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Engineering & Architecture

Confirm with the certifying body that your intended program qualifies you for this certification.

To practice as an electrical engineering technologist or technician in B.C., you may choose to register with Applied Science Technologists and Technicians of British Columbia. Eligibility is achieved through completion of an accredited diploma program and 24 months of progressive work experience, 12 of which must be at the technologist profile or higher in a Canadian work environment.

Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians

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This career is eligible for Red Seal endorsement. When all levels of your trades training are complete, you can write an Interprovincial Red Seal exam. A successful result demonstrates you have met the national standard for your trade in Canada will allow you to practice your trade outside of BC in provinces and territories covered by the Red Seal certification.

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To work as an instrumentation and control technician in B.C., you may need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program. 

Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics

This instructional program class comprises any program that generally prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to operate, maintain, and repair electrical and electronic equipment. These programs include courses in electrical circuitry, simple gearing, linkages and lubrication of machines and appliances, and the use of testing equipment.

General electrical/electronics equipment installation and repair technology/technician

Electrical Maintenance Technician Advanced Certificates

Electrical and electronics engineering technologists and technicians may work independently or provide technical support and services in the design, development, testing, production and operation of electrical and electronic equipment and systems. They are employed by electrical utilities, communications companies, manufacturers of electrical and electronic equipment, consulting firms, and in governments and a wide range of manufacturing, processing and transportation industries.

Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics repair, maintain, calibrate, adjust, and install industrial measuring and controlling instrumentation. They are employed by pulp and paper processing companies, nuclear and hydro power generating companies, mining, petrochemical and natural gas companies, industrial instrument and other manufacturing companies, and by industrial instrument servicing establishments. Apprentices are also included in this unit group.

To work in an accounting-related profession in B.C., you may choose to earn the Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designation. Eligibility for this designation is achieved through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in any subject from a Canadian or international university and required prerequisite courses. 

Employment as a senior manager in construction, transportation, production, and utilities may additionally require several years of related work experience. 

Senior managers - construction, transportation, production and utilities

To work as 'Telecommunications line and cable installers and repairers' and 'Telecommunications equipment installation and cable television service technicians' in B.C., you may need a SkilledTradesBC certification demonstrating that you have completed the necessary technical training and work experience part of your apprenticeship program.

Telecommunication carriers managers

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To practice as an engineering manager in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Engineering managers

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To practice as an electrical engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Electrical and electronics engineers

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To practice as an engineer in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Other professional engineers

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To practice as an Electrical Power Distribution Manager in B.C., you must register with Engineers and Geoscientists B.C. Eligibility is achieved through graduation from an accredited program, 4 years of work experience as an Engineer-In-Training, and successful completion of the National Professional Practice Examination.

Electrical power distribution managers

Supervisors, electronics and electrical products manufacturing

Electrical Engineering Bachelor's Degrees

Supervisors, other mechanical and metal products manufacturing

Instrumentation Control Diplomas

The Automated Controls Installation and Maintenance (ACIM) Advanced Certificate builds upon the knowledge and skills evolved during an electrician apprenticeship or an engineer’s practical training and experience. The program consists of 50% lab and  activities, 40% classroom learning, and 10% online learning. Course topics include drafting and renewable energy systems, programmable logic controllers, robotics, industrial communication and data acquisition, and more. Once you graduate, you may find employment in manufacturing, utility plants, railway, shipbuilding, government, pulp and paper mills, oil and gas transport, and mining. 

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