Electromechanical Engineering Technician – Mechatronics
Ontario College Diploma
4 Semesters / 2 Years
School of Engineering Technology
Key Details
Program Start Dates
September 2025
Please visit Ontario College Application Service to learn more about start dates.
Credential
Ontario College Diploma
Program Duration
4 Semesters / 2 YearsProgram Contacts
Gregory Rickard
Program Coordinator / Professor
gregory.rickard@cambriancollege.ca
Spencer Julien
Program Coordinator / Professor
spencer.julien@cambriancollege.ca
International Admissions
mailboxadmissions@cambriancollege.ca
Program Overview
Our TSSA-registered power plant is your classroom
Train for an in-demand career as a power engineering technician with a curriculum endorsed by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA), and a power plant right on campus. You’ll gain theoretical concepts in the classroom reinforced with practical experience in the Power Engineering Training Facility, where you will learn to operate and maintain working equipment safely and efficiently.
Courses taught will prepare you to challenge the TSSA examinations required for the Fourth and Third Class levels of certification as an Operating Engineer.
Program Highlights
Program highlights
- Capped enrolment
- Accredited by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)
- Hands-on training in our on-campus TSSA-registered power plant
- Opportunities for industrial work placements
- Students are eligible to challenge the TSSA exams at the Fourth and Third Class Operating Engineer certification levels
Admissions
Admission requirements
For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:
- Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
- Any grade 12 mathematics (C) or (U) (MCT4C is highly recommended)
International Student Admissions
Are you an international student? Learn more about additional requirements.
Learn moreAdditional admission requirements
Recommendations
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Any grade 11 (U) or 12 (U) or (C) chemistry or physics
Grade 12 technological design or manufacturing technology course (C) or (U)
Academic Upgrading
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Program delivery
Program delivery
2025-2026
Fall term start
- Semester 1: Fall 2025
- Semester 2: Winter 2026
- Semester 3: Fall 2026
- Semester 4: Winter 2027
Program of Study
Program of study for 2025-26 Academic Year
Students are required to successfully complete an online Lab Safety course (in Moodle) when starting their program at Cambrian. This course must be completed prior to entering the labs (as identified in the table below) in the Schools of Skills Training, Engineering Technology and Environmental Studies.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| PEG 1108 | Power Plant Operation I 1 | 11 |
| PEG 1225 | Electricity & Control Systems I | 3 |
| PEG 1115 | Applied Science | 3 |
| PEG 1007 | Boilers & Auxiliaries I | 4 |
| PEG 1126 | Safety & Administration I | 2 |
| ENG 1002 | College Communications | 3 |
| Credits | 26 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| PEG 1220 | Heating, Refrig./Gas Compression I | 3 |
| PEG 1231 | Power Plant Operations II 1 | 11 |
| PEG 1261 | Building Systems | 3 |
| PEG 1008 | Prime Movers I | 4 |
| PEG 1215 | Applied Chemistry I | 2 |
| One General Education course. 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 26 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| ENG 1754 | Technical Communication | 3 |
| PEG 2330 | Power Plant Operation III 1 | 4 |
| PEG 2325 | 3A1 – Math, Physics & Thermodynamics | 4 |
| PEG 2420 | 3A2 – Electricity & Control Systems II | 4 |
| PEG 2430 | 3A2- Safety & Administration II | 4 |
| One General Education course. 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| PEG 2442 | Power Plant Operation IV 1 | 4 |
| PEG 2310 | 3B1 – Applied Chemistry II | 2 |
| PEG 2410 | Power Plant Simulation Operations | 3 |
| PEG 2321 | 3B1 – Boilers and Auxiliaries II | 3 |
| PEG 2315 | 3B2 – Heating, Refrig. & Gas Comp. II | 4 |
| PEG 2426 | 3B2 – Prime Movers II | 3 |
| PEG 1006 | Nuclear and Alternate Energy | 3 |
| One General Education course. 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 25 | |
| Total Credits | 99 | |
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Course with Lab Component
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
For students who wish to continue their education in Power Engineering Technology; an additional 1-credit course "Field Placement II" is necessary between second and third year. Placement officers will provide assistance in obtaining placement opportunities for these students.
