Advanced College Diploma – Electrical Engineering Technology (ELY6) (Co-op)

Environmental Technology Advanced Diploma prepares students for in-demand careers in understanding, monitoring, and protecting the environment. The program delivers theoretical knowledge and practical experience covering air, water, and waste management, combined with up to 16 months of paid co-op placement.

• Key Learning Goals & Structure:

  • Environmental & Technical Knowledge: Study concepts in air, water, and waste management, instrumentation, safety practices, safety standards, technical writing, and CAD.

  • Practical & Analytical Training: Perform field/lab testing, measurement, and sample analysis using state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation.

  • Co-operative Education: Gain real-world industry experience with up to 16 months of paid co-op placements.

• Job Insights & Demand:

  • Canada: Average salary of $68,610/yr (Range: $45K – $104K); 878 jobs advertised in July 2026.

  • Ontario: Average salary of $68,673/yr (Range: $45K – $102K); 557 jobs advertised in July 2026.

• Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

• Minimum GPA: 50.0%

• Minimum Language Test Scores:

  • IELTS: 6.0

  • TOEFL: 79.0

  • PTE: 53.0

  • DUOLINGO: 105

This program is eligible for Post Graduation Work Permit.

PGWP Overview: The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWP) enables students who have graduated from participating Canadian post-secondary institutions to gain valuable Canadian work experience.

IRCC Guidelines: Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has released a preliminary list of programs that qualify for the PGWP. Based on our current understanding, which may be subject to changes, these programs are linked to fields of study that correspond to occupations in long-term shortage or meet new requirements. For more details, visit: IRCC Work Post-Grad.

Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with the IRCC. Students are advised to check the eligibility criteria on the IRCC website to ensure they meet all the requirements.