Power Engineers, Power Plant or Boiler Operators or Operating, Steam and Stationary Engineers, are some of the descriptions that summarize a technically skilled professional who may be responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of equipment such as pumps, gas compressors, generators, motors, boilers, steam turbines, air conditioning systems, heat exchangers and refrigeration equipment.
This program is intended to prepare the student for entrance into the Power Engineering field at the 4th Class level after successful completion and meeting *SOPEEC requirements for the first year of the program and entrance into the Power Engineering field at the 3rd Class level after successful completion and meeting **SOPEEC requirements for the second year of the program.
*Upon successful completion of the
first year program requirements a student
is eligible to make application to the Department of Advanced Education and Skills and Labour (DAESL) for review and approval to write examinations towards 4
th Class Power Engineering certification. Students will be required to complete the practical requirements and utilize the Practicum Guide endorsed by the DAESL.
**Upon successful completion of the
second year program requirements a student
is eligible to make application to the Department of Advanced Education and Skills and Labour (DAESL) for review and approval to write examinations towards 3
rd Class Power Engineering certification. Students will be required to complete the practical requirements and utilize the Practicum Guide endorsed by the DAESL.
This program includes a 6-week on the job training experience that students will be able to complete the practical requirements. Graduates of the program are expected to work in varying temperatures, environments, confined spaces, may be required to perform climbing, use hand and power tools, various specialty testers, and perform preventative maintenance of the equipment.
OBJECTIVES
As graduates of the Power Engineering Technology program, graduates will have the knowledge and skills that will allow him/her to:
1. Demonstrate the practical skills necessary for a 4th Class, Power Engineer.
2. Develop and practice proper safety procedures.
3. Demonstrate problem solving skills and good work practices.
4. Utilize essential skill training to enhance their career experience and opportunities.
5. Gain knowledge of control documentation and reporting systems in Power Engineering environments.
6. Prepare for a provincial examination in Power Engineering 4th Class part "A" and "B".
7. Demonstrate the practical skills necessary for a 3
rd Class, Power Engineer.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
NOTE:
Students who have valid 4th Class Certification and who meet the academic entrance requirements for the Power Engineering Technology program listed below may apply for entry into
year two of the program.
If students have a 4th Class Certification and
do not meet the academic requirements of the Power Engineering Technology program listed below may apply as a mature student and complete the appropriate CAAT testing, or complete courses in our Comprehensive Arts & Science (CAS) Transition program to meet the academic requirements they are deficient in.
Eligibility for admission to the Power Engineering Technology Program requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
i. English (2 credits) (minimum 60%) from: 3201 or 3202
ii. Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
Advanced: 2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
Academic: 2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
iii. Science: (4 credits) two of which must be selected from:
Biology: 3201
Physics: 3204
Chemistry: 3202
Earth Systems: 3209
Note: The remaining two Science credits to be chosen from the highest Science mark in level 1, 2 or 3.
Note that it is recommended that students considering the Power Engineering program should complete High School Physics.
2. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Transition) Certificate with the following courses:
i. Math (60% MINIMUM)
MA1040,
MA1041
ii. Two Science courses chosen from one of the following three combinations:
a. Introductory Biology:
BL1020,
BL1021
b. Introductory Chemistry:
CH1030,
CH1031
c. Introductory Physics:
PH1050,
PH1051
Note: It is strongly recommended that CAS students who intend to enroll in Engineering Technology programs complete both of the Chemistry courses and both of the Physics courses.
3. Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with Degree and Technical Profile including the following courses (or equivalent):
i. English (60% minimum) 3101A, 3101B, 3101C or 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
ii. Mathematics (60% minimum) 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
iii. Science from one of the following sections:
a. Biology 1101, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
b. Chemistry 1102, 2102A, 2102B, 2102C, 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
c. Physics 1104, 2104A, 2104B, 2104C, 3104A, 3104B, 3104C
Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses including those outlined above have been completed.
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years of age or older, and have been out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to
Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
- Municipal buildings
- Provincial buildings
- Federal buildings
- Health care institutions
- Educational institutions
- Manufacturing
- Mining
- Fishery
- Pulp and Paper
- Oil and Gas
In addition to the formal semester courses listed in the program of studies, students in the Power Engineering Technology Diploma program are required to obtain a certificate of completion in the following upon graduation:
1. Introduction to Confined Space
2. Introduction to Fall Arrest & Protection
3. Introduction to Lock-out – Tag-out
4. Standard First Aid/Heart Start
5. WHMIS
6. Introduction to Newfoundland and Labrador Health & Safety Act
*Students should be aware that additional fees and expenses may apply to external Certifications required throughout the program.
Students will also be required to complete one-day non-credit educational seminars throughout the program in on the job training for the full-time Diploma program. This includes resume writing, job search, interview preparation and professionalism at the worksite.