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Overview
The Electrical Foundation program from Selkirk College teaches aspects of residential, commercial and industrial wiring with a focus on residential.
The curriculum follows the Industry Training Authority (ITA), BC Ministry of Advanced Education and Labour Market Development guidelines for the first year of the "in class" component of the electrical apprenticeship, which includes installation of electrical equipment in compliance with the Canadian Electrical Code.
Learn Vital Industry Standards
- Canadian Electrical Code Regulations and Standards
- Circuit concepts and basics
- Control circuit installation
- Low voltage distributions systems installation
- Read and interpret drawings and manuals
- Safe work practices
- Test equipment usage
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses included:
- Use Essential Skills
- Use Safe Work Practices
- Use Tools and Equipment
- Apply Circuit Concepts
- Use Test Equipment
- Read and Interpret Drawings and Manuals
- Apply the CEC, Regulations and Standards
- Install Low Voltage Distributions Systems
- Install Control Circuits
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Duration
- Full-time
- 6 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
Most programs accept applications 12 months before the start date.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Electrical Engineering Electronics & Embedded Technology View 4 other Short Courses in Electronics & Embedded Technology in CanadaExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Have graduated from a BC Senior Secondary School or equivalent, or
- Be 19 years of age or over at the time of application, or
- Be under 19 years of age but have a written recommendation from your Secondary School Principal
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International
12744 CAD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 12744 CAD for the full programme during 6 months. -
National
3438 CAD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3438 CAD for the full programme during 6 months.
Living costs for Burnaby
1600 - 2700 CAD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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