Electrical Engineering Technology (co-op)

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Electrical Engineering Technology (Co-op) program at Niagara College, applicants must meet the following Academic Requirements:

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, including the following required courses:

• English – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent
• Mathematics – any Grade 12 (C) or (U), or equivalent

Recommended Courses and/or Skills: While not mandatory, the following courses and skills may enhance academic success in this program:

• Physics – Grade 11 (U) or Grade 12 (C) or (U)

Selection and Ranking: Applications are evaluated based on the published Academic Requirements. When the applicant provides proof of meeting the requirements, an offer of admission can be issued, provided space is available in the program.

Program Requirements:

Transportation

• Students are responsible for their own transportation in order to complete program requirements which may not be readily accessible by public transportation.
• Program requirements could include co-ops, placements, volunteer requirements, practical labs, field projects, assignments, clinicals, or any other off-campus visits required as part of the program’s curriculum.

Computer/Technology Requirements: Students must ensure they have a Microsoft Windows 10 based desktop or laptop system that meets or exceeds the following general personal computer technology requirements:

• A desktop or laptop system running on an updated Microsoft Windows 10 operating system.
• Minimum 256GB SSD storage and 8 GB memory.
• An integrated or peripheral video camera, microphone, and speaker system.
• Reliable internet connectivity with Broadband capabilities (a minimum download speed of 5 Mbps) is recommended.
• Successful installation and activation of both AutoCAD and Multisim found on the Blackboard Homeroom page (after timetable selection).

Niagara College will not be able to provide support for systems different than the above specifications. Any provided software may not operate properly. Academic software for your courses (supported under the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system) will be made available for download and remote use. Access will also be provided to remote high-performance computer labs if software downloads are not feasible.

Note: There is no support for Chromebooks or Apple products for this program.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

For any clarification and support, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

If English is your second language, Niagara College will accept the following language proficiency scores for the Electrical Engineering Technology (co-op) program, which is an Advanced Diploma at the undergraduate level:

• Cambridge English Exams (B2 First/FCE, C1 Advanced/CAE or C2 Proficiency/CPE):
  • Minimum score: 169 – No skill under 162.
• International English Language Testing System (IELTS):
  • Minimum score: 6.0 – No individual band under 5.5.
• Internet-based (IBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL):
  • Minimum score: iBT: 80, with a minimum of 20 in Writing and Speaking.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE):
  • Minimum score: 58+, with no individual skill below 53.
• Duolingo English Language Test:
  • Minimum score: 105+, with no individual subscore below 95.
• Canadian Academic English Language Test (CAEL):
  • Minimum score: 60 – No individual band under 50.
• Completion of Niagara College’s English for Academic Preparation (EAP) Level 5 with 70% and no individual grade under 50%.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.