Electrical Technologists are people that apply electrical theory on the job. Their knowledge and skill lies between that of electrical engineers and general electrical trades persons. They train in three year diploma programs at colleges or universities. Specializations within the field include instrumentation, power, telecommunications, programming and electronic controls. Electrical Technologists are employed by utilities, engineering drafting/design companies, offshore refineries, and construction.

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• Electrical Engineering Technologist @ Alberta Occupation Profiles