Career Map: Industrial Electrician

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Industrial Electricians: install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical equipment, associated electrical and electronic controls, and hydraulic and pneumatic equipment. They work in industrial, manufacturing, and power plants, often as permanent employees.

Certification Requirements in Ontario

Certification to work in a trade in Ontario is called a Certificate of Qualification. This is often referred to, as the “C of Q”. Trade certification for Industrial Electricians in Ontario is available through Labour Market and Training Division Apprenticeship offices of the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU). The legislation that regulates Industrial Electricians is the Apprenticeship and Certification Act (1998).

Certification for Industrial Electricians is voluntary. This means that the electrician can work without being certified. However, certification is recommended. Most Industrial Electricians working in Ontario are certified, and most employers ask for both the C of Q and the C of A - the Certificate of Apprenticeship. Certified Industrial Electricians have better employment opportunities and earn higher wages than those without certification.

To become a certified Industrial Electrician in Ontario you must do one of the following:

complete a four- to five-year apprenticeship. Apprenticeship includes on-the-job training (about 90 per cent of the apprenticeship) and some in-school training (about 10 per cent of the apprenticeship). Apprenticeship is a training agreement between a person who wants to learn a skilled trade and an employer who needs a skilled worker. An apprentice earns at least minimum wage while working and learning the skills necessary to become a qualified tradesperson or journeyperson. Apprentices receive a Certificate of Apprenticeship when they complete their training. Employers often request this certificate as proof of training and experience.

or

complete five years of work experience as an Industrial Electrician

or

prove equivalent work experience

When you have done this, you must also:

apply for the Certificate of Qualification pay the required fees write and pass the Certificate of Qualification examCompetencies Required to Practise Your Trade in Ontario

Before you can receive government certification, you must complete training that covers the competencies listed in the Apprenticeship Training Standards – Industrial Electrician. This document lists in detail all of the skills and work tasks that Industrial Electricians must be able to demonstrate in order to be eligible to write the Certification of Qualification exam. In Ontario, an employer who sponsors an apprenticeship signs off on each of the following competencies during an apprenticeship:

protect self and others communicate select and use hand and power tools install, maintain, and repair wiring systems select and use test and measuring equipment read, interpret, and revise schematic drawings and documentation install, maintain, and repair lighting systems install, maintain, and troubleshoot power distribution systems select, install, and maintain batteries and battery chargers install, maintain, and troubleshoot control systems install, maintain, and troubleshoot rotating equipment install, maintain, and troubleshoot motor drive systems install, maintain, and troubleshoot microprocessor-based systems

As an internationally trained Industrial Electrician, you must be able to prove that you have these skills before you can write the Certificate of Qualification exam.

Language Requirements

When you apply for certification as an Industrial Electrician, you are not required to pass an English language test, but the job requires excellent language skills. As an Industrial Electrician, you are required to read and interpret technical manufacturers’ manuals, schematic drawings, and health and safety guidelines. You must also be able to give and receive instructions clearly and effectively.

To become certified, you must write a technical multiple-choice exam, which requires a knowledge and understanding of the English terms used in this trade.

Application Process

There is no automatic certification for internationally trained tradespeople in any trade in Ontario, but there is an assessment process used to evaluate the training and experience of internationally trained tradespeople. The length of time that it will take you to become certified will depend on how closely your training and experience match the training standards for Industrial Electricians in Ontario. It can take as little as a week if you are immediately eligible to write the certification exam, or as long as five years if you have to complete a full apprenticeship.

Before You Emigrate To Canada

Get as much information as possible about working as an electrician in Ontario. Apprenticeship Training Standards – Industrial Electrician is a useful reference if you are unfamiliar with the terminology used and the skills required in Ontario. You can get a copy of this booklet from a Labour Market and Training Division Apprenticeship office in Ontario. (There is a list of these offices at the end of this fact sheet.)You will need proof of your training and experience. Collect documentation that proves your skill level as an Industrial Electrician. Include letters from employers or unions, diplomas, and other documents that describe your training and the work tasks you have performed. These documents must also show where and for how long you have worked as an electrician in an industrial setting. It is important to include as much information as possible about your years of experience and your duties at work, because the evaluation of your skills will be based on your on-the-job experience.

When You Arrive in Ontario

The Labour Market and Training Division Apprenticeship offices process all applications for trade certification in Ontario. When you arrive in Ontario, contact the office in your area and make an appointment to see a training consultant. If you haven’t already requested a copy of Apprenticeship Standards – Industrial Electrician, you can get one from these offices.

View a map of the steps you need to take to become certified - PDF format. 

Step 1. Meeting a Training Consultant

The training consultant will ask you for documentation that describes your past work experience and training. Take as many of these documents as possible to this first meeting:

dated letters written on company letterhead from the companies (or unions, if applicable) for whom you worked, stating: your job title the exact start and finish dates of your employment in the trade the number of hours you worked a detailed description of the skills your demonstrated on the job, and a

complete description of your job duties your Social Insurance Number (SIN)

trade certificates, diplomas, or licences official school transcripts from your training a detailed list of the subjects covered in each course and the length of each

course

If these documents are in a language other than English or French, bring a translation that is signed by a registered translator, a notary public, or a lawyer.

