Power Engineering Technology provides knowledge and skill development in the operation of a power (steam) plant or industrial processes. During the course of this SIAST certificate program you will study Fourth Class interprovincial standardized material as preparation to challenge the interprovincial Fourth Class examinations. Students will also acquire boiler firing time in a power lab and by participating in industry work experiences. First Aid/CPR, WHMIS, TDG & Confined Space will be included in this program. Graduates are eligible to challenge the provincial exam to obtain the Refrigeration Engineers Certificate required to operate larger refrigeration plants in Saskatchewan. Graduates may enrol in Year 2 of the Power Engineering Technology program (based on seat availability).

Career Opportunities Graduates are prepared to work as power engineers 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.