Last Chance to Register for the Centre for Urban Energy’s Electrical Engineering 101

EIN CS Ryerson CUE 400

Jan 3, 2020

The Centre for Urban Energy’s Electrical Engineering 101 seminar series will return next week. Ryerson has re-opened their registration, offering one last chance to register.

The series will run for 12 weeks, starting Wednesday, January 8, 2020. Sessions will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at Ryerson’s brand new Centre for Urban Innovation at 44 Gerrard Street East, Toronto. 

This seminar series introduces the fundamental concepts of electrical engineering to those without an engineering background looking to break into or advance their career in the energy sector. The series aims to equip participants with the foundational tools they need to speak confidently and contribute effectively in energy-related roles. The series has been updated and revamped for 2020 — based on feedback from our industry partners and previous participants.

Employers may also be interested in sending their employees to take this series as part of ongoing professional development and training initiatives. At the end of the seminar series, participants will be provided with a record of attendance and a hard copy of all learning materials. 

Topics covered in Electrical Engineering 101

  • Week 1: Basic concepts
  • Week 2: DC circuits
  • Week 3: AC circuits
  • Week 4: Transformers
  • Week 5: Power systems structure, substations and control
  • Week 6: Interconnected power systems
  • Week 7: Power system protection
  • Week 8: Generation and motors
  • Week 9: Power systems analysis
  • Week 10: Introduction to renewable energy
  • Week 11: Electricity hands-on
  • Week 12: Review and conclusions

Go HERE to register

Related Articles


Latest Articles


Changing Scene

  • Toronto Hydro Introduces Opportunity to Fast‑Track EV Charging Projects Across the City

    Toronto Hydro Introduces Opportunity to Fast‑Track EV Charging Projects Across the City

    April 13, 2026 Toronto Hydro is charging ahead with a new pilot program designed to give local electric vehicle (EV) charging providers direct access to 480‑volt power, simplifying grid connections and making it faster and easier to expand public EV fast charging stations across the city. This new pilot is designed to help expedite the Read More…

  • SATCO Celebrates 60 Years of Excellence in Lighting, NUVO Marks 20 Years of Design Innovation

    SATCO Celebrates 60 Years of Excellence in Lighting, NUVO Marks 20 Years of Design Innovation

    April 10, 2026 SATCO proudly announces the celebration of its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of sustained growth, innovation, and service excellence. Concurrently, NUVO, a prominent lighting brand under the SATCO umbrella, celebrates its 20th anniversary, highlighting two decades of cutting-edge design and creative solutions for residential and commercial spaces. Founded in 1966, SATCO has Read More…

  • D.A.D. Sales Welcomes New Team Members

    D.A.D. Sales Welcomes New Team Members

    April 10, 2026 D.A.D. Sales announced the addition of Bradey Cameron as an Application Specialist on the D.A.D. Sales Solutions team, Katherine Dickson as an Account Manager on the D.A.D. Sales team, supporting Northern Alberta, and Wendy Dyble as an Account Manager / Inside Sales on the D.A.D. Customer Service Team. “Bradey brings a strong Read More…

  • Liteline Introduce New Regional Sales Manager for GTA

    Liteline Introduce New Regional Sales Manager for GTA

    April 10, 2026 Liteline announced on LinkedIn that Peter McCumber has joined their team as Regional Sales Manager for the GTA. “We are excited to welcome Peter as Liteline’s Regional Sales Manager-GTA! Peter brings more than two decades of experience in the electrical manufacturing and wholesale industry, where he has established himself as a dynamic Read More…