The training consultant will use these documents to compare your work experience to the requirements for certification as an Industrial Electrician in Ontario.

Step 2. Assessment of Your Previous Training and Experience

The training consultant will assess your documents and compare your training and experience to that required in Ontario. If your documented experience is equivalent to that required of an apprentice in Ontario, you will be eligible to write the Certificate of Qualification exam. You will then complete an application for the Certificate of Qualification. If your documented experience is not equivalent to Ontario’s training requirements, you may have to get more training and work experience.

Training and work experience

If required, you can enter into an apprenticeship agreement to get on-the-job training. To get a position as an apprentice, you must apply directly to employers and find one to sponsor your apprenticeship. You will then register your apprenticeship agreement with a Labour Market and Training Division Apprenticeship office.

You can find employers by looking in the Yellow Pages (the telephone directory for businesses) or in local newspapers. Employers sometimes place job ads at government employment agencies. Employers want a well-written resume and for you to tell them about how you will benefit their business and the trade.

Attestation of Competencies

In addition to providing documentation above, you will be asked to complete and sign an Attestation of Competencies. This document is an oath that you make, stating that you have all the competencies required for the trade. This Attestation of Competencies will be considered as proof that you are able to do the work of an Industrial Electrician. A false attestation is a serious criminal offence.

Step 3. Application for the Certificate of Qualification

When you have met the requirements for certification, you will apply for the Certificate of Qualification.

Step 4. Exam Preparation

The Certificate of Qualification exam is based on the skills that Industrial Electricians need to succeed in the workplace. The content of the exam reflects both on-the-job and in-school training. This is why many workers who have not worked in Ontario find the exam difficult.

The best way to prepare for the exam is to make sure that you can perform all the skills described in Apprenticeship Training Standards – Industrial Electrician. Study the competencies and be sure that you can explain the theory behind each task. Work experience is helpful before writing the exam. You should also study the Ontario Electrical Safety Code, available at most community college libraries in Ontario. The following readings are also recommended for preparation for the exam:

Canadian Electrical Code by R. Gilmour (Canadian Standards Association) Delmar’s Standard Textbook of Electricity (Delmar Publishers) Electronics for Industrial Electricians by Stephen L. Herman (Delmar

Publishers)

In Ontario, these books are available at community college libraries and bookstores, and possibly at local libraries or general bookstores. A ministry training consultant may be able to give you the titles of other helpful publications.

Many community colleges offer pre-exam or exam preparation courses. These courses give applicants practice in writing the exams. They usually provide training over several weekends and cost about $300.

Some community agencies may also offer special training courses for internationally trained Industrial Electricians. Contact the Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants (OCASI) at the address shown at the end of this fact sheet. OCASI can provide information about settlement agencies in your community.

Step 5. Certificate of Qualification Exam

You may write the Certificate of Qualification examination for Industrial Electrician at a Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities’ Labour Market and Training Division Apprenticeship office, once you have either completed an apprenticeship or been approved based on your work experience for this trade. The exam is available year-round, usually by appointment. You can arrange a date to write the exam during your meeting with a training consultant, or you can call the Labour Market and Training Division Apprenticeship office to make an appointment to write the exam. You must show photo ID on the day of the exam.

Description of the exam 

The Certificate of Qualification exam is a written exam with multiple-choice questions. These questions test your practical knowledge of workplace procedures and tasks. You are allowed three hours to complete the exam.

Readers/translators

If you have difficulty with English, you are allowed to bring a reader with you. Readers can be anyone whose English skills are strong; they may be relatives, friends, or interpreters from your community. Readers can translate the parts of the exam that you don’t understand, but they are not allowed to help you answer the questions. The exam is highly technical; make sure that you choose someone who knows English well, but does not have knowledge of industrial electricity. Readers must sign a statement that they do not have any training or experience in the trade.

Dictionaries, pencils, erasers, and paper are available in the exam room. If you bring your own dictionary, you will be asked to submit it to the exam supervisor for inspection.

Pass mark

The pass mark for the exam is 70 per cent.

Rewriting failed exams

Your exam results will be mailed to you. The results sheet will detail the score as a percentage for each section of the exam, so if you fail, you will know which areas you still need to improve. You can rewrite the exam after fifteen days.

If you fail the exam twice, you will be required either to take a refresher course to upgrade your training or to get more work experience before you can try the exam again. There is a $100 fee every time you write the exam.

Step 6. Certificate of Qualification

If you pass the exam, your Certificate of Qualification will be mailed to you. You can get an official duplicate (copy) of the certificate from the Labour Market and Training Division Apprenticeship office for a fee of $60. Industrial Electricians receive a lifetime certificate and renewal is not required.

