Certificate in Electrical Applications

at Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology Canada

Classroom theory and demonstrations are routinely practiced in the production kitchen as Culinary Arts and Design students prepare food for MITT’s three campus cafeterias under the guidance of veteran chef instructors. These hands-on skills are further reinforced during end-of-school-year work practicum. Effective customer service, as well as employability and essential skills acquired through MITT’s Work Skills Series workshops, ensure graduates are well-rounded in all facets of food preparation and production.

The Manitoba Institute of Trades and Technology (MITT) and the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT), a center of excellence for trade accreditation, have partnered and are now providing the Post Graduate Certificate in International Business (PGIB)  which will prepare up and coming trade practitioners for a successful career in International Business. This one year, multi-credentialed program explores the strategies needed to establish an enduring global presence.

MITT's Post Graduate Certificate in International Business prepares students for a successful career by broadening their knowledge, skills, and appreciation of the customs and practices that affect business activities when dealing with other countries. Students will be exposed to a wealth of topics related to international business, confront some of the dynamic issues and challenges of international business, and master strategies to establish an enduring global presence. This program is offered in partnership with the Forum for International Trade Training (FITT), global business experts established by industry and government.

Gain a flexible set of knowledge and skills that positions you for employment in industrial settings as well as careers in business and information technology. Through theory, lab exercises, and hands-on projects such as construction of a power supply using electronic test equipment, fabrication equipment, and soldering you will learn the fundamentals of electronic and electrical components, and the devices and circuits used in industrial settings. A work practicum placement gives you an opportunity to apply what you’ve learned and add to your skill-set through a real-world work experience and participation in MITT’s Work Skills Series workshops gives you a solid foundation in the employability and essential skills employers demand.

MITT’s Motosport Technician certificate program teaches students how to use the tools and equipment required for modern marine and outdoor power equipment maintenance and repair and helps them build a foundation of knowledge about vehicle systems including:

Tune-up and diagnostics
Advanced technologies such as fuel injection and anti-lock brake systems.

Eligible students can apply the skills they learn in class to real-world situations during a four-week work practicum with an industry employer and their participation in MITT’s Work Skills Series workshops will ensure they bring the employability and essential skills employers demand, to the workplace. Graduates who meet specific criteria can earn credit toward Apprenticeship Manitoba Level 1. 

Work Practicum:-
The Motosport Technician program may feature a Work Practicum placement in a local workplace which provides students with on-the-job training and experience. Students will apply skills learned in the classroom and develop new skills through working within an actual employer’s facility.

Theory and comprehensive hands-on projects ensure Electrical Applications students gain the knowledge and skills necessary to install, operate, troubleshoot, service and repair electrical equipment in residential, commercial and industrial settings. Motors, generators, transformers, electrical systems, and a wide variety of control equipment are among the many topics covered during the program, and graduates who meet specific criteria can earn credit toward Apprenticeship Manitoba Level 1 and 2.

Participation in MITT’s Work Skills Series workshops provides students a foundation in employability and essential skills to help them transition seamlessly from classroom to career and excel as professionals.

Develop the knowledge and skills you need for a range of career opportunities in Canada’s booming tourism sector— from front desk to housekeeping, food and beverage service to line cook duties—as well as an introduction to management training to position you for future career advancement.

Emerit training, which was developed and tested by tourism sector employees, employers, and educators from across Canada, ensures students meet internationally recognized standards of their profession; a work practicum allows you to test and refine your skills in a real workplace; and your participation in MITT’s Work Skills Series workshops ensures you bring a solid foundation of employability and essential skills to any career you pursue.

MITT’s Industrial Welding certificate program helps students build a strong foundation of the knowledge and skills required to design and build products by cutting and joining materials using ferrous and non-ferrous materials. Students work independently or in teams using current welding and fabrication equipment to complete projects in a learning environment that simulates an industrial welding shop. To complement their technical skills with the employability and essential skills employers demand, all  students participate in MITT’s Work Skills Series workshops.

This program is affiliated with CWA (Canadian Welding Association), CWB (Canadian Welding Bureau) and Apprenticeship Manitoba. Students who successfully complete the program and meet eligibility criteria can receive credit toward their continued apprenticeship path or earn select certifications through CWB. Graduates who meet specific criteria can also earn credit toward Apprenticeship Manitoba Level 1.

In modern pharmacy practice, the pharmacy technician’s role is essential to meeting the ever-increasing demands for health care efficiency and improved patient experience. Today, pharmacy technicians are entrusted with assisting in preparing medications, collecting medical histories, and educating patients – all of which allow the pharmacist more time to focus on patient care.

Since 1987, the MITT Pharmacy Technician Program has prepared students to work collaboratively and competently with pharmacists and other healthcare professionals in a variety of pharmacy practice settings.

The diploma program curriculum – designed by specialized pharmacy experts to reflect the current scope of practice, as well as emerging health care trends and technologies – focuses on the core competencies of everyday pharmacy technician practice. It also aligns with the Canadian Council for Accreditation of Pharmacy Programs (CCAPP) Accreditation Standards for Canadian Pharmacy Technician Programs. Through innovative curriculum and high-impact simulated learning experiences, students are prepared for career success in today’s ever-changing pharmacy environment.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

• Identify and implement sector-specific knowledge to day-to-day medication preparation and dispensing;
• Apply knowledge and research-based information while collaborating in the provision of safe, effective, and high-quality patient care;
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders;
• Act responsibly and professionally, and demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development;
• Collaborate with pharmacists and members of intra- and interprofessional health teams in the promotion of a healthier workplace, community, and environment; and
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to pursue registration with the Pharmacy Examining Board of Canada (PEBC) and listing with the College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) as a pharmacy technician.

SKILLS AND CHARACTERISTICS OF IDEAL CANDIDATES

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Technologically adaptable
• Able to follow instructions, retain information, and prioritize tasks
• Accountable
• Objective and factual
• Active listening skills, non-judgmental and empathetic
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Strong math skills are an absolute must for pharmacy technicians, which is why this program emphasizes a zero tolerance for math errors. An essential part of the job involves performing calculations to determine dosages and quantities to prepare and dispense medications. The following sample questions reflect the types of calculations associated with these tasks

Supply chain and logistics professionals manage every aspect of the selection, purchasing, transporting, and distributing of products and services to and from locations around the world. The diploma program introduces students to the essential business management and supply chain skills needed to become an effective professional in this expanding sector.

MITT’s Post-Graduate Diploma in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management provides students with the basic business and supply chain skills needed to become effective professionals in this expanding business sector. Topics of study include procurement, logistics, leadership, accounting and project management.

MITT’s Global Supply Chain Management program has been developed in association with Supply Chain Canada and Supply Chain Management Association – Manitoba in order to best prepare students for employment and professional recognition within those industries.

This Program is Ideal for:
Prospective students who enjoy multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment. Taking initiative, working both as part of a team and independently, and understanding the global market should be interests of the student.
Students who complete MITT's Post-Graduate Certificate in Business Management, and want to extend and focus their studies in order to specialize in a dynamic field of international business.

The diverse curriculum in this intensive, 10-month program covers administrative procedures to MS Office tools to cloud accounting and prepares students for a wide range of positions in office administration. Hands-on exercises and projects, MITT's Work Skills Series workshops, and the possibility of a six-week work practicum, help students seamlessly transition into careers upon graduation.