The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of SIAST programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake.
Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year.
Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.
Please refer to the course descriptions for course specific learning methods.
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Classroom and lab experiences will help you gain an understanding of the electrician trade, electrical theory and electrical terminology. Your studies will help you become familiar with basic electrical circuits, components used in electrical equipment and types of fasteners. You will terminate conductors and install typical lighting and receptacle circuits.
5.0
Credit Units
70.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
You will be introduced to Ohm's Law, Watt's Law and Kirchoff's Laws through classroom and lab experiences. You will apply these laws to solve series, parallel, combination and three-wire circuit problems.
5.0
Credit Units
70.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
BT 140 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
You will learn the theory of conductors and how to select and install the correct conductors and equipment for branch circuits.
5.0
Credit Units
70.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Independent Study
Prerequisites:
BT 140 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
Your studies will focus on the inter-relationship of magnetism and electricity. You will use meters to measure electrical properties (such as volts, amps, resistance, power and energy). You will install basic signal systems and typical residential remote control relay systems using industry installation standards and trade standards of workmanship.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Independent Study
Prerequisites:
BT 141 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
You will practice fundamental employability skills related to oral and written communications. You will also practice employability skills related to working effectively with others. You will learn personal employability skills and the effect of attitudes and behaviours on successful job search and career advancement.
2.0
Credit Units
30.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory, Independent Study, Work Based Delivery, Prior Learning, Correspondence, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s): BCOM 120 COMM 127A COMM 185 COMM 187 COMM 191 COMM 193 JOBS 190 TCOM 120 TCOM 140
Your studies will introduce you to the purpose and uses of a word processor and electronic spreadsheet. You will develop the basic skills of creating, editing and formatting documents and spreadsheets.
1.0
Credit Units
15.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab, Prior Learning, Correspondence-Structured Time, Online/Blackboard
Equivalent Course(s): COAP 120 COAP 172 COAP 381 COMP 120
The course covers the fundamentals of mathematic measurements, calculations and problem solving for electrician studies. It includes arithmetic computation, basic algebra, basic trigonometry and capacity calculations involving distance, area, volume and weight measurements.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Lecture hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Theory
Your studies will focus on electrical drawings and the installation requirements for single-dwelling services. You will learn how to read and interpret blueprints, apply lighting theory to determine lighting requirements for installations and calculate the minimum size of service equipment. You will also practice installing a typical 100-amp single-dwelling service.
5.0
Credit Units
70.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
BT 140 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and BWC 121 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
You will be introduced to the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, personal protective equipment and rigging. You will learn how to use and maintain tools.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
You will receive an introduction to the wiring methods used to install electrical circuits. You will become familiar with the minimum Canadian Electrical Code requirements and practice installing typical circuits. You will also be introduced to residential data cabling.
4.0
Credit Units
60.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
BT 140 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and SFTY 130 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
You will receive an introduction to the wiring methods used to install electrical circuits. You will become familiar with the minimum Canadian Electrical Code requirements and practice installing typical circuits.
3.0
Credit Units
45.0
Other hours
Learning Method(s):
Lecture/Lab
Prerequisites:
BT 140 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
and SFTY 130 Minimum Grade of 60 (concurrent)