Fees and Costs(in Canadian dollars) 

Application for the Certificate of Qualificationno fee

Registration of an apprenticeship,if required $40

Certificate of Qualification examination $100

Rewriting failed exams (re-examination) $100

Training and Upgrading

You may need to take upgrading courses to help you prepare for the exam. But training and upgrading doesn’t stop there. Industrial Electricians work in industries that are constantly changing and where computer knowledge is increasingly required. Most Industrial Electricians will require training and upgrading throughout their careers. Training and upgrading courses are offered by community colleges and trade schools, often as evening courses. The cost for these courses is between $75 and $100. Unions and other associations may also offer training courses.

Labour Market Information

Industrial Electricians work for electrical construction firms, motor vehicle manufacturers, primary steel producers, mining companies, pulp and paper companies, motor vehicle parts manufacturers, and electric power companies. Electricians who install and repair robots and other computerized control equipment used in the auto parts and manufacturing sectors are becoming an increasingly important part of the manufacturing team.

The increase in the number of jobs for electricians is above average. The current workforce in this occupation is aging, so there will be job opportunities for new workers resulting from a high level of retirement.

The salary for Industrial Electricians varies according to the workplace and local labour market conditions. The average salary ranges from $14,600 for an apprentice to $65,000 for a journeyperson (certified tradesperson), excluding overtime and bonuses.

For more information on labour market conditions, see Ontario Job Futures atwww.ontariojobfutures.net or on the Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) website. In Ontario, this information is also available in the Ontario Job Futures binder at public libraries or at HRDC Employment Resource Centres in your community.Related Trades and Occupations

Many internationally trained electrical engineers, technicians, and technologists apply to become electricians in Ontario. It is important to remember that although there are many similarities in these occupations, the skills required of an electrician are hands-on and very different from the duties of electrical engineers, technicians, and technologists. Electrical engineers, technicians, and technologists may be surprised when their applications to become certified as electricians are refused, but applicants must show proof that they have on-the-job work experience of an Industrial Electrician.

Industrial Electricians often work in electrical power plants or generating plants. In this setting, they commonly work as powerhouse operators and power line workers. Both of these occupations also have voluntary certification.

Electrical trades in the construction sector include Construction and Maintenance Electricians, Domestic and Rural Electricians, and construction Power Line Workers. Certification is compulsory for Construction and Maintenance Electricians and for

Domestic and Rural Electricians, but it is voluntary for construction Power Line Workers.

Other related occupations include appliance technician, communication electrician, electrical winder-repairer, electronic technician, electronic engineering technologist or technician, and electrical appliance salesperson. For information on these and other related occupations see Ontario Job Futures on theHuman Resources Development Canada (HRDC) website. The Ontario Job Futures binder is also available at public libraries or at HRDC Employment Resource Centres in your community.MTCU apprenticeship offices in Ontario

To order a copy of the training standard for your trade, to get more information about certification, or to make an appointment with a training consultant, contact the MTCU office in your community.

Barrie Office55 Cedar Point DriveBarrie, OntarioL4N 5R7Telephone:705-737-1431Toll-free:1-800-560-3821Fax: 705-737-5684

Belleville Office135 North Front StreetBelleville, OntarioK8P 3B5613-968-5558Telephone:905-837-7721 orToll-free:1-800-958-6885Fax: 613-968-2364

Brantford Office505 Park Rd. NorthSuite 201Brantford, OntarioN3R 7K8Telephone:519-756-5197Toll-free:1-800-668-4479Fax: 519-756-0724

Chatham Office870 Richmond St. WestChatham, OntarioN7M 5J5Telephone:519-354-2766Toll-free:1-800-214-8284Fax: 519-354-3094

Cornwall Office132 Second Street EastSuite 202Cornwall, OntarioK6H 1Y4Telephone:613-938-9702Toll-free:1-877-668-6604Fax: 613-938-6627

Hamilton Central OfficeEllen Fairclough Building119 King Street West5th FloorHamilton, OntarioL8P 4Y7Telephone:905-521-7764Toll-free:1-800-668-4479Fax: 905-521-7701

Kenora Office227 1/2 Second Street SouthKenora, OntarioP9N 1G4Telephone:807-468-2879Toll-free:1-800-734-9572Fax: 807-468-2881

Kingston Office299 Concession StreetSuite 201Kingston, OntarioK7C 2B9Telephone:613-548-1151Toll-free:1-866-973-4043Fax: 613-545-1204

Kitchener Office4275 King Street EastSuite 200Kitchener, OntarioN2P 2E9Telephone:519-653-5758Toll-free:1-866-877-0099Fax: 519-653-2460

London Office Mississauga Office North Bay Office

217 York StreetSuite 201London, OntarioN6A 5P9Telephone:519-675-7788Toll-free:1-800-265-1050Fax: 519-675-7795

The Emerald Centre10 Kingsbridge Garden CircleSuite 404Mississauga, OntarioL5R 3K6Telephone:905-279-7333Toll-free:1-800-736-5520Fax: 905-279-7332

