Overview
The Bachelor of Technology in Electronics is a baccalaureate degree designed for electronics technologists (or equivalent) who wish to complete a degree while working and gain skills for job promotion. The program provides graduates with the knowledge and skills required to design electrical, computer, automation and communication systems.
About the program
The program is approved by the BC Provincial Ministry of Advanced Education. It develops strong mathematics, physics and analytical foundations and broadens this skill set by including business management and liberal studies elements. This degree enhances career advancement opportunities for graduates and supplies the high technology sector with well educated professionals possessing strong practical skills.
For projected BTech Electronics course offering information, please view the Course Plan [PDF] and the sample Program Plan [PDF]. You can also take a look at our tentative Winter 202510 Timetable [PDF].
Who it’s for
This BCIT Flexible Learning (formerly Part-time Studies) program is scheduled to serve the needs of working professionals who wish to continue their education while working. BCIT Flexible Learning classes are offered year-round, three terms per year, on evenings or weekends.
What grads can do
B.Tech Electronics graduates have a wide range of career opportunities. They can work as technical design engineers, engineering managers, or professional engineers. They may also join engineering consultancies, pursue careers in sales and marketing, work for the government, become technology entrepreneurs, or further their education with advanced degrees in engineering or business management.
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Entrance Requirements
Find out more about getting started in the program!
If the Bachelor of Technology in Electronics program interests you, review the entrance requirements below. If you have any questions regarding the entrance requirements and equivalents, please contact Program Advising.
Application processing
This program is open to applications beginning:
- February 1st* for the January intake
- May 1st* for the April intake
- October 1st* for the September intake
Entrance requirements
This program has a two-step admission process. Applicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first-qualified basis as long as space remains.
Step 1: Pre-entry assessment
Applicants that feel they meet the entrance requirements are required to contact the program head for an evaluation of work experience, assessment for pre-entry courses, and have the Proposed Program of Study form for Technical Coursework approved. Contact the program assistant at 604-432-8237 or khoward18@bcit.ca for more information. Any required pre-entry courses that are part of the degree program matrix will be credited towards the degree.
You can apply if you have had the pre-entry assessment and have completed any necessary pre-entry courses. A completed pre-entry assessment document from the program area must be uploaded to complete your application.
Step 2: Meet the following entrance requirements
- English language proficiency: Category 2 – English Studies 12 (67%) or equivalent
- Entry options: one of the following:
Option 1:- BCIT diploma in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology with a minimum course average of 65% or
- Diploma from any nationally accredited program in a related engineering technology discipline, with a minimum course average of 65% or
- Students with a diploma grade point average between 60 and 65% can only gain full admission status after completing three of the following courses: ELEX 7010, ELEX 7020, ELEX 7030 and ELEX 7040, with an overall average of 70% or more or
- An equivalent level of education at the post-secondary level and registration (or qualifying to register) as an Applied Science Technologist will be considered.
Applicants who have completed post-secondary studies outside of Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia or New Zealand will require a comprehensive evaluation of their credentials by the International Credential Evaluation Service (ICES). Credential evaluation reports from other Canadian services may be considered. These reports must include course-by-course evaluations and GPA calculations.
Continuation requirements
A minimum of two years of relevant work experience prior to graduation.
International applicants
This program is available to international applicants who currently have a valid status in Canada. A valid study permit is required prior to starting the program.
Students enrolled in this program must complete the mandatory work component to qualify for graduation. A co-op work permit is required prior to starting the work component.
Apply to program
To submit your application:
- Include proof of meeting all entrance requirements.
- Convert all transcripts and supporting documents to PDF files.
- Have a credit card ready to pay the application fee.
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Scheduled Intakes
Ongoing Flexible Learning (Part-time Studies) intakes: January, April, and September.
myCommunication
Within two business days of submitting your completed application, BCIT will send a message to your personal and myBCIT email addresses. All correspondence regarding your application will be posted to your online myCommunication account at my.bcit.ca. We will send you an email when a new message is posted. It is important to watch for these emails or regularly check your account online.
You can expect to receive communication concerning the status of your application within four weeks.
Courses
Program matrix
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1. Degree Core: (38.0 credits required) | Credits | ||
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ELEX 7010 | Engineering Statistics | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7020 | Multivariable Calculus and Dynamic Systems | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7021 | Scientific Computing 1 | 1.0 | |
ELEX 7030 | Thermodynamics | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7040 | Engineering Materials | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7110 | Linear Physical Systems | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7120 | Linear Algebra and Vector Calculus | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7121 | Scientific Computing 2 | 1.0 | |
ELEX 7140 | Semiconductor Theory and Applications | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7210 | Signal Theory and Processing | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7220 | Feedback Control | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7230 | Electromagnetism | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7240 | Electric Machines | 3.0 | |
ELEX 7250 | Communication Theory and Applications | 3.0 | |
2. Specialization Electives: (9.0 credits required) | Credits | ||
ELEX 8010 | Data Communication | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8030 | Real-Time Embedded Systems | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8130 | Computer Networks | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8140 | Mobile Communications | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8170 | Industrial System Electrical Design | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8180 | Discrete-Time Control Systems | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8270 | Power System Analysis | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8275 | RF Design Engineering | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8285 | Power System Protection | 3.0 | |
3. Management Component: (9.0 credits required) | Credits | ||
BUSA 7250 | Management Skills and Applications | 3.0 | |
ELEX 8280 | Engineering Law | 3.0 | |
FMGT 8295 | Engineering Economics | 3.0 | |
4. Liberal Studies Component (12.0 credits required) |
Credits | ||
Mandatory Courses: (6.0 credits) | |||
LIBS 7001 | Critical Reading and Writing | 3.0 | |
LIBS 7002 | Applied Ethics | 3.0 | |
Elective Courses: (6.0 credits) All students will be required to achieve these credits in accordance with the BCIT policy on Liberal Studies course requirements. |
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5. Industry Project: (5.0 credits required) | Credits | ||
After completing the prescribed course work, all degree program students are required to complete an industry- sponsored project in their selected area. | |||
ELEX 8300 | Industry Project | 5.0 | |
Total Credits: | 73.0 |
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Transfer credit
Do you have credits from another BC/Yukon post-secondary school? Do you want to know if they transfer to courses here at BCIT? Check out BCIT's Transfer Equivalency Database to find out.
