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Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (Co-op)

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  • School of Engineering Technology
  • Duration: Two Years
  • Start Date: September 2023

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    On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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    Blended: Some courses, or parts of courses, in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location, while other courses, or parts of courses, will be delivered online or virtually to students at another location.
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    Corner Brook - On Campus delivery

    Description


    The Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (Co-op) program focuses on planning, designing, commissioning, servicing, troubleshooting, and decommissioning electronic systems. This general program enables graduates the opportunity to seek careers in a wide variety of technology areas, including electronic communications systems, computer network systems, industrial control systems, and surveillance and navigation systems.
     
    The program is designed to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge required to implement and work with modern communication systems using digital and fiber optics principles, embedded microcontrollers, applications including robotic controls, artificial intelligence, wireless control and industrial instrumentation & controls. Thanks to the widespread proliferation of sophisticated systems around the world, the demand for well-qualified electronics technologists is, and will be, high for years to come. 
     
    Graduates of this accredited program automatically satisfy the academic requirements for membership in the Association of Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Newfoundland and Labrador (AETTNL), and qualify for certification with the appropriate work experience and references. Students enrolled in this program are eligible for full student membership after the first year. Certification credentials are transferrable across provincial associations.

    Upon completion of this program, graduates may choose to further their education by completing a bachelor degree in technology or engineering at one of several institutions that have articulation agreements with College of the North Atlantic.
     
    ACCREDITATION
    This program is currently accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board (CTAB), which was acquired by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) in November 2019. TAC operates under the mandate of the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists, and is now the only national accreditation body for Engineering Technician and Technologist Programs.

    The academic credentials of graduates of both CTAB- and TAC- accredited engineering technology programs are currently recognized internationally by the signatories of the Sydney Accord.
     
    Note: This program may not be suitable for applicants who do not have normal colour perception.
     
    OBJECTIVES
    As an Electronic Systems Engineering Technologist, the graduate will have the knowledge and skill that will allow him/her to:

    1.   Demonstrate a high level of skill in the application of electronics principles.
    2.   Produce electrical and electronics drawings, layouts and reports.
    3.   Apply the skills and techniques to troubleshoot logic and digital circuits, and embedded microprocessor-based and microcontroller-based systems, including assembly and high-level language programs.
    4.   Design, assemble, maintain, and troubleshoot analog and digital communication systems.
    5.   Install, analyze and maintain industrial instrumentation and process control equipment.
    6.   Apply appropriate troubleshooting techniques to electronic circuits or systems, and generate and perform test procedures.
    7.   Determine, select, recommend and justify the purchase of electronic equipment, components and systems.
    8.   Modify, maintain, repair and recommend electronic equipment and systems.
    9.   Design, build, test and troubleshoot electronic circuits, equipment, systems and subsystems.
    10. Analyze and troubleshoot computer networks.
    11. Apply current industry practices of project management and business principles.
     
    CURRICULUM
    General education consisting of Project Management Skills (theoretical and applied), Communication Skills (oral and written), Mathematics, Physics, Electrical and Magnetic Theory, Engineering Graphics, Engineering Technology Awareness.
     
    Specific education in various aspects (theory and principles) of the Electronic Systems Engineering Technology profession including the theory and application of analog and digital electronics with specialized emphasis on Analog and Digital Communication Systems, Computer Programming, Microprocessor Interfacing Systems, Industrial Process Control Systems, and Networking.
     
    Practical education employing labs and shops focused on installation, configuration, operation and maintenance training associated with digital communications, wireless communications systems, microcontrollers, computer networks, cabling systems, and industrial process control systems.
     
    CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
    Job prospects for the electronics industry are expected to be strong in the foreseeable future. The Electronics Systems Engineering Technology program is designed to produce a well-rounded graduate who will be capable of working in a variety of electronic related fields. Graduates of the program will find rewarding employment in both the service and support side of the electronics industry as well as the consumer side. They will obtain employment in the areas of telecommunications, manufacturing sales, service, and support, computer sales, service and support, provincial and federal agencies, consulting firms, business equipment sales and service, industrial sales and service, aircraft surveillance and navigation, R&D and utility companies.
     
    Graduates with two years of progressive work experience may be eligible to receive the designation of Professional Technologist (P. Tech) upon completion of a Professional Practice and Ethics Exam.

    Note: Students will be required to complete one-day non-credit educational seminars throughout the program in: Program Solving and Decision Making, Environmental Citizenship and Ethics, and Technology Awareness.

    ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
    Eligibility for admission to an Engineering Technology program requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:
     
    1.  High School
    High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
    i. English (2 credits) (minimum 60%) from: 3201
    ii.  Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
    Advanced:  2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
    Academic:  2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
    Note: Students who received a combined average of 70% in high school Academic Mathematics 2201 and 3201, or a pass in both high school
    Advanced Mathematics 2200 and 3200 can be exempted from Math 1700. Students must apply for the exemption.
    iii. Science (4 credits) two of which must be selected from:
    Biology: 3201
    Physics: 3204
    Chemistry: 3202
    Earth Systems: 3209
    Note: The remaining two Science credits to be chosen from the highest Science mark in level 1, 2 or 3.
    2.  Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition
    Comprehensive Arts and Science (Transition) Certificate with the following courses:
    i. Math (60% MINIMUM) MA1040
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    , MA1041
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    ii. Two Science courses chosen from one of the following three combinations:
    a. Introductory Biology: BL1020
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    b. Introductory Chemistry: CH1030
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    , CH1031
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    c. Introductory Physics: PH1050
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    , PH1051
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    Note: It is strongly recommended that CAS students who intend to enroll in Engineering Technology programs complete both of the Chemistry courses and both of the Physics courses.
    3.  Adult Basic Education (ABE)
    Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with Degree and Technical Profile including the following courses (or equivalent):
    i. English (60% minimum) 3101A, 3101B, 3101C or 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
    ii. Mathematics (60% minimum) 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
    iii. Science from one of the following sections:
    a. Biology 1101, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
    b. Chemistry 1102, 2102A, 2102B, 2102C, 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
    c. Physics 1104, 2104A, 2104B, 2104C, 3104A, 3104B, 3104C
    Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses including those outlined above have been completed.
    4.  Mature Student Requirements
    Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

    International Applicants – English Proficiency
    All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
    If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
    If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
    Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.
     

    Courses


    CODE TITLE Hrs/wk
    Semester 1 (Fall) Cr Le La
    PH1140
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    Applied Physics 4 3 2
    ET1141
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    Introductory Electric Circuit Analysis 9 8 4
    MA1101
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    Mathematics 5 5 0
    CM1460
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    Writing for the Workplace 2 2 0
    CI1321
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    Electrical/Electronic Fabrication Techniques 3 2 3
             
    Semester 2 (Winter) Cr Le La
    AE2360
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    Analog Electronics I 6 5 2
    DP1110
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    Digital Systems I (Logic) 4 3 2
    CR1107
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    Network Fundamentals 4 3 3
    CT2300
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    Applied Programming 4 3 2
    ET1146
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    Advanced Electric Circuit Analysis 3 3 1
    MC1850
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    Spreadsheet Applications 1 0 2
             
    CERTIFICATIONS
    In addition to the formal courses listed in the program of studies, students in the Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (Co-op) program are required to obtain the following certificates of completion prior to WC1310
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    Co-op Work Term, Semester 3:
    - Standard First Aid/Heart Start
    - Workplace Hazardous Materials and Information Systems (WHMIS)
    - Power Line Hazards Awareness
    - Confined Space
    - Fall Protection

    *Students should be aware that additional fees may apply to external certifications.
             
    Semester 3 (Spring) Cr Le La
    CE3430
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    Network Cabling 4 3 3
    Students in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (Co-op) complete CE3430
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    (3 weeks) prior to beginning their Work Term.
    WC1310
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    Co-op Work Term 5 0 0
     
    Semester 4 (Fall) Cr Le La
    EG2120
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    Applied Engineering Drafting 2 1 2
    PR3150
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    Project Management and Financial Analysis 4 4 0
    CM2800
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    Oral/Written Communication Skills 3 3 0
    AE2365
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    Analog Electronics II 5 4 2
    DP2110
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    Digital Systems II (Interfacing) 5 4 3
    CE2730
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    RF Transmission & Antennas 4 3 2
    PR2790
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    Capstone Project I (Seminar) 0 1 0
             
    Semester 5 (Winter) Cr Le La
    MA2100
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    Mathematics 5 5 0
    AE3300
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    Industrial Electronics & PLCs 4 3 2
    DP3200
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    Embedded Controller Applications 4 3 2
    CP2000
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    Embedded Linux 3 2 2
    CE2280
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    Modulation and Encoding 5 4 2
    PR2791
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    Capstone Project II 4 3 0
             
    Semester 6 (Intersession) Cr Le La
    AE3301
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    Process Control 5 4 2
    CE3110
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    Wireless Communications Systems 5 4 3
    MA1530
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    Statistics 2 2 1
    The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15-week semester.  In intersession, the Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length.  Refer to course outline.

     

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