447 McKeown AveSuite 104North Bay, OntarioP1B 9S9Telephone:705-495-8515Toll-free:1-800-236-0744Fax: 705-495-8517

Ottawa OfficePreston Square347 Preston St., 3rd FloorOttawa, OntarioK1S 3H8Telephone:613-731-7100Toll-free:1-877-221-1220Fax: 613-731-4160

Owen Sound OfficeService Ontario Building1450 1st Ave. WestSuite 100Owen Sound, OntarioN4K 6W2Telephone:519-376-5790Toll-free:1-800-838-9468Fax: 519-376-4843

Pembroke Office400 Pembroke Street EastPembroke, OntarioK8A 3K8Telephone:613-735-3911Toll-free:1-800-807-0227Fax: 613 732-8819 

Peterborough Office901 Lansdowne Street WestPeterborough, OntarioK9J 1Z5Telephone:705-745-1918Toll-free:1-877-433-6555Fax: 705-745-1926

Pickering Office1420 Bayly Street< br/> Unit 1Pickering, OntarioL1W 3R4Telephone:905-837-7721Toll-free:1-800-461-4608Fax: 905-837-6726

Sarnia OfficeBayside Mall150 Christina Street NorthMain FloorSarnia, OntarioN7T 7W5Telephone:519-542-7705Toll-free:1-800-363-8453Fax: 519-542-3391

Sault Ste. Marie OfficeRoberta Bondar Place70 Foster DriveSuite 150Sault Ste Marie, OntarioP6A 6V9Telephone:705-945-6815Toll-free:1-800-236-8817Fax: 613-945-6818

St Catharines OfficeGarden City Tower301 St Paul Street10th FloorSt Catharines, OntarioL2R 7R4Telephone:905-704-2991Toll-free:1-800-263-4475Fax: 905-704-2985

Sudbury Office159 Cedar StreetSuite 506Sudbury, OntarioP3E 6A5Telephone:705-564-3030Toll-free:1-800-603-5999Fax: 705-564-3033

Thunder Bay Office189 Red River Road1st Floor, Suite 103Thunder Bay, Ontario

Timmins OfficeGovernment Building5520 Hwy 101South Porcupine, Ontario

Toronto Central Office625 Church Street1st FloorToronto, Ontario

P7B 1A2Telephone:807-346-1550Toll-free:1-800-439-5493Fax: 807-346-1583

P0H 1H0Telephone:705-235-1950Toll-free:1-877-275-5139Fax: 705-235-1955

M7A 2B8Telephone:416-326-5800Fax: 416-326-5799

Windsor OfficeRoundhouse Centre3155 Howard Avenue, 2nd FloorSuite 200Windsor, OntarioN8X 4Y8Telephone:519-973-1441Toll-free:1-800-663-5609Fax: 519-973-1415

For More Information

For information on certification requirements and training in Ontario, contact:

Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities - training hotline (no charge in Ontario): 1-800-387-5656; website: www.ontario.ca/employmentontario

the MTCU apprenticeship office in your community (see the addresses and fax and telephone numbers listed above)

For information on the electrical industry in Ontario, contact:The Ontario Electrical League101 Duncan Mill RoadSuite 101North York, Ontario M3B 1Z3Telephone: 416-495-0052Fax: 416-495-1804E-mail: league@oel.orgWebsite: www.oel.orgFor information on joining a union, contact:I.B.E.W. Local 89426 Caristrap StreetUnit #1Bowmanville, OntarioL1C 3Y7Telephone: 905-623-7851Fax: 905-623-1091E-mail: jgillett@ibew894.orgFor information on apprenticeship for electricians, contact:Joint Apprenticeship Council (JAC)23 Lesmill RoadSuite 106Toronto, OntarioM3B 3P6 [No, Toronto]

Telephone: 416-510-2932Fax: 416-510-2937E-mail: JAC@canlinks.comFor information on electrical contractors in Ontario, contact:Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario170 Atwell DriveSuite 460Toronto, OntarioM9W 5Z5Telephone: 416-675-3225Fax: 416-675-7736E-mail: ecao@ecao.orgWebsite: www.ecao.orgFor information about electrical safety standards in Ontario, contact:Ontario Electrical LeagueMr. Ted Olechna , Provincial Code Engineer155A Matheson Boulevard WestSuite 204Mississauga Ontario L5R 3L5Telephone: 905-712-5366E-mail: ted.olechna@electricalsafety.on.caWebsite: www.esainspection.netFor information on where to get help once you arrive in Ontario, contact:Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants (OCASI)110 Eglinton Avenue WestSuite 200Toronto, OntarioM4R 1A3Telephone: 416-322-4950Fax: 416-322-8084E-mail: general@ocasi.orgWebsite: www.ocasi.orgFor information on settling in Ontario, visit www.settlement.org.For information about accessing professions and trades in Ontario, contact:Government of OntarioMinistry of Citizenship and ImmigrationGlobal Experience Ontario (GEO)Tel: 416-327-9694 or 1-866-670-4094TTY: 416-327-9710 or 1-866–388-2262Fax 416-327-9711E-mail: geo@ontario.caWebsite: www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/geo/index.htmGo back to the Information on Trades page 

Career Map: Applied Science and Engineering Technicians and Technologists

Download this Career Map PDF Access to Engineering or Applied Science Technology Professions in OntarioThis document was updated in collaboration with the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration in March 2011. Requirements may have changed by the time you apply. Please contact the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists before completing your application.Copyright in this Career Map is held jointly by the Queen's Printer for Ontario and the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists, © 2011. This career map may be used or reproduced by any third party for non-commercial, not-for-profit purposes, provided that no fee, payment or royalty of any kind shall be charged by the third party for any further use or reproduction of the career map by any person. Any proposed commercial or for-profit use or reproduction of this career map requires a written licence from the Queen's Printer for Ontario and the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists.

