Diploma in Communications Engineering Technology

Assiniboine’s two-year Communications Engineering Technology diploma provides graduates with the skills to create, manufacture, install and analyze different types of communication technologies. Graduates are prepared to support the design, development and repair of communication systems, such as voice, video, data, fiber optics, wi-fi and Bluetooth. Graduates are prepared for careers as engineering technologists in the communications industry in areas such as computer-aided design, electronic design and repair, computer programming, network design, communication systems installation or design or project management. The program culminates with students partnering with an industry representative to work through a problem identified by industry, bringing real world practical experience to the student and strengthening their networks for future career opportunities.
With two years of technical experience, graduates may pursue certification with The Certified Technicians & Technologists Association of Manitoba.

Program Learning Outcomes
Analyze, interpret, modify, design and produce electrical and electronics drawings, layouts and reports.
Analyze and solve technical problems related to electronics engineering by applying principles of advanced mathematics and science.
Apply appropriate troubleshooting techniques to electronic circuits or systems and generate and perform test procedures.
Design, build, test and troubleshoot electronic circuits, equipment, systems and subsystems in accordance with job requirements, functional specifications and relevant standards.

Career Opportunities
Computer-aided design, Remote control technology, Wireless and fiber optics, Imbedded programming,Electronic design and repair
Computer programming

A complete Manitoba Grade 12 or equivalent English 40G - 40S or equivalent Precalculus or Applied Mathematics 40S or equivalent Applicants who have Mathematics 40G Mathematics 301 or Consumer Essential Mathematics 40S will be required to write a mathematics assessment test to assess their eligibility for admission IELTS - 6.5 with no sub-score, below 6.0, TOEFL IBT - 79 overall with no less than, 13 – Reading, 12 - Listening, 18 - Speaking, 21 – Writing, PTE Academic - 58