MHC faculty demonstrates welding technique.

School of Trades & Technology

Power Engineering Technology

Power engineering is a challenging field of study that supports the supervision, operation and maintenance of machinery and systems.

From boilers and turbines to generators and pressure vessels, power engineers are responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the equipment and related controls that provide power, heat, refrigeration and other utility services to industrial and commercial facilities.

If you enjoy controlling and operating manual and automated systems, analyzing information and solving problems, and having clear rules and organized methods for your work, power engineering may be a good fit for you. People drawn to this field tend to have a mechanical and electrical aptitude, good eye-hand co-ordination and an ability to work well with others in a team environment.

With MHC’s modern, state-of-the-art lab with an actual plant environment and small class sizes, you’ll gain ample operating time and relevant industry experience.

Upon completion of our two-year diploma program, graduates achieve second class level and are able to write the first part of their second class exams.

High School

ELA 20-1 or ELA 20-2 (min 60%)
Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 (min 60%)
Physics 20 (min 60%)

Mature Student

ELA 20-1 or ELA 20-2 (min 60%)
Math 30-1 or Math 30-2 (min 60%)
Physics 20 (min 60%)

Even though a high school diploma is not required for program admission, some employers may require it.

First Year

Block 1 (September - November)

PLAB 116 - First Lab
PLAC 111* - Work Practicum
POWE 161 - Introductory Mechanics & Thermodynamics, Legislation and Safety
POWE 162 - Introductory Electricity and Instrumentation, Materials, Welding and Safety
POWE 163 - Introduction to Boilers, Environment, Communication

*You are responsible for the cost of obtaining safety certification in Standard First Aid with CPR, H2S Alive, and Confined Space Entry before being eligible for PLAC 111 (Work Practicum). Copies of these safety certificates must be on file with the PLAC 111 instructor by the date stated in the course outline.

Block 2 (December - February)

PLAB 117 - Second Lab
POWE 166 - Lubrication, Pumps, Compressor, Boiler Safety and Operation
POWE 167 - Maintenance, Water Treatment, Prime Movers/Engines and Auxiliary Building Systems
POWE 168 - Refrigeration & Air Conditioning and Types of Plants

Block 3 (February - May)