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Skilled Trades - Power Engineering Technician

2-year, Ontario College Diploma Program

Program Info

NOTE: This program is currently in the process of "Program Renewal." Information shown below is subject to change. Updated information is anticipated to be posted here before the end of June, 2012. 

The Power Engineering Program prepares students to enter the expanding, dynamic Power Engineering field at entry levels of employment (ie. 4th class level). The program is designed to cover the Interprovincial curriculum including writing 3rd and 4th class Power Engineering exams. In addition, the program will also provide applied practice. Upon successful completion of the program, students will be eligible for 4th Class Interprovincial Certificate of Qualification.

Heavy emphasis is placed on technical studies, combined with practical hands-on experience. The program conforms to industrial practices and procedures. The Power Engineer is exposed to a diverse number of fields (ie. electrical, electronics, computers, chemical, mechanical fields), which make it a truly challenging and rewarding career.

Employment Opportunities: 

Career categories include prospective positions and locations such as Operating & Maintaining Power Plants, Pulp & Paper Industry, Ontario Hydro Thermal Plants, Co-Generation Plants, Hospitals, Large Buildings, Sawmills, Mining, Breweries & Distilleries, Oil Refining, Manufacturing, Technical Sales, Industrial Sales, Process Operators, Water Treatment or Inspection.

Admission Requirements: 
  1. Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with courses from the College (C), University (U), University/College (U/C), or Open (O) preparation levels.
  2. or successful completion of the Mature Student Assessment
  3. or appropriate credits from Academic and Career Entrance.

Additional Courses Required:

  • Grade 12 English (College or University Preparation)
  • Grade 11 MCF3M Functions and Applications or MCR3U Functions or Grade 12 MAP4C Foundations for College Math or MCT4C Mathematics for College Technology or University Preparation.

Students who do not meet the entrance requirements are encouraged to apply for the Pre Technology program to facilitate success in their technology path.

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