Electrical Techniques

Program Information

Lambton College's Electrical Techniques program prepares students for a career in the rewarding and extensive electrical field.

Working both in the classroom and in various lab and shop settings, students gain practical, hands-on experience along with strong theoretical training in electrical fundamentals.

This program teaches students how electricity works, how many electrical devices work, how to use various electrical tools, the wiring of residential, commercial and industrial circuits, interpreting Electrical codes, and how electronics and instrumentation devices are used in today’s high tech world.

Upon completion, students who gain an apprenticeship are eligible to be exempted from Level 1 (Basic) of the in-school portion of the Construction Maintenance Electrician Apprenticeship program. These skills go well beyond the minimum requirements to begin an electrical apprenticeship. After students earn their Electrical Techniques certificate, they can continue their education in related technology programs at Lambton College, such as the Electrical Power Distribution & Control Technician program.

See Course List

 

Admission Requirements

O.S.S.D. or equivalent, with:

  • Grade 12 English C or U
  • Grade 12 Mathematics C or U
  • Grade 11 or 12 Physics C or U (recommended)

Please Note: Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology or any Grade 12U mathematics is recommended; Grade 12 Foundations for College Mathematics (MAP4C) minimum final grade is 60%. If the program is highly competitive, preference will be given to students having Grade 12 Mathematics for College Technology or any Grade 12U mathematics, as well as Physics C or U.

 

The admissions process is competitive and meeting the minimum academic requirements does not guarantee admission.

Lambton College reserves the right to alter information including admission requirements and to cancel at any time a program or course; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies or changes in the job market; to change the pathways third-party certification bodies; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations or over-acceptance of offers of admission. In the event Lambton College exercises such a right, Lambton College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to Lambton College.

Technology Requirements

In order to keep pace with the requirements of each and every course in your program, it is mandatory to own a reliable laptop to complete tests and assignments.

Costs

Tuition Fees

For more information regarding tuition, please contact international@lambtoncollege.ca.

Breakdown of fees for Sarnia
Term Amount
1 $7,299.43
2 $6,519.04
Total $13,818.47

Tuition fees are estimates and are subject to change each academic year. Fees do not include books (unless specifically noted), supplies or living costs.   

Lambton College reserves the right to alter information including admission requirements and to cancel at any time a program or course; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies or changes in the job market; to change the pathways third-party certification bodies; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations or over-acceptance of offers of admission. In the event Lambton College exercises such a right, Lambton College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to Lambton College.

Additional Fees

Additional Costs
Item Cost
Safety Shoes $150
Safety Glasses $20
Calculator $25
Tag-out Lock $20
Tool Kit* $275

*Tool Kit

The Tool Kit includesthe following items:

  • Linesmen Pliers - High leverage 9" side cutting pliers
  • Side Cutters (diagonal pliers)
  • Need Nose Pliers (long nose pliers)
  • Tongue and Groove Pliers (pump pliers)
  • Slot Screwdriver (flat screwdriver)
  • Terminating Slot Screwdriver - 2.5 mm - 3 mm width
  • Philips Screwdriver - #2
  • Two Robertson Screwdrivers - sizes red and green
  • Measuring Tape
  • WIre Strippers
  • Knife - no utility (razor) knives allowed
  • Torpedo Level - short 9" or so
  • Claw Hammer
  • Safety Lock