Mechanical Engineering Technology
Ontario College Advanced Diploma
6 Semesters / 3 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 Advanced Diploma
Program Duration
7 Semesters / 3 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
Supercharge your career opportunities as a graduate of our power technology program
Maximize your career opportunities with our curriculum accredited by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA). Train for operational and supervisory roles in our hands-on TSSA-registered power plant located right on campus. The only program of its kind in northern Ontario, Cambrian produces successful graduates who are in high demand within the industry.
This program prepares you to successfully challenge all the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) operating engineering exams up to and including the Second Class level of qualification. Advanced-level courses covering management and technical reports exceed the Standardized Power Engineers Examination Committee (SOPEEC) Second Class syllabus.
Program Highlights
Program highlights
- Accredited by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA)
- Hands-on training, including supervisory experience opportunities within Cambrian’s TSSA-registered power plant
- Opportunities for industrial work placements and fieldwork
- Students are eligible to challenge all TSSA exams up to and including Second Class certification as an operating engineer
- Advanced-level courses exceed the SOPEEC Second Class syllabus
- Common first and second year with Cambrian’s Power Engineering Technician program
Admissions
Admission requirements
For graduates of the new curriculum (OSSD): 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
- 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
- Semester 5: Fall 2027
- Semester 6: Winter 2028
- Semester 7: Fall 2028
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 2410 | Power Plant Simulation Operations | 3 |
| PEG 2310 | 3B1 – Applied Chemistry II | 2 |
| 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 | |
| Semester 5 | ||
| PEG 3541 | Power Plant Operations V 1 | 3 |
| TEC 3501 | Technical Report Research | 1 |
| PEG 3610 | 2A3 – Industrial Water Treatment 3 | 4 |
| PEG 3620 | 2A3 – Boilers & Auxiliaries III 3 | 4 |
| PEG 3625 | 2B1 – Prime Movers III 3 | 4 |
| PEG 3630 | 2B1 – Piping Systems & Mechanical Drawing 3 | 4 |
| Credits | 20 | |
| Semester 6 | ||
| PEG 3641 | Power Plant Operations VI 1 | 3 |
| TEC 3601 | Technical Report | 1 |
| PEG 3712 | 2B2 – Fuels Combus. & Envir. Protection 3 | 4 |
| PEG 3725 | 2B2 – Power Plant Systems & Controls 3 | 4 |
| PEG 3722 | 2B3 – Electrotechnology 3 | 4 |
| PEG 3715 | 2B3 – Refrigeration & Gas Compression 3 | 4 |
| Credits | 20 | |
| Semester 7 | ||
| PEG 1000 | 2A1 – Applied Mechanics 3 | 3 |
| PEG 3530 | 2A1 – Indust. Admin & Code Calculations 3 | 4 |
| PEG 3525 | 2A2 – Thermodynamics 3 | 4 |
| PEG 1001 | 2A2 – Metallurgy & Testing of Materials 3 | 2 |
| Credits | 13 | |
| Total Credits | 152 | |
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Course with lab component.
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For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
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Course delivery will vary based on your intake year.
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!
Bunge Canada – During this optional co-op, the students gained practical work experience in the areas of operational procedures, quality control and testing, good manufacturing practices (GMP), reporting, safety, personal appearance, cleanliness & housekeeping.
The area of responsibility included the boiler operation which involved:
- Water treatment
- Five water tube boilers
- Steam distribution systems and condensate collection systems
- The compressed air system which includes air compressors, air dryers, and receivers
- All fire protection systems including the main plant fire panels, north property fire panel, the diesel fire pump house
- All sprinkler standpipes as well as the emergency generator system.
In addition, this position is responsible for administering first aid for all personnel on-site.
Crown Property Management Inc. – This co-op offered students the opportunity to gain practical work experience with their operations team and were responsible for the safe, reliable operation of a high-pressure central steam plant in the summer under the direct supervision of one of our shift engineers. They also gained exposure and experience on a variety of HVAC and building systems in a fully automated campus of office towers, including a central chilled water plant.
Fieldwork and placement details – Students in the Power Engineering Technology program will have opportunities 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; or during the summer period between the end of year two and the start of year three.
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 pathways
Graduates of Cambrian’s Power Engineering Technician (PWTN) program (or graduates from an equivalent program) or the possession of a Third Class Certificate of Qualification in good standing with the TSSA may allow a candidate to enter directly into the third year of the Power Engineering Technology (PWTY) program.
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!
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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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