Ontario College Diploma in Powerline Technician (Co-op) in Ottawa Canada | Algonquin College

This two-year Ontario College Diploma program in Powerline Technician equips you with essential skills for a successful career in Ontario's powerline industry. The curriculum starts with core electrical principles before advancing to cover the design, planning, construction, and upkeep of both overhead and underground power networks.

Throughout the program, you'll gain expertise in:

utilizing AutoCAD for designing electrical power systems (both overhead and underground)
electrical machinery and metering systems
street lighting and communication networks
recognizing, managing, and preventing workplace health and safety risks
hoisting, rigging, and guying techniques
addressing design challenges in power transmission and distribution lines
protection relays and fault management in power distribution and transmission

From the second term onward, you'll dedicate one day each week to practical training at Hydro Ottawa's Bank Street facility, where you'll develop climbing, rigging, and other hands-on abilities crucial for your professional journey.