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What You Do

An Electrical and Electronics Engineer performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of electrical networks, machinery and electronic communications, instrumentation and control systems
  • Design specifications for electrical and electronic systems and equipment
  • Develop maintenance and operating standards for electrical and electronic systems and equipmen
  • Investigate electrical or electronic failures

What You Need

  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • A keen interest in the design and operation of electrical systems and equipment
  • Ability to think in an analytical and logical manner
  • Ability to communicate and cooperate with others
  • Strong computer skills

Your Career Pathway

University Bachelor's Degree

Dalhousie University: Electrical and Computer Engineering

4 Years$11,000/year

University of New Brunswick (UNB): Electrical and Computer Engineering

4 Years$8,411/year

Memorial University of Newfoundland (MUN): Electrical Engineering

5 Years$3,330/year

University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Design Engineering

4 Years$6,270/year