Professions in the field of engineering/applied science technology are not regulated in Canada. Certification is voluntary and not required in order to work as a technician or technologist. However, certification for engineering/applied science technicians and technologists is offered in each province by provincial associations, and may be required by some employers.

In Ontario, certification for engineering/applied science technicians and technologists is available through the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT). OACETT is a non-profit, self-governing, professional association of approximately 24,000 members. OACETT functions under the Statutes of Ontario by the OACETT Act of 1984 (revised 1998). The Act recognizes OACETT as a professional body whose main objective is to establish and maintain high standards for the profession of engineering and applied science technology. The certifying arm of OACETT is the Institute of Engineering Technology of Ontario (IETO). IETO's panel of expert members evaluates applications and registers engineering/applied science technicians and technologists who meet recognized national standards in education and experience.

OACETT awards the following certified titles:

Certified Technician (C.Tech.) Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.)

Our members may also hold the protected titles of Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) or Certified Engineering Technician (C.E.T.) which are no longer awarded.

In Canada it is illegal to use these titles without being certified as a full member of a certifying association. In Ontario, only certified members of OACETT may use these titles. Technicians and technologists trained in engineering or applied science technology who are not certified may call themselves technician, engineering technician, technologist, or engineering technologist.

OACETT also awards the following three specific designations to members who have completed specific courses and experience requirements allowing them to work on Ministry of Transportation Road Construction Contract Administration assignments:

1. Road construction contract administrator (rcca)2. Road construction senior inspector (rcsi); and3. Road construction junior inspector (rcji).

Certified Engineering and Applied Science Technicians and Technologists specialize in the following engineering or applied science disciplines:

Civil/Building/Geomatics Chemical/Instrumentation Materials/Bioscience Electrical/Electronics/Computer Mechanical/Industrial Resources/Mining/Geological Environmental

Certified Engineering/Applied Science Technicians and Technologists work for consulting firms, manufacturers, industries, utilities, educational institutions, and government in a variety of positions ranging from project manager, maintenance supervisor, and quality analyst to professor, president, and chief executive officer. They usually work as part of an engineering team, but may also work as consultants operating on their own or in partnerships.

Certification Requirements in Ontario

To become a Certified Technician or Technologist in Ontario you must:

1. Have the appropriate education/academic training. A Certified Technician must be a graduate from a recognized 2-year

post secondary engineering technician or applied science diploma program or equivalent.

A Certified Engineering Technologist must be a graduate from a

recognized 3-year post secondary engineering or applied science technology program or equivalent.

2. Write and pass OACETT’s Professional Practice Exam.3. Write a Technology Proposal and Report (for C.E.T. only).

The Technology Proposal and Report assesses a candidate’s ability to

effectively examine and describe in detail an engineering or applied science problem. Candidates will be able to select a topic that is related to their discipline of registration.

4. Have related work experience. Certified Technologists or Technicians must have a minimum of two full

years of appropriate-level experience in their engineering/applied science technology discipline. One of those years must be in Canada to ensure that

they are familiar with the working language and Canadian standards, codes and practices of their engineering or applied science discipline. IETO will review candidates’ resumes, job descriptions, and references to ensure that they can apply the principles of engineering or applied science technology to tasks required on-the-job. See the Profiles of a Technician and Technologist on the OACETT website.

5. Be of good character, as verified by professional references.6. Be 18 years of age or older.

 Certification Process

Before You Immigrate to Canada

In order to complete an Application for Certification, you will need supporting documents such as a detailed job description that must be signed by your supervisor, the names, addresses and email addresses of persons who can act as professional references and attest to your work experience, a resume of all your past experience, and official school transcripts of subjects taken, marks achieved and diploma/degree attained. If possible, prepare these documents before you leave your country of origin. See Step 1 for more details.

How to Apply

Step 1 – OACETT Application for Certification

To begin the application process, send a completed OACETT Application for Certification (available on the OACETT website) and the following documents and fees to OACETT:

a photocopy of your birth certificate, Canadian citizenship or landed status such as permanent resident card or other identifying information.o If the name on your application is different from the name on your

documents, include a copy of the change of name certificate, or marriage certificate.

official transcripts of your post-secondary education showing the subjects you studied, the marks you obtained and the degree/diploma achieved.

