Electrical Trades Fundamentals
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The Electrical Trades Fundamentals program at University College of the North is a hands-on, entry-level certificate program designed to equip students with the essential skills, safety practices, and technical knowledge required for employment in the electrical field.
Program Overview
This program is designed to teach the student the skills and knowledge required to become employed in a variety of jobs in the electrical field. It will also prepare the student for studies in related technologies.
Each course within the program will have curriculum related to occupational safety and health, and both theory and practical components of the program will emphasize knowledge and practices for a safe workplace.
Why Study Electrical Trades Fundamentals at UCN?
- Prepare for entry-level employment in the electrical field.
- Pathway into apprenticeship and journeyperson certification.
- Hands-on experience with safety and industry relevance.
Career Outcomes and Community
Career Pathways
Graduates of this program receive a certificate and are prepared for entry-level employment in the electrical field. Upon graduation, individuals may pursue further training through one of several apprenticeship streams leading to journeyperson certification, including:
- Construction Electrician
- Industrial Electrician
- Power Electrician
- Lineperson
To be accepted into an apprenticeship program, graduates must obtain approval from both their employer and Apprenticeship Manitoba – Entrepreneurship, Training and Trade.
Apprenticeship Eligibility
Any individual who successfully completes this program with a minimum passing grade of 70% or higher in all courses, and who registers as an apprentice within two years of program completion, will be eligible for Level 1 in-class academic training in the associated apprenticeship program.
For information regarding the required hours for Level 1 practical training, please consult Apprenticeship Manitoba.
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Program Schedule
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ABS.1001 | Waskawimakanwa Mecimwaci Isihtwawina | 1 |
| BTR1912 | Core Occupational Health & Safety | 2 |
| EXT0158 | Standard First Aide with CPR (St John’s Ambulance) | 0 |
| ITA0810 | Electrical Tools & Safety | 3 |
| ITA0821 | Residential Wiring Methods and Codes | 4.5 |
| ITA0850 | Direct Current Theory | 3 |
| MSC1370 | Basic Electrical Mathematics | 3 |
| VTR1100 | Blueprint Reading & Drafting | 3 |
| ITA1681 | Pre-Employment Trades Communication | 2 |
| ITA0790 | Electronics | 3 |
| ITA0860 | Alternating Current Theory | 3 |
| ITA0871 | Commercial Wiring Methods and Codes | 4.5 |
| ITA0890 | Motors & Controls | 3 |
| ITA0910 | Work Experience | 1 |
Admissions
Requirements
a. English 30S, and
b. Pre-Calculus Mathematics 30S, Applied Mathematics 30S
(preferred) or Essential Mathematics 30S, and
c. Or equivalencies of above,
d. Or mature student, see 2.01 of the Academic Calendar.
Candidates should have good manual dexterity, eyesight and mechanical aptitude. Colour blindness or poor manual dexterity could be restrictive in this type of training or employment.
Estimated Cost
$6748.27
Application Fee
- Domestic Student Application Fee: $50 plus GST ($52.50)
- International Student Application Fee: $158 plus GST ($165.9)
Important Dates and Deadlines
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Semester Start DateSeptember 8, 2026
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Semester End DateJune 11, 2027