An overlooked factor behind most of the world’s major projects and industries is the ability to time and control how technology is applied in a dynamic setting, which is the focus of the Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Advanced Electronics and Controls (120 Credits). At CBU, you can study a technologically advanced approach to electronics and controls. Electronics and controls at CBU focuses on electrical engineering, analog and digital design, microelectronics, and industrial systems. Instrumentation, electronics, and controls courses combine theoretical principles with hands on experience and technical expertise related to electronics, instrumentation, and microprocessor control. Aspects unique to electrical technology are emphasized, including topics such as analog/digital design, industrial instrumentation, control, and microelectronics. Using the skills you gain studying electronics and controls, you’ll open doors to a career in almost any industry. You’ll also enjoy learning with students from more than 40 countries, finding interesting perspectives and ideas you wouldn’t have found anywhere else on earth. Graduates leave prepared to innovate and adapt in diverse global industries, equipped with technical mastery, problem solving skills.
Career Path
Graduate careers include Electronics Engineering Technologist, Electrical Design Technologist (analog/digital systems), Control Systems Technologist, Robotics and Mechatronics Technologist, Instrumentation and Automation Specialist, Microelectronics Technician, Industrial Systems Maintenance Technologist, Process Control Engineer (manufacturing, energy, chemical industries), Automation Engineer (smart factories, industrial robotics), Power Systems Technologist (energy and utilities), Telecommunications Technologist, Aerospace and Automotive Electronics Specialist, Medical Device Electronics Technologist, Renewable Energy Systems Technologist, Smart Technology Integration Specialist (IoT, smart cities), Cyber Physical Systems Engineer, Sustainable Energy and Green Technology Specialist.
Post Study Work Visa availability – YES
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Cape Breton University below;
1. Bachelor Degree and Transcript (Electronics and Control, Electronics and related)
2. Passport
3. Recommendation Letter
4. English Language Proficiency Letter
5. WASSCE/ A-Level Certificate
6. Statement of Purpose
7. CV
Cape Breton University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, evidence of English study within a 12‑year education system where English is designated as the primary and official language and the principal language of instruction. For applicants who do not yet meet the English language requirement, there are two pathways to achieve the necessary level:
Pre‑sessional English Programme; Students may successfully complete a preparatory English programme offered by the university before beginning their academic course. Recognized English Proficiency Tests; Students may submit one of the following minimum scores prior to the start of their program: IELTS: 6.5 overall band score (or equivalent), TOEFL or PTE: Score of 60, Duolingo English Test: Score of 120.