Graduates from Canada and the U.S.: You must contact your educational institute(s) and arrange for an official transcript to be sent directly to OACETT. Make sure that they send a transcript that includes subjects, marks and degree/diploma obtained for all post-secondary education relating to your application.

Graduates from other countries: If you cannot arrange for your institute, college or university to provide an official transcript of subjects and marks, send a photocopy. Photocopies must be notarized as a true copy before a lawyer, notary or a commissioner of oaths. Do not submit your only original as the documents become part of your official file.

If your academic documents are not in English, you must provide a notarized English translation prepared by a service that is certified by the Association of Translators and Interpreters of Ontario (ATIO).

a detailed job description of your current position, stating your duties and responsibilities and the length of time you worked at the job–each page must be verified and signed by your supervisor;

a resume stating the dates of employment, names and addresses of employers, and a detailed description of your technical experience, responsibilities, and/or achievements;

a non-refundable application fee. (Upon acceptance as an Associate member, you will receive your first invoice for annual membership dues. The annual dues must be paid for your application to move to the admissions committee for the complete file assessment.) See the OACETT website for the current list of fees including application fees and membership dues.

In addition to your post-secondary training, you may submit copies of any industry-related courses or other courses related to engineering or applied science technology. Memberships in or courses taken through related associations should also be documented.

Once we receive your application, if your academic background meets our requirements, OACETT will initially register you as an Associate Member so that you will be able to access the benefits of membership as soon as you apply. You will be able to participate in CTEN, OACETT’s job database online, and benefit from other services offered by OACETT. Once you are registered as an Associate Member you are eligible to write the Professional Practice Exam. You will also be able to track your progress to certification on the OACETT website.

Equivalency Assessment Process

The certifying arm of OACETT is the Institute of Engineering Technology of Ontario (IETO). IETO's Admissions Committee is a panel of expert members that evaluates applications and registers engineering/applied science technicians and technologists who meet recognized standards in education and experience.

Once your application and the required documents are all complete, your file moves forward to the Admissions Committee which will formally assess both your academic qualifications and work experience to determine if your training and experience are equivalent to Ontario’s standards.

It takes approximately three to four months from the time OACETT receives your application, documents and professional reference questionnaires for you to be notified of the Admissions Committee’s decision, and of any additional requirements for certification. Once IETO has approved your registration, you will be notified by mail or e-mail.

Step 2 – Assessment of Academic Qualifications

The Admissions Committee will review and evaluate your official school transcripts of subjects and marks and any other relevant academic/training documents. The committee will compare your academic achievements to the requirements for certification in Ontario. The Committee will then determine if there are any additional requirements that you must complete before certification.

If your academic training does not meet the requirements for certification, you will be advised of what further training is needed. You may be asked to complete technician or technologist-level subjects relevant to your discipline of registration, or to write technical exams set by OACETT. Prior Learning Assessment Recognition (PLAR) may be another option for those who have greater than 10 years experience in their discipline and who can prove they have acquired the missing academic subject(s) through non-traditional means. You will be notified if you are a suitable candidate for PLAR.

You will also be able to track your academic progress to certification on the OACETT website.

Step 3 – Assessment of Work Experience

To become a Certified Engineering/Applied Science Technician or Technologist, you must have two years of work experience in your chosen discipline. One of those years must be in Canada to ensure that you are familiar with local codes, practices and standards. Those who have taken a “code course” such as the Ontario Building Code or Ontario Electrical Code may have their experience requirement reduced.

When you apply for certification you must provide a resume, a detailed job description with each page signed by your supervisor and three professional references to whom IETO will send questionnaires. These documents will serve as proof of your work experience and will be used to assess if your work experience meets OACETT’s requirements.

Voluntary work may be recognized. Co-op experience may be credited at 50% of the time worked up to a maximum of six months. For example, if you have one year of acceptable co-op experience, it would count as six months toward the two-year requirement. If the applicant attended a Canadian co-op program that was nationally accredited or was supervised by a recognized professional such as a C.E.T., P.Eng., P.Geo. or Architect during the co-op placement, the applicant could be credited up to a full year toward the two-year requirement and if the applicant had acceptable previous work experience outside of Canada, no further Canadian experience would be required.

If you do not have Canadian experience, but meet the academic requirements, you will remain an Associate Member until you have attained the requisite work experience. As an Associate Member you can use CTEN, OACETT’s job database online (www.cten.ca), to help you find a job.

At the completion of the file assessment you will be sent an email advising you of the results of both the academic and experience reviews and if you require any further academics or experience for the level of certification you are seeking. You will also be

assigned the certification requirements of the Professional Practice Exam and the Technology Proposal and Report for those working towards Certified Engineering Technologist, C.E.T.

Second File Review

OACETT members may request a 2nd File Review if they disagree with the results of the academic or experience review or if they have new information to share. The 2nd File Review takes a minimum of 8 weeks.

Certification Appeal

The appeal of a decision to refuse registration of an applicant must be submitted in writing to the Registrar within 30 days of the notice of the decision being appealed, and must detail the grounds for the appeal. The appeal will then be heard within 90 days by three members of the IETO Board. The Registrar will advise the candidate thereafter of the final decision in writing. There is a fee for the appeal which is refunded if the appeal is successful.