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Program Details
Program length
As a Part-time Studies program, a period of three to five years may be required to complete the program. However, the degree must be completed within seven years from acceptance into the program.
Prior to acceptance into the program, candidates may complete:
- a maximum of 6 credits of Technical Studies/Management course work
- a maximum of 12 credits of Liberal Studies component course work
- a maximum of 6 credits of mathematics
Accreditation
Upon graduation, students who intend to pursue registration as a Professional Engineer can apply to Engineers & Geoscientists British Columbia for acceptance into the Engineer-in-Training (EIT) program. This acceptance will require passing specified confirmatory exams.
Program delivery
In person: This program is delivered on campus.
Program location
Burnaby Campus
3700 Willingdon Avenue
Burnaby, BC
Program structure
The general requirement for a Bachelor of Technology in Electronics degree program is a minimum of 73 credits from five components. Candidates will follow their individually approved educational plan.
It is highly recommended that students also take the MatLab/Simulink tutorial (ELEX 0362) as it is used in several core BTech Electronics courses.
ELEX 0362 - Matlab/Simulink Tutorial
Components | Credits | ||
1. Degree Core | 38.0 | ||
2. Specialization Electives | 9.0 | ||
3. Management Component | 9.0 | ||
4. Liberal Studies Component | 12.0 | ||
5. Industry Project | 5.0 | ||
Total | 73.0 |
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Graduating & Jobs
Graduate employment outcomes
The BCIT student outcomes report presents summary findings from the annual survey of former students administered by BC Stats one to two years after graduation. These reports combine the last three years of available results for the 2021-2023 BCIT Outcomes Surveys of 2020-2022 graduates and for Degree 2019-2021 graduates. The reports are organized into three-page summaries containing information on graduates’ labour market experiences and opinions regarding their education. More detailed information can be accessed at the BC Student Outcomes website.
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Apply for graduation
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, complete an Application for BCIT Credential [PDF] and submit it to Student Information and Enrolment Services.
Allow approximately six to eight weeks for processing.
All financial obligations to the Institute must be met prior to issuance of any credential.
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Faculty, Advisors & Staff
Faculty
Muhammad Jamil Ahmed, PhD, P.Eng.
Program Head, BTech, Electronics
Tel: 604-432-8660
Email: Jamil_Ahmed@bcit.ca
Gino Carrese, MEng
Tel: 604-432-8484
Email: Gino_Carrese@bcit.ca
John Dian, PhD, P.Eng.
Tel: 604-432-8219
Email: John_Dian@bcit.ca
Bob Gill, MEng, P.Eng.
Tel: 604-412-7582
Email: Bob_Gill@bcit.ca
Nurul Islam, PhD, P.Eng.
Tel: 604-451-6804
Email: Nurul_Islam@bcit.ca
William (Bill) Maki, BEng, P.Eng.
Tel: 604-412-7590
Email: Bill_Maki@bcit.ca
Kathy Manson, MASc, P.Eng.
Tel: 604-432-8785
Email: Kathy_Manson@bcit.ca
Ali Palizban, PhD, P.Eng.
Tel: 604-451-6924
Email: Ali_Palizban@bcit.ca
Hassan Saberi, MSc, P.Eng.
Tel: 604 412-8388
Email: hsaberi@bcit.ca
Remya Sreenath, MEng, P.Eng.
Tel: 604 412-7576
Email: rsreenath@bcit.ca
Sessional instructors
Harry Chang, MSc
Russell Chore, MEng, P.Eng.
Derek Deacon, BBA, JD
Monika Fricke, MEng, P.Eng.
Maryam Heshmatzadeh, PhD
Erik Korolenko, PhD
George Lipski, MSc
Andrew McConnell, PhD
Hamed Karimi Sharif, PhD
Staff
Roger Gale, BSc, MBA
Interim Associate Dean
Tel: 604-432-8976
Email: Roger_Gale@bcit.ca
Rosmin Gilani
Administrative Assistant
Tel: 604-432-8369
Email: rgilani@bcit.ca
Katie Howard
Program Assistant
Tel: 604-432-8237
Email: khoward18@bcit.ca
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Katie Howard
Program Assistant
khoward18@bcit.ca
604-432-8237
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