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Program Index Industrial & Agriculture Electrican Applied Certificate

Industrial & Agriculture

Program Index Industrial & Agriculture Electrican Applied Certificate

Industrial & Agriculture

Applied Certificates

Electrican Applied Certificate

February 2028
Nipawin

Overview

At just 18 weeks long, it provides the basic knowledge and skills you need for an entry-level job.

Instructors with actual industry experience will help you learn how to install, test, replace and repair lighting fixtures, wiring and electrical equipment. You'll get lots of hands-on practice using standard tools of the trade. You'll also learn how to read and interpret construction drawings.

Electrician is a skilled trade. Having an applied certificate will get you noticed by employers and put you on the fast track to having a career as an electrician. The more education and experience you get, the higher you can climb on the wage-earning ladder. A fourth-year journeyperson electrician can earn double the hourly wage of a first-year electrician apprentice. Median wage for Electricians in Saskatchewan is $49.00/hr

Admission Requirements

First Qualified/First Admitted

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program. The earlier you provide the appropriate documents and information that qualify you for admission to the next intake, the earlier you might begin your studies. Your application, once qualified, is always considered for the next intake. 

Applicants to programs with multiple intakes in an academic year remain in the application pool until the last intake for that academic year has begun. Programs using the FQFA process receive applications year round and maintain an application pool for each academic year. Qualified applicants who are not offered a seat must reapply for the next academic year. 

Sponsored programs or programs targeted to specific groups do not accept applications year round or maintain an application pool.

Alternative Admission

Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through an alternative admission assessment. Applicants are automatically considered for alternative admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met.
 

Grade 11 with one of the following math courses: Foundations of Math 20, Pre-Calculus 20, Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20 (Modified and General Math credits will not be accepted)

1 Intake Option Available

February 2028 Full-Time
Nipawin

Nipawin

Full-Time
February 2028
Application Deadline January 15, 2028
Start Date February 7, 2028
End Date June 30, 2028
Length 18 weeks
Program Capacity 12
Domestic Tuition $3,834.00

Additional Fees

Tuition and Fees
 

*Tuition$3,834.00
*Books & Materials
 		$1439.75 (includes GST)
*Student Fee
 		$100.00
*Health & Dental Fee$252.00
*Lab/Shop Fee$250.00
*Tech Fee$100.00
*Printing Fee$500.00

*Note: Tuition, Books and Supplies, Health and Dental, etc amounts are approximate, based on last year's program and may change at anytime.

Additional costs to be considered for personal protective equipment. Steel toed work boots are required.

You may be eligible for a student loan for a portion of your fee. Individuals on employment insurance (EI), who wish to continue receiving benefits while attending training should contact their local Labour Market Service office for further information.

Courses

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You will study the electrician trade, electrical theory and electrical terminology through classroom and lab experiences. Your studies will help you become familiar with basic electrical circuits and components used in electrical equipment. You will terminate conductors and install typical lighting and receptacle circuits.

Credit Units: 4.00

Course Hours: 60.00

You will prove Ohm’s Law, Watt’s Law, and Kirchoff’s Laws through classroom and laboratory experiences. You will apply these laws to solve series, parallel, combination, and three-wire circuit problems. You will become familiar with the terminology, operation, and connection of cells and batteries.

Credit Units: 4.00

Course Hours: 60.00

You will be introduced to different conductor and insulation materials. You will be able to calculate conductor cross-sectional area, conductor resistance, line drop, and line loss. You will be able to determine conductor ampacity, overcurrent device rating, and bonding conductor size for appliance, receptacle, and lighting branch circuits. You will be able to design an electrical layout for a single dwelling and complete an estimate for the installation.

Credit Units: 4.00

Course Hours: 60.00

You will focus on the inter-relationship of magnetism and electricity. You will use meters to measure electrical properties (such as volts, amps, resistance, power and energy). You will install basic signal systems and typical residential remote control relay systems using industry installation standards and trade standards of workmanship.

Credit Units: 4.00

Course Hours: 60.00

You will receive an introduction to the Indigenous cultural groups within Saskatchewan. You will learn about the colonization of Indigenous peoples by the Canadian state. Your studies will help you discuss current issues and explore possible solutions.