Step 4 – Professional Practice Examination

The Professional Practice Examination (PPE) is a 3½-hour invigilated, online, multiple-choice exam. It tests your knowledge of Canadian civil law, the OACETT Act, ethics and the practice of engineering technology in Ontario. The exam contains questions about the legal and ethical responsibilities Certified Technicians and Technologists have to the public, to employers, and to themselves.

Once your Application for Certification has been reviewed and you have been registered as an Associate Member, you are eligible to write the PPE. Successful completion of this exam is a mandatory requirement for certification.

The PPE is usually held four times each year, normally in February, May, September, and November. Exam centres are set up throughout Ontario. You should apply for the exam at least two months prior to the exam date to ensure that you have sufficient time to study.

You register for the exam online through the OACETT website where detailed information can be found including available exam dates and choice of exam centres. When you apply for the exam, OACETT will send you the necessary study materials: study outline and manual, OACETT Act, By-Law 19, IETO Terms of Reference, Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct. The cost of the exam including the study materials is $250 plus HST plus shipping. The fee is non-refundable. You can download duplicate copies of the OACETT Act, By-Law, IETO Terms of Reference, Code and Rules from the OACETT website. The Code of Ethics and Rules of Professional Conduct are permitted in the exam room.

The exam is self-study using the above-mentioned study materials but OACETT also offers two optional seminars to help members prepare for the exam: an online course

and a two-day classroom session. Detailed information and online registration for both seminars is available on the OACETT website.

Step 5 – C.E.T. Technology Proposal and Report

Applicants for certification as a C.E.T. with OACETT must submit a Technology Proposal and Report (TR). The TR assesses your ability to effectively describe and examine an engineering problem in detail. The TR should provide appropriate discussion and well-structured recommendations and conclusions.

The first step in completing the TR is to submit a proposal for the report. You may submit your proposal for the TR at any time after you have been registered as an Associate Member and have been notified of your specific certification requirements. If you have been assigned technologist-level academic subjects, these must be completed prior to the TR being submitted.

When OACETT examiners approve the proposal, you must submit the report within one year and earn a grade of “satisfactory.”

The report must:

relate directly to the discipline in which certification is sought describe a comprehensive study of an engineering or applied science topic reflect engineering technology fundamentals appropriate to the subject

matter including the appropriate mathematics (if applicable) deal with the identification of a problem, or the improvement or proposed

improvement of existing processes, equipment, or procedures.

An optional, two-day Technology Report Writing Seminar is available to assist OACETT members to write and submit a successful proposal and Technology Report to attain certification as a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.).

You may download the requirements and guidelines for preparing the TR and find out further information about the seminar from the OACETT Website.

Step 6 – Registration

Associate Members who have their training and experience approved and pass the PPE and C.E.T. applicants who have also successfully completed their Technology Report will be certified and registered. Membership dues must be paid annually.

As a Certified Member, you have the full range of rights and privileges of OACETT membership, and are legally entitled to use the designation for which you have approval, either Certified Technician (C.Tech.), or Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) and formerly Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.).

Fees and Related Costs

For more information about fees and related costs, please visit the OACETT website:www.oacett.org/downloads/become_a_member/fee_schedule.pdf.Working in Ontario

English Language Proficiency

Engineering/applied science technicians or technologists are not required to pass an English language test when applying for certification with OACETT. However, the Professional Practice Exam requires knowledge and understanding of English terms for law, contracts, ethics and professional practice and the ability to interpret written texts. Generally this would be equivalent to achieving a “7” on a standard English language assessment scale such as the Canadian Language Benchmarks Assessment.

The job of an engineering technician or technologist requires highly developed language skills that go beyond reading and interpreting technical literature and safety regulations and writing technical reports. Technicians and technologists usually work in engineering/applied science teams, so they must be able to communicate with others and work well in a team. In a recent survey, OACETT members reported that written and verbal communication skills were very important for effectiveness in their positions.

English upgrading courses are available at community colleges and schools in Ontario. For more information on continuing education courses offered at community colleges, visit the Website for the college in your community or look for their course calendars at your local library. You can also get information about courses offered through local Boards of Education in course calendars available on their Websites or at public libraries. A Website for newcomers, www.settlement.org has information on English classes available in Ontario and a database to help you search for a school in your community.

Occupational Training and Upgrading

Engineering/applied science technology is a dynamic field. Technological innovation means that engineering technicians and technologists in all disciplines need knowledge of computer applications, both technical and non-technical. Most engineering technicians and technologists use computer-assisted design (CAD) on a regular basis. The use of non-technical software such as word processing, spreadsheet, database, and project management is common.

Chances for promotion will increase with the amount of training and upgrading you do, either through work or on your own. Besides being certified with OACETT, additional certificates obtained in your discipline may also be helpful. OACETT’s journal The Ontario Technologist contains articles that will help you keep informed. The OACETT Code of Ethics requires that members “keep informed to maintain proficiency and competence, to advance the body of knowledge with their discipline and further opportunities for the professional development of their associates.” It is about making progress in the profession and increasing your skills, knowledge and understanding.

