You will receive training in boiler operations, air conditioning, heating, refrigeration and water treatment systems through classroom training, two three-week lab requirements in Saskatoon and one 60-hour work placement.
Entrance Requirements
- Grade 12 with Foundations of Math 30 or Pre-Calculus 30. Previous Saskatchewan Math 30B is also accepted
- Minimum overall average of 65%
- English language requirement
- Chemistry and physics are strongly recommended
Please note that if you do not meet these entrance requirements, special admissions options may be available.
Swift Current
This program runs September to April.
Semester 1
• COMP 172 - Introduction to Microsoft Word and Excel
• ELEC 188 - Basic Electricity 1
• ENGP 179 - Applied Mechanics 1
• ENGP 180 - Power Lab 1
• ENGP 181 - Plant Maintenance 1
• ENGP 190 - Boiler & Boiler Systems
• INST 182 - Instrumentation
• MATH 299 - Intermediate Algebra and Basic Trigonometry
• SFTY 172 - Safety, Legislation and Codes
• TCOM 105 - Communications for Technicians
• THER 185 - Thermodynamics (4th Class)
Semester 2
•CLTR 200 - Culture and Diversity
• ENGP 178 - Heating Systems
• ENGP 183 - Prime Movers
• ENGP 186 - Pumps, Compressors and Lubrication
• ENGP 187 - Power Lab 2
• ENGP 188 - Plant Operation & Maintenance
• ENGP 191 - Boiler Controls and Safety Devices
• PROP 198 - Plant and Process Operations
• RFRG 183 - Air Conditioning
• RFRG 195 - Refrigeration (4th Class)
• WTER 182 - Water Treatment (4th Class)
• WORK 185 - Work Experience 1
What You Will Learn
You will study Fourth Class interprovincial standardized material as preparation to challenge the interprovincial Fourth Class examinations, and write the provincial exam to obtain the Refrigeration Engineers Certificate required to operate larger refrigeration plants in Saskatchewan. As a graduate of this full-time program you may go straight into the workforce or enrol in Third Class Power Engineering after receiving your certificate.
Career Opportunities
Power engineers operate and maintain reactors, turbines, boilers, generators, stationary engines and auxiliary equipment to generate electrical power and to provide heat, light, refrigeration and other utility services for commercial, industrial and institutional buildings and other work sites.
They are employed by power generation plants, electrical power utilities, heavy oil upgraders and gas processing plants, manufacturing plants, mines, hospitals, universities and government and commercial establishments.
To learn more about power engineering and careers paths, visit PanGlobal.
Earning Potential
In 2022, the wage estimates for power engineers or process operators in Saskatchewan was $27.07-$59.00 per hour, according to the Saskatchewan Ministry of Immigration and Career Training. Employees may earn more or less depending on their employer, location, size of company, level of training, experience and hours worked.
Scholarship Eligible
Apply as a full-time student before April 30 and you will be automatically considered for a $500–$5,000 Entrance Scholarship.
More Information About Scholarships
Find Out More
To find out more about the Power Engineering Fourth Class program, book an appointment with a student adviser today.
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Swift Current: (306) 773-1531
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