Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship
Program Overview
In Humber’s Industrial Electrician Apprenticeship program, you will learn technical theory and skills in the three levels of in-school training allocated toward your apprenticeship. You will learn to perform a wide range of tasks including lay out, assemble, install, repair, maintain, connect and test electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment and wiring for electrical systems; plan installations from blueprints, sketches and specifications and install all electronic devices; systematically diagnose faults in electrical and electronic systems and equipment, and repair or replace electrical and electronic components; measure, cut, thread, bend, assemble and install conduits and other electrical conductor enclosures; splice and terminate electrical conductors; test electrical and electronic equipment for proper function; and program and troubleshoot PLC and fire alarm systems.
Apprenticeships are not available to international applicants.
Semester 1 |
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| ELAP 104: Electronics 1 |
| ELAP 105: Canadian Electrical Code 1 |
| ELAP 107: Instrumentation 1 |
| ELAP 111: Electrical Theory 1 |
| ELAP 112: Installation Methods 1 |
| ELAP 116: Prints 1 |
Your Career
The industrial electrician powers, controls and maintains Ontario’s factories, plants and industries. Knowledge of state-of-the-art technologies is paramount in keeping our province on the leading edge. Apply your technical know-how in an industrial or plant setting, assembling, testing, installing and maintaining electrical and electronic components and systems.
Professional Accreditations & Recognition
Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate of Qualification Trade Exam
Apprentices completing the required in-school training are issued a Certificate of Apprenticeship and Ontario College Certificate from Humber College. Upon successful completion of in-school and on-the-job training, apprentices may write the Interprovincial Red Seal Certificate of Qualification trade exam.
Additional requirements may apply.
Note: The requirements for the additional credential(s) are determined by the granting body, which is independent from the College. Students are encouraged to obtain the specific requirements directly from the granting body before enrolling.
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Admissions Questions
General Enquiries
Call 416-675-3111 or email enquiry@humber.ca. If you have already applied, be sure to check your application status on myhumber.ca.
Domestic Applicants Enquiries
Domestic applicants can book a one-on-one advising appointment with an admissions representative.
International Applicants Enquiries
Contact the International Centre for information about full-time programs (including the International Graduate School), how to apply and to follow up on your submitted application.
Program-Specific Questions
Speak to the Program Co-ordinator about the course curriculum, projects and career options.
Program assistant
416.675.6622 ext. 78038
apprenticeship@humber.ca
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How To Become An Apprentice
Becoming an Apprentice
Find an employer willing to sponsor you as an apprentice.
Contact the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development to register as an apprentice.
Work with your employer approximately one year before attending Humber.
Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program (OYAP)
If you’re in high school – grade 11 or 12 – you can earn co-op education credits through work placements in some skilled trades.
How to Apply
Domestic Students
Applications to Humber are made through ontariocolleges.ca. Be sure to submit your application by the equal consideration deadline of February 1. You may apply after February 1, however, post-February 1 applications will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis depending on the availability of the space in the program.
To check program availability refer to the Campus/Availability listing on Humber’s program pages, search by availability, or ontariocolleges.ca.
To see where you are in the admissions process, visit the Admissions Road Map.
International Students
If you’re an international student, you can apply directly to Humber via our International Centre.
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Program Advising Appointments
Get help narrowing down your program options or book a one-on-one pre-enrolment advising appointment with one of our Recruitment Officers.
Transfer & Pathway Advising
Book a virtual appointment with a Student Mobility Advisor learn more about getting Transfer Credit(s) for previous post-secondary experience, Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR), and Pathways options.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet all the requirements below in order to meet minimum program eligibility. Meeting minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee an offer of admission. Admission decisions will be available via MyHumber, or by email and mail. Admission decisions will not be released by phone.
Admission selection is based on the following requirement:
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Academic
This apprenticeship is regulated by the Ontario College of Trades. You and your employer are required to register through your local Apprenticeship Branch Office of the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD).
You will be scheduled for the in-school portion of training by MLTSD. Apprentices who have been scheduled for the in-school training will be sent an Offer of Classroom Training letter from the MLTSD. For more information, visit ontario.ca/page/start-apprenticeship.
Required Preparation
- Grade 12
For Peel Region, please contact:
MLTSD – Apprenticeship Branch
The Emerald Centre
10 Kingsbridge Garden Circle, Suite 404
Mississauga, ON L5R 3K6
905.279.7333 or 800.736.7332
ontario.ca/page/employment-ontarioMature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please enter your location or choose detect my location to see the requirements for your country below.
Post-Admission Requirements
Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).
N/AEquipment & Device Requirements
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | Intel i7 (Quad core) | Intel i7 (Quad core or higher) |
| Memory | Minimum 16 GB of RAM | |
| Storage | Minimum 16 GB of RAM, Wireless 802.11 b/g/n/ac | |
| Other | Built-in Ethernet port (strongly recommended), Long battery life (strongly recommended) |
Program-Specific Questions
Speak to the Program Co-ordinator about the course curriculum, projects and career options.
Program assistant
416.675.6622 ext. 78038
apprenticeship@humber.ca
Fees & Financial Aid
Level 1 - $450
Level 2 - $550
Level 3 - $600
Fees are subject to change.
Additional Costs
$50 - lab fee. There may also be additional fees for personal protective equipment (PPE) and equipment that is required and utilized within the lab.
Financial Aid, Scholarships and Bursaries
Understand the costs associated with coming to Humber and explore resources available from first year to your final year on Student Fees and Financial Resources.
Scholarships
Humber Scholarships
Find out more about scholarships and bursaries that you may be eligible for, visit Student Scholarships. International students can visit International Student Scholarships.
Humber Bursaries
Bursaries are available for Certificate, Diploma and Degree programs primarily based on financial need, visit Humber Bursaries.
External Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Find out more information about external scholarships and bursaries, visit External Awards.
Indigenous Student Awards, Bursaries & Scholarships
Humber offers a variety of bursaries and scholarships for Indigenous students, visit Indigenous Student Awards.
Explore Opportunities through Humber Pathways
Humber Pathways include:
- Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
- Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.
Explore Opportunities through Humber Pathways
Humber Pathways include:
- Opportunities to build on your college education and complete your diploma or degree at Humber.
- Degree and graduate study opportunities at other institutions in Ontario, Canada and abroad.
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Students in programs marked as online/in-person will have a combination of those two types of delivery. Additional information will be made available to students from their program in the first week of June. Courses with in-person requirements will likely also have online components. The delivery mode of some courses is still being determined. Humber may need to change plans for in-person learning, subject to government and public health directives and/or additional health and safety considerations.