Fees
Tuition Cost
Important Notice
Fees presented are estimates based on projections for future academic year(s) of study. Actual fees charged may differ from what is published here. A full detailed listing of all fees is available in myCambrian and updated annually no later than May 1 for the following academic year. Students in Academic Upgrading are responsible for any fees listed on their invoice each term.
Tuition and ancillary fees
Please see our fees page for the breakdown of tuition and mandatory ancillary fees by program and semester for both domestic and international students.
Books and supplies
Books and supplies may be required at the course level over and above what is estimated above. Please consult your professor/instructor for further information.
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Work-integrated learning (WIL)
Take your education beyond the classroom!
Cambrian programs blend academic learning, hands-on training, and community involvement opportunities to help you achieve your ultimate goal – your dream career. You’ll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios within and outside of the classroom through work-integrated learning. Whether it be a capstone project, co-op, practicum, preceptorship component, or placement, you’ll benefit from a practical, job-related experience before you graduate.
Learn more about previous opportunities in this program and more!
Bruyère Continuing Care (St. Vincent Hospital) – This optional co-op offered students the opportunity to gain practical work experience and to earn their Qualifying Experience Time (QET). The students assisted the operators and maintenance personnel in all aspects of running the plant and hospital.
National Research Council (NRC) Heating and Cogeneration Plant – Power Engineering students (3rd or 4th Class) gained practical, and relevant work experience during this placement where they also got an opportunity to work towards their 4th and 3rd Class certification.
Fieldwork and placement details – You will have the opportunity to gather further qualifying time during industrial work placements. These placements are traditionally obtained over the summer period between the end of year one and the start of year two.
Field of Study
School of Engineering Technology
Imagine a career in a cutting-edge laboratory or inside a mine 5,000 feet below the ground or on-site constructing a skyscraper. At Cambrian, learning isn’t confined to textbooks. From chemical and civil engineering to mechatronics, mechanical, and more, at our School of Engineering Technology, you’ll gain the skills you need to bring a wide range of engineering theories to life.
Specific program pathway
Furthering your studies
If you are a student who has successfully completed the Power Engineering Technician program, you may enter directly into the Power Engineering Technology program. This will be helpful if you are considering further education and higher certification levels in power engineering.
Graduates of Cambrian’s Power Engineering Techniques (PETQ) program or its equivalent who also possess a Fourth Class Certificate of Qualification – in good standing with the TSSA – may apply to enter directly into semester three of the Power Engineering Technician (PWTN) or Power Engineering Technology (PWTY) program. This is a competitive process.
College or university degree opportunities
If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian’s college and university agreement details for further information.
Career Outcomes
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Minimum technology requirements
Success in this program requires that you come equipped with some program-specific technology requirements.
Minimum technology requirements
- Regular access to a computer with a reliable Internet connection
- Webcam and headset
- Personal computer
- Windows 8, 8.1, or 10 operating system
- Web browser: Firefox, Chrome, Internet Explorer 10 or higher
- Apple Mac
- OS X operating system
- Web browser: Firefox or Safari
You’ll be accessing industry-standard software as part of your program. Your program coordinator and IT will set you up with access on your computer or within our campus labs. If you have any questions about these technology requirements, please email info@cambriancollege.ca or call (705) 566-8101, ext. 7303.
System requirements for assistive technology
To access the widest range of assistive technology (AT), a Windows-based computer is recommended.
- Recommended OS: Windows 10 or newer
- Recommended CPU: Intel or AMD multicore processor
- Recommended RAM: 8 GB
- Recommended storage for assistive technology: 8 GB of available hard drive of solid state drive space (please note this is not the total drive size and refers specifically to available space needed for assistive technology)
- Recommended audio: Speakers or headphones for text-to-speech and microphone for speech input
While Apple computers can provide many AT options, some specialized software may not be available/compatible with this platform. Please consult with the Glenn Crombie Centre for further details.
Bring your own device (BYOD)
Cambrian College has implemented a BYOD principle to both enrich the student learning experience in and out of the classroom and to ensure flexibility!
Ready to take the first step?
Start gaining the highest level of skills at Cambrian now – and you’ll be ready to take advantage of the many career opportunities waiting for you just around the corner. The future is yours!
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