Electrical & Electronics
Continuing Studies
Application of Electrical Codes and Standards Course (XELC 0630)
March 27 - May 31 T/Th 6 – 9 pm, $795 (texts & exam extra) (60 hrs)
New 2012 Canadian Electrical Code Book course. This course is designed for qualified electricians who may want to write the Safety Authority provincial exam to attain their Field Site Representative status / Contractors License (A, B, C ticket). Those wanting a code refresher or who do not meet the prerequisites and do not plan to write the exam may also enroll.
Instructor: Mark Evans (Electrical Apprenticeship Instructor at TRU
Phone and Voicemail - 250.377.6090
Email: mevans@tru.ca
Required Texts: 2012 Canadian Electrical Code Book (
Please purchase the 2012 Canadian Electrical Code Book prior to the start of the course. They are available at local electrical wholesalers, TRU bookstore, retail bookstores or through CSA.)
Required Course Materials:
- Safety Standards Act
- Safety Standards General Regulation
- Electrical Safety Regulation
- Errata to the 2012 Canadian Electrical Code Book
- BC Safety Authority Electrical Fee Schedule
- BC Safety Authority Information Bulletins
- BC Safety Authority Electrical Directives
For more information, please contact Heather Hamilton, Course Coordinator, at 250.371.5658, or email
hhamilton@tru.ca.
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) – Level 1 (XELC 0670)
February 24 - March 10 Fri 6:30 - 9:30 pm, Sat 8 am - 3:30 pm $625 (30 hrs)
This course is designed to introduce electricians, as well as those who are familiar with conventional motor control theory, to the basic operating principles and various field applications of Programmable Logic Controllers. The course will be based on Allen Bradley systems but may also include GE and Modicon brands. Please call for further information (250) 371-5658 or email
trades@tru.ca.
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) – Level 2 (XELC 0770)
April 20 - May 12 Fri 6:30-9:30 pm, Sat 8 am – 3:30 pm $775 (40 hrs)
The course is an extension of the PLC Level 1 course and is directed towards individuals that have a basic knowledge of Programmable Logic Controllers and are able to design circuits that use standard instructions such as timers and counters. This course moves onto more advanced instructions that include math, compare, move, program control and several other instructions found in industrial applications. The student will be challenged to create PLC programs that operate a conveyor system as well as an analog liquid level control system. In addition, the student will get an introduction into the InTouch® HMI software with the intent to operate lab equipment. To preregister call (250) 371-5658 or e-mail
trades@tru.ca.
Industrial Electrician “Red-Seal” Exam Preparation Course (XELC 0790)
On-line Delivery or Classroom Session Available $795 (60 hrs)
This course is designed to assist industrial electricians wishing to challenge the “Red Seal” exam. In order to attempt the exam, written proof of 9000 hours of direct experience in the trade is required. Before registering for this course, please contact the Industry Training Authority at 1 (866) 660-6011 to confirm your eligibility. For more information and to pre-register, please call (250) 371-5658 or e-mail
trades@tru.ca.
For further information and to pre-register, please contact:
Email: Heather Hamilton
Phone: 250.371.5658
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