Power Engineering Technology
- Mechanical FAST TRACK

South Campus - Windsor (T941)

Three Year - Ontario College Advanced Diploma (delivered in less than 2 years)

September

Eli DiCredico
(519) 972-2727, ext. 4464
edicredico@stclaircollege.ca

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus:

• Grade 12 Math (C) or (U)
• Senior level Physics (C) or (U)

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

PROGRAM GOAL
Power Engineering Technologists are highly trained and specialized people who operate and maintain the energy components of power plants, industries, commercial and large residential buildings, hospitals and schools. The technologist's work involves monitoring, adjusting, analyzing and solving problems with power boilers, compressors, refrigeration chillers, pumps and other related equipment. They may also assist Mechanical Engineers in the planning and design of power plant systems and operations.

Day to day responsibilities can include conducting visual inspections and tests to ensure safety and optimum performance, ensuring that provincial and federal regulations are adhered to, and being available to respond to emergency situations. From an energy management perspective, Technologists investigate opportunities to save energy/fuel costs and the implementation of modern innovative technologies to achieve these savings in a safe and sustainable manner is vital.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• This program is a “fast track” program which means you will earn an Ontario College Advanced Diploma in 21 months.
• At the forefront of offering preparation towards Certification for 3rd Class Operating Engineers under T.S.S.A. (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) and the SOPEEC (Standardized Interprovincial certification)
• The Power Engineering Technology - Mechanical program is accredited by TSSA for reduced practical time for 4th Class certification. Students have the option of finding a work placement anywhere in Ontario during the summer between 3rd and 4th semesters. Students should research available qualified employers (a list of employers that traditionally provide work placement will be available to the student). Complete information regarding work placement is available from the Coordinator.
• Certified Engineering Technologist designation agreement with OACETT (Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technologists and Technicians) is possible

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Excellent job opportunities as 4th class engineers, maintenance technicians and plant operators in a wide range of facilities including electrical power generation plants, light and heavy industry, refineries, schools, hospitals, commercial buildings and municipal water and waste water treatment plants.

Entry level positions include 4th class power (operating) technologists, “Operator-In-Training” for water or wastewater treatment plants and possibility to advance to 3rd class power (operating) engineer certification within a short time period.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Program Physical Demands Analysis: T941

YOUR INVESTMENT
Fees are subject to adjustment each year. The standard tuition and compulsory fees for 2011 are as follows:

$4,409.23*
$600 - $800
$250.00

* 3 semesters

For a breakdown of tuition and other compulsory fees for Canadian, U.S. and International students, see Tuition & Fees.