Electronics & Controls

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General Requirements for High School Graduates

  • See CBU’s English Language Requirements here.
  • English 12 (academic or advanced)
  • Math 12 (academic or advanced)
  • 2 Science 12 level (physics is recommended)
  • 1 additional grade 12 academic or advanced level course

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General Transfer Student Requirements

  • In order to transfer to CBU you must be in good academic standing at your current/previous institution.
  • You must meet the general admissions requirements (or the post-secondary equivalent) for the program, found under the Canadian or International tabs of this tool.
  • To see if your institution is an articulation partner, please view our articulation agreements page.
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In order to register for courses, you must accept your offer and confirm your seat at CBU. For detailed steps on how to do this, please reference your acceptance letter in your future Student Account

Gain Technical Expertise For Life

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Electronics and Controls prepares students for a career at the intersection of electrical systems, automation and smart technologies.  CBU’s instrumentation, electronics and controls courses combine theoretical principles with hands-on experience and technical expertise in electronics, instrumentation and microprocessor control, giving students the skills to time and control how technology is applied in dynamic settings.

Aspects unique to electrical technology are emphasized, including topics such as analog/digital design, industrial instrumentation, control and microelectronics. Students will develop a strong foundation in circuit design, instrumentation, embedded systems and industrial control. BET (Electronics & Controls) graduates are prepared for roles across utilities, industrial automation, electronics manufacturing, telecommunications, healthcare technology, defence, energy and applied construction services.

The Bachelor of Engineering Technology degrees do not directly lead to a professional engineering designation.

Who Is This Program For?

The BET (Electronics & Controls) program is for students who enjoy electronics, systems and automation and are interested in how machines and processes are controlled. Students who like hands-on learning and are comfortable with math, physics and logical thinking will find this program to be a good fit.

Areas of Study and Sample Courses

Potential Careers

  • Automation Specialist
  • Instrumentation and Control Technologist
  • SCADA and EMS Engineer
  • Electronics or Controls Technologist
  • Automation/PLC Specialist
  • Instrumentation Technologist
  • Electrical Systems Technologist
  • Industrial Maintenance and Reliability Specialist

Potential Employers

CBU BET (Electronics & Controls) graduates are employed by, or expected to be employed by a wide rage of regional, national and international employers, including:

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Michael Henick
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Tanya MacDonald
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Blair MacInnis
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Allison Mackie
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Conor MacLeod
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Carl Mercer
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Bill Robinson
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Wei Shang
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Jamie Tunnicliff
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