Overview

During the Energy Systems Engineering Technology - Electrical (Optional Co-op) programme offered at Conestoga College you will study Power Systems, Low Carbon Energy Systems, and Smart Building Systems, covering topics such as Electrical Theory, Power Systems and Protection, Renewable Energy (PV (Solar), Wind, Energy Storage) Systems and Design, HVAC Systems, PLC programming, Instrumentation and Controls, AC/DC Motors and Controls, Conservation Methods, CAD and some 3D modeling, Thermodynamics, Computer Networking, Power Electronics, and Transformer Design.

We emphasize learning effective techniques for designing, installing, modifying, testing, maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting equipment. You will learn these design and analysis skills on our modern campus through in-class theory, hands-on labs, and a capstone project. These will lead you to careers in electrical design (utility, consultant, manufacturing), electrification, system operations (utility), building automation, field service, energy consultant, estimation, project management, and technical sales.

As a graduate, you will meet the academic requirements to become a Certified Engineering Technologist (C.E.T.) by OACETT. You will also have a pathway to the Bachelor of Engineering - Power Systems Engineering (PSE) programme.

The optional co-op stream includes four consecutive four-month work terms.

Careers

Graduates may find employment in fields such as, but not limited to, utility companies, power companies, architecture firms, engineering firms, energy consultants, and government agencies. Graduates may hold titles of, but not limited to, Engineering Technologist, Project Manager, Energy Advisor, Energy Manager. Some graduates use Energy Systems as a pathway to various Bachelor programmes or specialized professional credentials.
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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Applications

Drawing

Electrical Principles

Electrical Skills

Digital Electronics

Electrical Measurement

Mathematics (Electrical)

Programmable Logic Controllers I

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

90 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Blended

Campus Location

Cambridge, Canada

Disciplines

Electrical Engineering Electronics & Embedded Technology Energy Engineering View 27 other Bachelors in Energy Engineering in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or 19 years of age or older with mature student status (See Mature Student definition for details.)

Grade 12 compulsory English, C or U, or equivalent, OR Conestoga College Preparatory Communications (COMM1250)

Grade 12 Mathematics, C or U (MCT4C or MHF4U or MCV4U or MDM4U), or equivalent, or Conestoga College Preparatory Mathematics for Technology & Apprenticeship (MATH1385)

Minimum grade required for:

MCT4C 60%

MHF4U, MCV4U 55%

MDM4U 70%

MATH1385 60%
Applicants with MAP4C will not be considered for admission to this program. They may be considered after writing the Conestoga College Math Pre-Admissions test. Minimum grade cut-offs apply. Applicants with MAP4C may be given an alternate offer to the one-year Technology Foundations program which serves as a preparatory pathway into this program.

Technological requirements

All students entering this program must:

have a laptop computer that meets minimum specified requirements
own and maintain their laptop
bring their laptop on the first day of classes.

This program has established that a Windows-based PC is required. Mac or Apple products are not suitable for this program.

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Tuition Fees

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15026 CAD / year

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2696 CAD / year

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