Power Engineering Technology

Breweries, refineries, thermal generating stations plus pulp and paper plants- these are just some of the major industries that rely on a Power Engineer to safely maintain their power plants. Your training in this field will prepare you for the technical demands and responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of a wide variety of systems: high pressure steam, refrigeration, natural gas and air compressor plants to name just a few.

• This program is a first step towards Journeyperson Certification in the Power Engineering trade. To work in this trade, certification is compulsory through Nova Scotia’s Department of Labour and Workforce Development. Graduates of this program are eligible for transfer credit upon registration in the Provincial Apprenticeship Program.


• This program is under review for national accreditation by Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists (CCTT) at the Engineering Technology level. Pending accreditation, graduates of this program may be eligible for membership with TechNova (Society of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologists of Nova Scotia). Graduates may be qualified to work anywhere in Canada and in several countries around the world.

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• High School Graduation Diploma, or equivalent, including: Academic Grade 12 Math; Academic Grade 11 Physics.

• You're expected to develop a portfolio of your work as part of this program of study. A portfolio is a powerful and convincing way to demonstrate your achievements to future employers over and above a standard résumé.


• The School of Trades and Technology has specific requirements for health and safety practices and procedures for all shops and labs. Students practice 5S+S quality system throughout the entire program and wear specified personal protective equipment when training in designated shops or labs.


• Students are required to maintain a work record book or journal.


• Co-operative Education (Co-op) / Work Experience Placement – This program is eligible for an optional Co-op credit course or two 5.5 week Work Experience Placements. Co-op provides an opportunity for paid employment between the first and second year of your program. Work Experience Placements are scheduled in the spring semester of both first and second year. Employers, as co-educators, provide learning opportunities beyond the bounds of the classroom giving you a well-rounded education enriched by practical application.