Credit Units: 1.00

Course Hours: 15.00

You will develop essential job skills by preparing job search documents and practicing effective interpersonal communication skills for the workplace.

Credit Units: 1.00

Course Hours: 15.00

You will use arithmetic and algebra to solve practical problems related to the electrician trade. You will convert units of measurement within and between the Imperial and metric systems, including relating metric prefixes to scientific and engineering rotation. You will also use algebra to both solve and transform electrical equations.

Credit Units: 1.00

Course Hours: 15.00

Your studies will focus on electrical drawings and the installation requirements for single dwelling services. You will learn how to read and interpret construction drawings and apply lighting theory to determine lighting requirements for installations. You will also learn how to calculate the minimum size of service equipment. You will install a typical 100 amp overhead and underground single dwelling service.

Credit Units: 4.00

Course Hours: 60.00

You will be introduced to the Occupational Health and Safety requirements for the electrician trade. You will learn about personal protective equipment that is required when working in the electrical trade. You will learn about arc flash hazards. You will learn how to utilize ladders and scaffolds safely. You will be introduced to basic rigging equipment, calculations, and operations. You will learn about Occupational Health and Safety requirements for rigging operations and equipment.

Credit Units: 3.00

Course Hours: 45.00

You will learn how to use hand and power tools common to the electrician trade. You will learn how to safely operate and maintain powder actuated tools. You will learn about common fasteners used for wood, metal, masonry, and other materials.

Credit Units: 3.00

Course Hours: 45.00

You will be introduced to installation requirements for electrical circuits using various types of cables. You will become familiar with the minimum Canadian Electrical Code requirements and practice installing typical circuits using various types of cables.

Credit Units: 4.00

Course Hours: 60.00

You will be introduced to installation requirements for electrical circuits using various types of raceways. You will become familiar with the minimum Canadian Electrical Code requirements and practice installing typical circuits using various types of raceways. You will learn how to bend electrical metallic tubing, PVC conduit, and how to install cable tray.

Credit Units: 3.00

Course Hours: 45.00

Moving the World

Industrial & Agriculture

Helping to solve the problems of food insecurity and global hunger or modernising industrial processes to help serve growing global populations are just some of the challenges you may be presented in this industry.

Apprenticeship Credit

With this Saskatchewan Polytechnic credential, you may be eligible for credit towards apprenticeship training. To learn more, contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC).

Skilled Trade


Electrician is a skilled trade. Having an applied certificate will get you noticed by employers and put you on the fast track to having a career as an electrician. The more education and experience you get, the higher you can climb on the wage-earning ladder. A fourth-year journeyperson electrician can earn double the hourly wage of a first-year electrician apprentice.
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Saskatchewan Polytechnic serves students through applied learning opportunities on Treaty 4 and Treaty 6 Territories and the homeland of the Métis. Learning takes place at campuses in Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon and through extensive distance education opportunities. Programs serve every economic and public service sector. As a polytechnic, the organization provides the depth of learning appropriate to employer and student need, including certificate, diploma and degree programs, and apprenticeship training. Saskatchewan Polytechnic engages in applied research, drawing on faculty expertise to support innovation by employers, and providing students the opportunity to develop critical thinking skills.

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Do you have prior education, work experience and/or job training that relates to your program area? If so, you could be eligible for credit that reduces your study time and cost. Credit can also be applied from your Sask Polytech program to another institution.

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Career Options

When you graduate from the Electrician applied certificate, look for entry level jobs with electrical contractors in the construction industry, both commercial and residential. Or look for opportunities with energy, mining or manufacturing companies, or with retail and wholesale outlets.

NOC ClassificationEarning Potential

Electricians (Except Industrial and Power System) (7241)

$31,200 - $93,600

Get credit for what you know

Do you have prior education, work experience and/or job training that relates to your program area? If so, you could be eligible for credit that reduces your study time and cost. Credit can also be applied from your Sask Polytech program to another institution.

Saskatchewan Polytechnic recognizes that adults learn in many different ways. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.

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Many Sask Polytech students benefit from transferring course credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit to Sask Polytech or to another college or university.

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