Career Prospects
Entry Level Power Engineers work in a wide range of plant environments including power generation, chemical, petrochemical, pulp/paper/wood product, manufacturing, and food and beverage processing. They work in the utility plants of universities, hospitals, office buildings, and shopping malls, and at large-scale refrigeration and other industrial facilities.
Entry-level job functions can include operating product loading and storage systems; raw-water, demineralization and wastewater treatment systems; compressed gas and instrument-air systems; and cooling water systems. Job functions in smaller facilities will include greater and more varied systems responsibilities, but on smaller-capacity equipment.
Intakes
| Location |
Starting |
Type |
| Fort St John |
September |
Cohort |
Length
820 hours; approximately 29 weeks long.
Estimated Program Fees
Program fee type: Trades/Apprenticeship
Costs indicated are estimates for a full-time course load.
Book, instruments, supplies, uniforms/clothing and third-party fees are additional.
Domestic Fees
| |
Tuition |
Student Fees |
Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) |
Total |
| Year 1 |
$ 2,804.40 |
$ 154.76 |
$ 1,932.14 |
$ 4,891.30 |
International Fees
| |
Tuition |
Student Fees |
Instruction-related
Fees (includes GST) |
International
Medical Insurance |
Total |
| Year 1 |
$ 10,077.80 |
$ 154.76 |
$ 1,932.14 |
$ 828.00 |
$ 12,992.70 |
Admission Requirements
Complete either A, B, or C:
A. English, Math, and Science
English Requirement
One of the following:
- BC Language Arts 11 Courses - 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.
- BC Language Arts 12 Courses - 4 credits earned, minimum individual grade of C+, or equivalent.
- ENGL 040 or higher, with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent.
- IELTS score of 5.5 overall with no band less than 5.0 or equivalent English placement test and score.
Math Requirement
One of the following:
- BC Pre-Calculus 11 with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent
- BC Pre-Calculus 12 with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent
- MATH 040 or higher, with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent.
Science Requirement
One of the following:
- BC Physics 11 with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent.
- BC Physics 12 with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent.
- PHYS 040 or higher with a minimum final grade of C+, or equivalent.
C. Placement testing
Complete the Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT) with:
- Reading Comprehension: 12.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Number Operations: 12.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Problem Solving: 12.0 grade equivalent or higher
- Mechanical Reasoning: 51/70 (6th Stanine) or higher
And complete the Trades Math Assessment with:
Based on the results of the assessment(s), applicants may be required to participate in an assessment interview to determine admissibility. Interviews may be conducted virtually if necessary.
Post-Admission Requirements:
After being accepted into the program but before the end of the first day of classes, students will be required to provide proof of the following certifications*:
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
- Occupational First Aid - Level 1
- H2S Alive
- Common Safety Orientation (CSO)
* All certificates must be valid for the duration of the Program. Failure to provide proof may result in immediate dismissal from the program.
Important Notes
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The program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit Student Aid BC to apply for financial assistance online. Note that dual credit students are not eligible for Student Aid.
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Students must provide personal protective equipment (footwear having CSA safety-toe protection, cold weather PPE). Students are required to have a computer (laptop or other mobile device) with minimum computer requirements. NLC will provide students with a hardhat, hearing protection, safety glasses and fire retardant coveralls.
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The program is affiliated with Technical Safety BC and Pan Global.
Program Requirements
| Residency Requirement |
100% of each level must be completed at Northern Lights College or by approval of the Dean |
| Minimum Grade Requirements |
70% minimum in all courses and a passing grade in POPR 160 |
Credential
Certificate in 4th Class Power Engineering
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