Power Engineering 4th Class
| Type | Full Time |
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| Length | 1 year |
| Campus | Prince George Quesnel |
| Delivery | In Class |
| Fees* |
Estimated at $6,267
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*All fees are an estimate. |
| Starting Semesters | Fall 2027 Fall 2026 |
Overview
Earn a fulfilling career as a power engineer with this 4th class Certificate! Class four provides you with the practical and technical training to operate and maintain power plants.
The 4th Class Power Engineering program includes 200 hours of supervised firing time, as required by the BC Safety Authority.
Careers
As a fourth-class power engineer, you will have employment opportunities in a number of work environments including:
- Power generation plants
- Sawmills
- Pulp Mills
- Hospitals
- Refineries
- Refrigeration Plants
- Breweries
- Hockey Arenas
Governing bodies
Courses
Typical Offerings
| Timing | Fall Only, Every Year |
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| Locations | Prince George, Quesnel |
Description
This program provides practical and technical training for a career in power plant operation and maintenance. Fourth class power engineers work in sawmills, hospitals, refineries, pulp mills, refrigeration plants, breweries, public buildings, and more. After completing the program, you'll be qualified to write the Technical Safety BC's fourth class power engineer's exam.Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Fall 2027 Intake and Onwards
For applications to the Fall 2027 intake (September start), you must meet the following requirements:
- The following courses or their equivalents, with a minimum grade of 50%:
- English Language Arts 11 or ENGL 045 or equivalent
- Workplace Math 11 or Math 044 or equivalent
Note: WorkSafe BC regulations apply to all Trades programs; students are expected to adhere to these regulations. While in the shop, all students must wear and use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for the area in which they are working and follow the safe work procedure which applies to the task. This may include, but is not limited to CSA certified safety footwear, safety glasses, hearing protection, and any other PPE dictated by common sense and/or WorkSafe BC regulations. Students must be aware they are working in an industrial setting with potential hazards and remain aware of their surroundings at all times. If a safety concern is identified, you must report this to your instructor immediately.
Need help meeting these requirements? Check out our options.
Limited Admission
If there is room in the program, you will be accepted once you have met all the admission requirements. This is called "first qualified, first accepted". If you qualify after the program is full, you will be put on a waitlist.
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Invest in your future
The estimated cost for this program is $6,267.- Tuition: $5,388
- Student fees: $619
- Medical/Dental Fee (Fall semester only): $260
These costs are an estimate. Costs may change without notice. Student fees vary by campus. Does not include books. Check the for more details.
Books for this program can be purchased from the bookstore.
Paying for college
We're here to help. You can apply for scholarships and bursaries through CNC. We can also help you find loans and other funding.
Salaries and employment
Looking for a job? Check the student employment opportunities or trades training job board.
