Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology - Renewable Energy (Diploma)

Total Credits:	85.5+
Credential:	Diploma in Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology - Renewable Energy
Program Code:	ECENG.RE.DIP
CIP:	15.0303

Overview

Graduates of the Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology - Renewable Energy program will leave Camosun College with a broad knowledge of both electronics and computer engineering systems, which will enable them to embrace high technology in all its forms, and to support local industry in maintaining current products and systems and in creating the products of the future. At the same time, the program gives special emphasis to the technologies and control of renewable energy systems, a growth sector in Canada and around the world. Learners will get hands-on experience with leading edge systems and products and with industry standard development environments, which will facilitate a smooth transition into the workplace.

Career Opportunities

Computer-aided design (CAD)
Analog and digital circuit design
Instrumentation and data acquisition
Microcontroller system design
Programming embedded microcontrollers
Analysis, monitoring, control and design of renewable energy systems
Communications systems design and installation
Electronic control systems and robotics
Design and testing of microelectronic systems
Technical and sales support

Admissions

One of:

C in English 12
C in ENGL 092
C in ENGL 103
C in ENGL 130
C in ENGL 142
C in ELD 092
C in ELD 097
C in ELD 103

One of:

C+ in Pre-calculus 12
C in Math 12 Camosun Alternative

And one of:

C in Physics 11
C in Physics 11 Camosun Alternative
C in PHYS 151

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, the learner will be able to

Apply engineering, mathematical and scientific theoretical knowledge to the design, modification, construction, implementation and testing of electronic systems, circuits, equipment, microcontrollers and microprocessors
Apply technical skills to design, construct, modify, and test electronic systems, circuits, equipment, microcontrollers and microprocessors
Analyze, troubleshoot, and solve technical problems related to electronic and computer systems, circuits and equipment by applying advanced principles of engineering, mathematics and sciences
Conduct all work in compliance with relevant standards, regulations, codes, and safety practices
Apply the basic principles of project management to the development and completion of electronic and computer engineering projects
Communicate clearly, concisely, and effectively in spoken, written and visual forms appropriate to audience purpose and needs
Use interpersonal skills to support and promote effective collaboration and communication with colleagues, team members, and employers
Demonstrate professional and ethical conduct as an electronic and computer engineering technologist

Curriculum

Year One

Academic Term One

All of:

ECET 130 - Engineering Applications in C Credits: 3
ECET 140 - Circuit Fundamentals Credits: 3
ECET 161 - Digital Electronics 1 Credits: 3
ECET 190 - Electronics Project Credits: 3
ENGL 170 - Technical & Professional Communication 1 Credits: 3
MATH 166 - Applied Math for Electronics 1 Credits: 3

Academic Term Two

All of:

CDEV WPS - Workplace Preparation Skills Credits: 0
ECET 120 - Renewable Energy Systems Credits: 3
ECET 141 - Analog Devices Credits: 3
ECET 162 - Digital Electronics 2 Credits: 3
ECET 165 - Embedded Microcontrollers Credits: 3
MATH 168 - Applied Math for Electronics 2 Credits: 3
PHYS 157 - Physics for Electronics Credits: 3

Year Two

Academic Term Three

All of:

ECET 230 - Object-Oriented Programming in Hardware Credits: 3
ECET 242 - Analog Electronics Credits: 3
ECET 250 - Analog Communications Credits: 3
ECET 260 - ARM Microcontrollers & the Internet of Things Credits: 3
ECET 280 - Data Acquisition & PLCs Credits: 3
ECET 281 - System Dynamics Credits: 3

Academic Term Four

All of:

ECET 220 - Industrial Electronics for RE Credits: 3
ECET 221 - Control Systems for Renewable Energies Credits: 3
ECET 231 - CAD for Electronics Credits: 3
ECET 251 - Digital Communications Credits: 3
ECET 261 - Embedded Networking & Operating Systems Credits: 3
ECET 282 - Digital Signal Processing Credits: 3

Year Three

Academic Term Five

All of:

ECET 290 - Applied Research Project Credits: 6
ECET 291 - Engineering Project Management Credits: 1.5
ECET 292 - Design for Manufacturing Credits: 3
ENGL 273 - Technical Communication Credits: 3

Optional Program Credential Designation

Cooperative Education

Two of:

ECET 104 - Work Term 1 Credits: 6
ECET 204 - Work Term 2 Credits: 6
ECET 304 - Work Term 3 Credits: 6

Additional Information

Graduates of this program with a GPA of at least 5.0 (B) and no grade less than a “C” in any course are eligible to apply to a Camosun Engineering Bridge program which bridges to the third year of an engineering program at university to allow graduates to pursue an accredited bachelor degree in engineering. Acceptance to these programs is competitive. See the Engineering Bridge program descriptions for details.