Third Class Power Engineering-Theory Only

Location
Estevan Campus
Date
Program Dates: September 14, 2026 – December 18, 2026
Length of Program
14 weeks
Tuition & Mandatory Fees
Approx. Tuition and fees: $3309
Approx. Books: $2500
* Tuition fees, books and materials costs are estimated based on 2025-2026 and are subject to change without notice.

 

Program Overview

The second phase of the Power Engineering Technician program will give you practical training in high- and low-pressure boiler operations, water treatment systems, pump operations, controls and instrumentation, air conditioning and refrigeration, checking and maintaining equipment, using computers to monitor plant operations, plant safety, environmental management and communications.

Although power engineering isn’t classified as a trade, it is government-regulated and certified by the province where you live and work. It is divided into four levels of skills and training (First Class is the highest). A combination of work experience and course completion followed by rigorous interprovincial examinations allows an engineer to progress from one class to another.

You will cover the theory required to prepare you for Third Class interprovincial exams during the duration of this program (Exams Part A, Paper 1 & 2, Part B, Paper 1 & 2).

Courses

 

Courses
ELEC-291     Basic Electricity 2
ENGP-284    Applied Mechanics (Third Class)
ENGP-286    Codes and Calculations 1
ENGP-296   Chemistry, Metallurgy and Drawings
ENGP-297   Combustion, Piping and Plant Management
INST-280     Controls and Instrumentation
MATH-390   Technical Mathematics for Engineering Calculations
THER-281    Thermodynamics (3rd Class)
ENGP- 280   Refrigeration (3rd Class)
ENGP-290   Pumps and Compressors
ENGP-292   Prime Movers and Plant Auxillaries
STEA – 286 Steam Generation 3rd and 2nd
WTER – 280 Water Treatment 3rd and 2nd

Your Career

Graduates are prepared to work as power engineer technicians or process operators in a variety of industrial and heating plants. These include utility (power) plants, refineries, hospitals, pulp and paper mills, breweries, mines, gas processing plants, heavy oil upgraders, fertilizer plants or chemical plants

Admission Requirements:

Southeast College continues to offer many of its programs in a blended delivery format (a complimentary mix of both virtual and in – class instruction). Students will need to have access to a computer and internet.  Please contact us at 1-866-999-7372 for more information.

Personal Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Students are required to purchase/have

  • safety glasses,
  • safety footwear (steel shank and toe, green triangle CSA stamp), and
  • safety gloves.

Indigenous Equity Seats

Starting in the 2025-2026 academic year intake, designated seats will be available in many of the College’s full-time programs for students of Canadian Indigenous ancestry. This initiative aims to support Indigenous students in their educational pursuits and ensure they have the opportunity to succeed in their chosen fields. Applicants in designated groups need to meet program admission requirements. Apply early for your best opportunity to qualify for an equity seat, as they are limited in number. The College will release any unfilled seats starting on April 30th .

How to Contact a Southeast College Student Advisor

Students who require additional assistance or require more information are encouraged to make an appointment with their closest available Student Services Advisor. Appointments can be made online at: www.southeastcollege.org/students/student-advisor-online-booking/ or by calling toll – free 1-866-999-7372. Funding options are available for qualified students.  Please enquire with a Southeast College Student Advisor for more information.

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