Electrician Industrial Apprenticeship

Humber teaches students technical theory and skills in the three levels of in-school training allocated toward their apprenticeship. Industrial electricians are skilled workers who can perform a wide range of tasks including: layout, assemble, install, repair, maintain, connect or test electrical fixtures, apparatus, control equipment and wiring for electrical systems; plan installations from blueprints, sketches, 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, and test electrical and electronic equipment for proper function. What are the steps to Apprenticeship?

Find an employer who is willing to train you in the field you want to apprentice in. Humber College does not find an employer for you.
Once you find a company that will take you on as an apprentice you must contact The Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities who will come to your place of employment and register you as an apprentice.
Sign a contract of apprenticeship or training agreement with your employer and Training Consultant from the Apprenticeship Board of the Ontario government.
Complete on the job training and the required working hours.
Complete in-school training arranged by your Training Consultant at your assigned community college.
Challenge and pass the trade certification exam and receive a grade of at least 70%.
Receive your Certificate of Qualifications and journeyperson status.

In the Calendar

For more information on any of the following, please see the current Academic Calendar.

Career Opportunities

Industrial Electricians can find employment with motor vehicle manufacturers, electric power companies, motor vehicle parts manufacturers, steel producers, mining companies, electrical construction firms, and various maintenance departments.