Electronics Engineering Technology
Advanced Diploma
Program Code: 03511
Campus: North
Length: 6 semesters
Are you looking to launch a career in a field that drives technological innovation? Are you excited to turn tech ideas into reality? Humber’s Advanced Diploma in Electronics Engineering Technology can set you on this path. Electronics engineering technologists play a vital role in the design, development, testing, production, and maintenance of electronic devices and systems that drive modern technology.
This program equips you with the knowledge and practical skills needed for career success across diverse industries and sectors. It takes a comprehensive, systems approach to electronic applications, offering hands-on training in areas such as:
- analog and digital electronics
- electronics fabrication, PCB assembly and soldering
- measurements, testing, troubleshooting and repair
- programming for desktop and embedded systems
- signal acquisition and processing
- radio communication systems, fiber optics and data networks
- industrial control, automation and mechatronics
- emerging areas such as AI/Machine Learning, IoT, smart cities and edge computing
Building on the foundational skills gained in the two-year technician diploma program, this advanced diploma incorporates design-focused courses, project-based learning and real-world experience in electronic product development.
Opportunities for co-curricular engagement, including applied research and interdisciplinary projects in emerging areas such as IoT, AI and AR/VR, will help build your resume and enhance your expertise. The program is developed and updated in consultation with an advisory panel of industry experts to ensure that graduates are equipped with the most relevant and up-to-date skills for success in today’s competitive job market. An optional co-op placement provides a great opportunity for experiential learning and transitioning into a career.
This program offers an optional co-operative education placement opportunity. Optional co-operative education placements enable you to apply your skills and knowledge in a work environment and gain valuable and practical experience related to your program of study. You will improve personal and technical skills while expanding your professional network. Upon acceptance into the program, students have the opportunity to engage in two consecutive four-month optional co-operative education placements between Semesters 4 and 5. As spaces for the co-op option are limited, the application process for this opportunity takes place during Semester 3. Detailed information about the application procedure will be provided at that time. While the availability of optional co-operative education placements is not guaranteed, participants will benefit from a comprehensive range of services aimed at assisting them in securing a co-op placement.
Courses
Semester 2 |
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| CENG 150: Electronic Circuits |
| CENG 153: Programming in C |
| TECH 156: AC Circuits |
| TECH 159: Circuit Applications |
| TMTH 204: Technical Mathematics 2 |
| WRIT 220: Technical Workplace Writing Skills |
Semester 3 |
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| ELIC 158: Digital Electronic Systems |
| ELIC 200: Electric Machines |
| ELIC 220: Communication Circuits |
| ELIC 221: Linear Circuits |
| GNED 101: An Introduction to Arts and Sciences |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| GNED: General Elective |
Semester 4 |
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| CALC 103: Introduction to Calculus |
| ELIC 223: Computer Networking |
| ELIC 251: Telecommunication Systems |
| ELIC 255: Embedded Systems & Microcontrollers |
| ELIC 316: Power Electronics |
| Select 1 from the following courses |
| ELIC: Electronics Eng. Electives |
Admission Requirements
Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:
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Academic
To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
- Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
- Grade 12 Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCB4U, MGA4U, MCV4U or MHF4U or equivalent)
- Two Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above
or
or
- College or university transfer status
Mature Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.
College Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
University Transfer Applicants
Diplomas and Certificates
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.
Degrees
An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
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English Language Proficiency
All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.
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International Credit Evaluation
Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.
How to Apply
Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.
International Academic Equivalency
Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.
Fees
The 2025/2026 fee for two semesters was:
- domestic: $4,558.83
- international: $18,256.51
Fees are subject to change.
Domestic Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $405.67 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,437.05 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $90.40 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,121.78 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $192.10 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,223.48 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $101.70 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,133.08 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $158.20 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,189.58 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $1,351.41 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $79.10 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $2,110.48 |
International Fees by Semester
| Semester 1 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,200.25 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $405.67 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $9,285.89 |
| Semester 2 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,200.25 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $90.40 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,970.62 |
| Semester 3 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,200.25 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $192.10 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $9,072.32 |
| Semester 4 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,200.25 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $101.70 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,981.92 |
| Semester 5 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,200.25 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $158.20 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $9,038.42 |
| Semester 6 | 2021-22 Fees |
| Tuition | $8,200.25 |
| Compulsory Ancillary Fee | $474.72 |
| Compulsory Student Union Fee | $88.60 |
| IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee | $116.65 |
| Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) | $0.00 |
| Program Ancillary Fee | $79.10 |
| Co-op/Placement | $0.00 |
| Total | $8,959.32 |
*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140
Equipment & Device Requirements
| Details and Specifications | Minimum Specs | Recommended Specs |
| Processor | Intel i7 or AMD 64-bit processor, 2.4GHz or faster | Intel i7 or Xeon E3, 3.2GHz or faster |
| OS | Windows 7 or 8/8.1 -64 bit professional | Windows 7, 8.x or 10 - 64-bit professional |
| Memory | 8 GB | 32 GB |
| Video | OpenGL 3.2 support w 1GB memory. No onboard graphics | NVIDIA Quadro or AMD FirePro/Radeon Pro Card w/ 4 GB dedicated memory |
| Monitor | 1920*1080 resolution | 1920*1080 resolution (or higher) resolution, dual monitors |
| Storage | Hard drive w/ 20GB free USB and/or DVD drive | Solid State Drive (SSD) w/20GB free |
Additional Costs
Additional fees apply for optional work placement.
Pathways
Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.
Contact Information
Raji Subramanian, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Applied Sciences & Technology
437.565.1633
raji.subramanian@humber.ca
Admissions Questions
Domestic Students
416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca
International Students
Contact the International Centre
international.humber.ca/contact
1-416-675-5067
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Print/Download Date: October 4, 2025