibre Optics are included.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: EECE2140 AND INST1015
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: $320.50

Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: This co-op work term will provide students with college-approved work experience in an authentic, professionally relevant work environment. Students will be provided the opportunity to connect theory and practice by leveraging their academic training to develop a broad base of vocational skills. The practical applications of this work term will promote students’ awareness of key concepts and terminology in their field, cultivate their problem-solving and decision-making capabilities, encourage their development of professional autonomy and collaboration, and enhance their capacity to analyze and reflect on their demonstrated abilities in the workplace.

• Hours: 420
• Credits: 14
• Pre-Requisites: CDEV1020 OR CEPR1020
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course continues the study of AC Theory and uses mathematical principles to solve complex electrical circuits. AC topics include complex series and parallel circuits, harmonics, Fourier analysis and resonance. Additional power systems topics will be as follows: high voltage power transmissions, breakers and switchgear and protection and control systems.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: EECE2115 AND EECE2480 OR EECE2481 OR EECE2490
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course introduces the student to various energy generation technologies including but not limited to wind power, hydroelectric power and combined heat and power (CHP) systems. Energy storage systems will be described. The student will explore both the theoretical and practical applications of the systems, and perform necessary calculations to describe the power relationships. The student will investigate various methods of supplying energy to the grid.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course introduces the student to various energy management opportunities in HVAC systems and industrial processes including but not limited to boilers, compressed air systems and waste heat recovery. Heating and cooling load calculations will be performed and HVAC systems will be described. Students will demonstrate the refrigeration cycle and control building components using a building automation system.

• Hours: 70
• Credits: 5
• Pre-Requisites: INST1015
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course will allow students to propose and design a product from existing market products in the area related to both energy systems and industrial process control. The students will utilize software to manage references and timeline and also present (both written and oral) their initial designs. Industrial wiring and grounding techniques will be reinforced in their initial designs. The designs will be used to build the prototype for their final projects.

• Hours: 14
• Credits: 1
• Pre-Requisites: CNTR2045 AND EECE2070 AND EECE2115 AND EECE2140 AND EECE2480 OR EECE2481 AND INST2010
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course provides the student with an understanding of energy accounting and economics, energy auditing, lighting systems and building science as it relates to energy balances. An introductory knowledge of building automation systems is presented.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

Networking Fundamentals introduces students to the principles and technologies of computer networking, with a focus on applications in electrical and energy systems. This course covers network architecture, communication protocols, IP addressing, and security fundamentals. Students will learn to configure, troubleshoot, and secure wired and wireless networks used in industrial automation, smart grids, and energy management systems. Topics include Ethernet, TCP/IP, routing and switching, remote monitoring, and industrial communication protocols such as Modbus and SCADA. Through hands-on labs and real-world case studies, students will develop the skills needed to implement and maintain reliable network infrastructure in electrical and energy systems applications.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

Programming Applications for Electrical Systems is a course focusing on the application of programming in electrical and automation systems. Students will develop skills in writing, debugging, and optimizing code for industrial control, data acquisition, and monitoring applications. The course covers programming for programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and embedded systems, with an emphasis on real-world electrical system integration. Through hands-on projects, students will implement control algorithms, interface with sensors and actuators, and develop custom software solutions for power systems, automation, and smart grid technologies. By the end of the course, students will be proficient in applying programming techniques to enhance the functionality, efficiency, and reliability of electrical systems.

• Hours: 28
• Credits: 2
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description: This course introduces the student to advanced transformer concepts. Included in the areas of study will be transformer testing and electrical design. Emphasis will be placed on design concepts and the course will include a practical project.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: EECE3060
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description: This course introduces the student to codes and bylaws pertaining to renewable installations and conservation efforts. Third-party verification programs are investigated, along with energy auditing procedures and methods of reducing peak load. Construction features in new and renovation projects are evaluated and energy storage opportunities explored. Cost analysis calculations of renewable and conservation efforts are performed using current software.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites: ENVR2040 OR ENVR2045
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

In this course the students shall build a new product or system based on the initial design proposed in Project Planning and Presentation course. The students must write a complete report on the final design, practical use and designated market for which the product or system would be introduced.

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: EECE3420
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

Power Transmission and Distribution (PTD) course deals with different transmission line approximations. Detailed substation arrangements of Ontario, power factor correction and power distribution are studied in this course. This course deals with the mechanical and electrical characteristics and insulators of overhead transmission line. Students will study different grounding methods and have knowledge on different ground resistance measurements. Moreover, student will also gain knowledge on metering techniques and instrument transformers. In the lab students gain the practical experience needed to work in an industrial environment and/or power utilities (generation, transmission, distribution).

• Hours: 56
• Credits: 4
• Pre-Requisites: EECE3060
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: Not available at this time.

Description:

This course allows the student to design, install and maintain fuel cell, solar thermal, heat pump, solar and wind energy systems. Data collection is conducted and system operation calculations are applied to the various systems.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.

Description:

This course introduces the student to fuel cell, solar thermal, heat pump, biomass, nuclear and natural gas energy systems. The student will explore theoretical and practical applications of these technologies. The student will apply system sizing, efficiency and capacity calculations while being introduced to the system components and their operation.

• Hours: 42
• Credits: 3
• Pre-Requisites:
• CoRequisites:
• Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.