How long is the Power Engineering - 3rd Class at Portage College?
50 Week Certificate (includes Part A, Part B, and Practicum)

What you need to get in to the Power Engineering - 3rd Class at Portage College?
Entrance Requirements: Must have Grade 12 or equivalent, including a minimum of 65% in the following: English 20-1 or 20-2 (20 or 23), Math 20 or 23, or Math 20 (Applied or Pure), and Physics 20 A valid Inter-Provincial 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate (A & B) OR Must have Grade 12 or equivalent. A valid Inter-Provincial 4th Class Power Engineering Certificate (A & B) or proof that the exams were written and results are forthcoming. Successful completion of the Portage College 4th Class Power Engineering program and a recommendation by the Program Coordinator Recommended courses for students who are considering 2nd or 1st Class Power Engineering include a minimum of 65% in English 30-1 or 30-2 (30 or 33), Math 30 or 33, Math 30 (Applied or Pure) and Physics 30. Career Potential: Students with the appropriate training in the power engineering field and who possess a valid Power Engineering Certificate may find career opportunities in the oil and gas industries, electrical utilities companies, chemical processing plants, pulp and paper industries, and building operations. Transferability: Students who complete this program will qualify to write the Part A and B 3rd Class Power Engineering Interprovincial Exams. Please check the current Alberta Engineer's Regulation under the Safety Codes for further information. Program Description: Power Engineers are skilled workers who operate and maintain equipment in a power plant. Power Engineers work with internal combustion engines, steam and gas turbines, pumps, air-conditioning units, building heating systems, and steam and hot water boilers providing utilities such as heat, climate control and electrical power for industrial processes or building operations. THEORY PART 'A': The objective of this program is to prepare the student for the 3rd Class Power Engineering Interprovincial exam Part 'A', Paper '1' and '2'. THEORY PART 'B': The objective is to prepare the student for the 3rd Class Power Engineering Interprovincial exam Part 'B', Paper '1' & '2'. The Alberta Boilers Safety Association will issue a 4th, 3rd, 2nd and 1st Class Interprovincial Power Engineer's Certificate to a person who: 1. meets the prerequisites set forth in the Power Engineer's Regulations under the Alberta Safety Codes Act, and 2. passes the Alberta Boiler's Safety Association administered examinations. A student seeking proper training will enter into this field beginning at the 4th class level, then progress into the 3rd, 2nd and 1st class levels respectively.

For more information on the Power Engineering - 3rd Class at Portage College
(780) 623-5580

Does the :program offer a Coop?
No

Distance Education Available:
No

What type of learning environment should I expect in the Power Engineering - 3rd Class?
In Class Study