Diploma in Power Engineering Technology

Power Engineering Technology at Nova Scotia Community College is a two-year diploma program that prepares students to take responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of plant and building systems. Field experience is a mandatory credit course, giving students the chance to apply their knowledge and skills outside the classroom, and the program is eligible for a cooperative education placement between year one and two, offering paid full-time employment of at least 12 weeks and 420 hours. Admission requires a high school diploma or equivalent, including Academic Grade 12 Math and Academic Grade 11 Physics; applicants holding Power Engineer 4th Class certification are eligible for advanced standing, and those without the required academic credits can complete Academic and Career Connections courses first. International applicants face country-specific diploma equivalency and English proficiency requirements. The program suits students seeking technical training toward careers operating and maintaining industrial power and building systems.