School of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades

The Electrical Power Systems Technician two-year diploma program is committed to providing students with the skills and knowledge necessary to become competent and effective members of an electrical engineering team in the Middle East. Students will gain technical knowledge and skills in maintenance, troubleshooting of electrical power systems with a focus on utility, large industry, institutional and commercial facilities. Early program studies stress the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to complete installation, maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.

Students can continue studying for an addition year to achieve the Electrical Engineering Technology three-year diploma.

Upon successful completion of the two-year program, graduates will have the knowledge and skills to:

1. Function successfully as entry-level technicians in the Middle East electrical power industry
2. Maintain electrical systems
3. Install, troubleshoot and maintain heavy electrical equipment, including transformers, motors, generators and related control and protective equipment
4. Use specific computer software in the design of building electrical systems
5. Communicate with customers and fellow members of the engineering team
6. Recognize the importance of continuing education and professional affiliations

Graduates of the Electrical Technology program can find employment with a large variety of companies involved in the electrical industry. Typical GCC employers include public and private sector power and water utilities, large petrochemical refining and production facilities and government departments.

Further Studies

Graduates of the Electrical Power Systems Technician program may have the opportunity to transfer credits to other academic institutions.

A current list of post-secondary institutions offering admission and transfer credit to CNA-Q graduates who meet the entrance requirements is available from the Registrar’s Office or the Career Counseling and Resource Centre. Staff in both these offices will provide support and assistance to CNA-Q graduates seeking to further their post-secondary studies.

For more information, please refer to the Program Articulation and Transfer Credit section in this Academic Calendar

Important Notes

This program may not be suitable for applicants who do not have normal colour perception.

Students should be aware of the strenuous physical dexterity required in this training program.

Employers will normally demand that all applicants undergo a physical capabilities assessment prior to hiring.

We are excited you are interested in joining CNA-Q's School of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades! You can request for more information or contact below for general inquires:

School of Engineering Technology and Industrial Trades

1. An overall score of 71 or greater on the Oxford Online Placement Test, as administered and validated by the CNA-Q Testing Centre.
2. Present a valid Academic IELTS exam with an overall band of 5.0 with no individual band score (reading, writing, speaking, and listening) below 4.5.
3. Successfully complete FL1090, a pass/fail language development course where the final examination is the OOPT. A score of 71 or greater is required on the OOPT.