In order to assist OACETT members to document important continuous learning activities, the Institute of Engineering Technology of Ontario (IETO) has developed an

electronic professional development tracker entitled “Record of Continuous Learning” (RCL). The RCL allows you to: keep track of your achievements and professional development experiences; build and maintain a professional electronic portfolio for each year to present to your current employer and/or prospective employer; reflect on and plan your learning and professional development; take ownership of your career progression; and set professional objectives at the start of each year.

Labour Market Information

There are many opportunities for employment in engineering/applied science technology in Ontario. One of the reasons for this is that technicians and technologists now do the work that used to be done by engineers and tradespeople. Automation and robotics have decreased the need for some skilled trades, but increased the need for technicians who are able to set up, diagnose and repair these complex systems. The growing use of engineering software has made it possible for technologists to do many calculations, design and process control, and tasks that used to be done by engineers. This trend is seen in consulting, engineering, construction, mining, and oil and gas among others.

Engineering/applied science technicians and technologists work for small, medium and large firms, and in all levels of government. Some work as consultants in engineering consulting firms, or as independent consultants. Major employers are found in the manufacturing, construction and service industries.

Working conditions vary according to each discipline. Some technicians and technologists work outdoors as site supervisors or field service support; others work indoor in a design office, research laboratory, or manufacturing facility. Most technicians and technologists work full-time.

Most technicians and technologists work in non-unionized workplaces, although most of those employed by government are part of a public service union. Salary ranges depend on the discipline, company and industry that you work in.

A recent OACETT salary survey shows the average income of certified OACETT members to be $77,000 while that of Associate members to be $61,000.

For more information on labour market conditions see Ontario Job Futures at the following link:www.tcu.gov.on.ca/eng/ojf/findoccupation.asp.

In Ontario, this information is also available at public libraries or HRDC Employment Centres in your community.

For More Information

For more information on certification requirements in Ontario, contact:

Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists (OACETT)10 Four Seasons Place, Suite 404Toronto, ON   M9B 6H7

Telephone: (416) 621-9621Fax: (416) 621-8694E-mail: info@oacett.orgWebsite: www.oacett.orgJobs Database: www.cten.ca

For information on English language training, contact:

Skills for Change791 St. Clair Avenue WestToronto, ON   M6C 1B8Telephone: (416) 658-3101Fax: (416) 658-6292Information Line: (416) 658-7090Website: www.skillsforchange.orgMunicipal Boards of Education:Look in the telephone directory for your community under “schools”.Local Board of Education listed on the Internet: www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/sbinfo/Ontario Community Colleges Course calendars are available at local libraries or look in the telephone directory under “college”.Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Website: www.ontario.ca/tcu

For information on finding a certified translation service, contact:

Association of Translators and Interpreters of Ontario (ATIO)1 Nicholas Street, Suite 1202Ottawa, ON   K1N 7B7Telephone: (613) 241-2846Fax: (613) 241-4098Toll-free: 1 (800) 234-5030Email: info@atio.on.caWebsite: www.atio.on.ca

For information on where and how to get help with settlement in Ontario, contact:

Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants (OCASI)110 Eglinton Avenue West, Suite 200Toronto, ON   M4R 1A3Telephone: (416) 322-4950Fax: (416) 322-8084E-mail: generalmail@ocasi.orgWebsite: www.settlement.org

For a government contact about accessing professions and trades in Ontario, contact:

Government of OntarioMinistry of Citizenship and ImmigrationGlobal Experience Ontario (GEO)Tel: 416-327-9694 or 1-866-670-4094TTY: 416-327-9710 or 1-866–388-2262Fax 416-327-9711

E-mail: geo@ontario.caWebsite: www.ontarioimmigration.ca/en/geo/index.htmCopyright in this career map is held jointly by the Queen’s Printer for Ontario and Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists, © 2011.

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Curriculum

Basic Session

Course Code Course Credits

ELAP 104 Electronics 1 3

ELAP 105 Canadian Electrical Code 1 2

ELAP 107 Instrumentation 1 2

ELAP 111 Electrical Theory 1 4

ELAP 112 Installation Methods 1 3

ELAP 116 Prints 1 2

Intermediate Session

Course Code Course Credits

ELAP 205 Canadian Electrical Code 2 3

ELAP 207 Instrumentation 2 2

ELAP 208 Monitoring and Communication Systems 3

ELAP 209 Installation Methods 2 3

ELAP 210 Electronics 2 2

ELAP 211 Electrical Theory 2 5

ELAP 216 Prints 2 3

Advanced Session

Course Code Course Credits

ELAP 305 Canadian Electrical Code 3 3

ELAP 307 Instrumentation 3 3

ELAP 309 Installation Methods 3 6

ELAP 310 Electronics 3 3

ELAP 316 Electrical Theory 3 4

ELAP 317 Fluid Power