Program Info
Effective Term
Fall 2018
Year Established
2018
Program Code
PWRTRD.CA
Degree Type
Certificate of Achievement
Program Description
Description
Covers the fundamental skills needed for entry-level employment or entry into a pre-apprenticeship skilled trade program in energy technology, electrical systems or construction technology. Built on stackable credentials, this certificate enables students to choose from a number of different career paths in these areas.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Solve work related problems using maths skills.
- Communicate ideas and information effectively (both written and orally).
- Identify electrical circuits, components, and symbols.
- Demonstrate application of mechanical power transfer though hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems.
- Identify multiple job-related environmental, safety, and ergonomic applied principles.
- Utilize digital literacy.
Career Opportunities
- Construction
- Carpentry
- Masonry
- Millwright
- Plumber/pipefitter
- Assistant substation operator
- Electrical maintenance journeyman
- Pert and cable tester
- UG cable splicer
- Electrical field service representative
- Field service technician (I&2) apprentice
Occupational Exposure/Risk
- Lifting over 50 lbs (back/knee/shoulder trauma associated with heights).
- Falling from heights (over 10 feet).
- Exposure to electric shock, live circuits, explosive gasses.
Admission Requirements
Additional Program Requirements
Students must successfully complete the Center for Workforce Development's Energy Industry Fundamentals Exam as administered by a licensed institution.
Program Requirements
Required Core Courses
| Course name | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| BLDE-100: Energy Industry Fundamentals | 4.00 |
| CIMMT-102: Hand and Power Tools | 1.00 |
| ENT-124: Construction Blueprint Reading | 2.00 |
| ENT-269: Energy Technology Project Management | 2.00 |
| HPEA-117: Strength Training and Physical Conditioning I | 2.00 |
| TAFD-125: Industrial Safety Awareness with First Aid | 3.00 |
| TAMA-110: Industrial Applications of Basic Mathematical Principles | 2.00 |
Electricity: Complete one: |
3.00 |
Credit Hours: 19
Minimum Total Credit Hours
19.00