Meet Our Graduates

Dale Splettstoeszer is a Senior Microelectronics ECAD Designer for a hearing aid company. He works in the development of next generation technologies and platforms, including designing the tiny flexible circuit that is contained in the hearing aid.

Dale`s manager, a George Brown College Electronics Technician Certificate grad, recommended the GBC program to Dale. Supported by his company, Dale enrolled, looking to expand his working knowledge of electronics.

While there were many aspects of the program that Dale enjoyed, he particularly appreciated “the ability to move at [his] own pace.” He also found the textbook “was well written, well designed and really complemented the computer-based material.” When Dale contacted GBC tech support about an incorrectly posted exam grade, “[he] was very impressed with how quickly they responded by phone and email and fixed the problem.”

As a result of the program Dale is more knowledgeable and productive in his job. “Now, when I sit in meetings and listen to the product engineers discussing the hearing aid circuits, I understand far more of what they are talking about”.

Argenis Ortiz is an ASC Electronics Engineering Technician II working for BAE Systems. His interest in Electronics and initial skills were attained in High School, and then self-taught though years of on-the-job training. Argenis enrolled in the Electronics Technician program to expand his skills and to demonstrate his commitment to his company. He also plans on continuing his education to acquire an Electronics Technician diploma online, at George Brown College, with the goal of moving into an engineering assistant position.

‘Being able to work at [his] own pace’ was important to Argenis but he also appreciated the ease of payment with the pay-as-you-go registration option. He found the archived questions and answers in the Discussion Forums helpful in clarifying his questions with more difficult concepts.

‘I have already worked on projects where my new knowledge was used on the oscilloscope and a multimeter to troubleshoot equipment. I hope this program helps others like it helped me!'

Christine Wiskot:

For many years I have been employed in electrical assembly, responsible for building wiring harnesses, soldering equipment and working with circuit boards and solar systems. After all my practical experience I felt I also needed to obtain an academic credential so I enrolled in the Electronics Technician Certificate program.

I thoroughly enjoyed the program; the material was great and liked the fact that I could work at my own pace especially since I already had experience with some of the topics. The staff were helpful and very quick to respond to my questions by phone and email.

I would recommend George Brown College to anyone interested in taking a distance education course.

I thoroughly enjoyed taking the Electronics Technician program.

Andre Lariviere enrolled in the Electronics Technician program ‘to gain knowledge and expertise that would be pertinent to my job as a Motion Picture Conservator at Library and Archives Canada. I was able to apply the theory and put it into practice, most recently in understanding audio frequencies and sine waves in order to work with audio material.’

‘I used the forums for tutorial support and called the Support Center when I needed technical support. All experiences were positive.’

‘I am hoping this program will lead to greater opportunities.’

Stephan Pimentel received tuition reimbursement from the Toronto Transit Commission to enroll in the Electronic Technician Certificate program.

‘By completing this program I will be able to move up from my current job, into motor repairs. I liked working on the simulated labs and found the Resource Center and staff helpful in getting me through difficult material. I will definitely be able to use my new knowledge when I get promoted to my new position.’

Nicolas Allende is an independent contractor currently involved in the installation of solar photovoltaic systems. ‘The program met my expectations and I have already applied my new knowledge in my day-to-day work.'

'The curriculum was well structured. Whenever I needed extra help I checked the online forums or emailed my questions to the Resource Center. My inquiries were always answered and well explained.'

Clement Bergeron is a welder at BRP, a manufacturer of recreational vehicles including Ski-Doo snowmobiles, watercraft and Can-Am Spyder off-road vehicles. Clement was able to take advantage of a tuition-reimbursement program that BRP has to help pay for his continuing technical education.

‘I researched many courses before selecting the Electronics Technician Certificate. In the early 2000’s, I had completed a Computerized Systems Technology program and felt the Electronics Technician Certificate would be a good way to refresh and update my technical skills. I work full time and the fact that I could work at my own pace made it possible for me to register and complete this program. I plan to continue my education at George Brown College and take the Electromechanical and Robotics Programs.’