Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as an electrical engineering technologist or technician in B.C., you may choose to register with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through completion of an accredited diploma program and 24 months of progressive work experience, 12 of which must be at the technologist profile or higher in a Canadian work environment.

Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians

This instructional program class comprises any program that prepares individuals to apply basic engineering principles and technical skills in support of electrical, electronics and communication engineers. These programs include courses in electrical circuitry, prototype development and testing; systems analysis and testing, systems maintenance, instrument calibration, and report preparation.

Electrical, electronic, and communications engineering technology/technician

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as an electronic service technician in B.C., you may choose to register with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through completion of an accredited diploma program and 24 months of progressive work experience, 12 of which must be at the technologist profile or higher in a Canadian work environment.

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

This career is eligible for Red Seal endorsement. When all levels of your trades training are complete, you can write an Interprovincial Red Seal exam. A successful result demonstrates you have met the national standard for your trade in Canada will allow you to practice your trade outside of B.C. in provinces and territories covered by the Red Seal certification.

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as an electronic service technician in B.C., you may need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program. 

Electronic service technicians (household and business equipment)

Maintenance managers

To work as a contractor or supervisor of electrical trades or telecommunications occupations, you must have the appropriate certification for the trade you are working in. For detailed educational options for a particular trade related to this career, see the following career pages:

- [Electricians (except industrial and power system) (72200)](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/find-your-path/results/career/noc-72200)
- [Industrial electricians (72201)](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/find-your-path/results/career/noc-72201)
- [Power system electricians (72202)](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/find-your-path/results/career/noc-72202)
- [Electrical power line and cable workers (72203)](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/find-your-path/results/career/noc-72203)
- [Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers (72204)](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/find-your-path/results/career/noc-72204)
- [Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians (72205)](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/find-your-path/results/career/noc-72205)

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To work as an electrician in B.C., you will need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program. 

To work as 'Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers' and 'Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians' in B.C., you may need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program.

Contractors and supervisors, electrical trades and telecommunications occupations

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as an Electrical Power Distribution Manager in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Electrical power distribution managers

Electrical Engineering Diplomas

Electrical Engineering Certificates

Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians may work independently or provide technical support and services in the design, development, testing, production and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems. They are employed by electrical utilities, communications companies, manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment, consulting firms, and in governments and a wide range of manufacturing, processing and transportation industries.

This Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology Access Certificate is designed for students interested in the Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology - Renewable Energy program who do not currently meet the admission requirements or who wish to refresh their skills before entering the diploma program. While upgrading their academic credentials and learning skills, students will have the opportunity to take one or more courses which will give credit towards the technology diploma while gaining a better understanding of the field of electronics and obtaining skills in the field of computers and the use of test equipment. 

Electronics and Computer Engineering Access Certificate

The Mechatronics and Advanced Manufacturing Technology program prepares graduates for careers in the manufacturing industry. With growing reliance on automated technology in the manufacturing sector, technicians are being challenged to perform higher-level tasks that involve diagnostics, analytics, trouble-shooting and hands-on maintenance and repair. Students will acquire critical theoretical and technical knowledge, and hands-on practical experience in applied trades areas such as machining, welding, metal fabrication and electrical. In addition to these skills, students in this program will acquire the knowledge to enable them to prepare technical reports pertaining to the operation and management of an automated manufacturing facility.

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