Power and Process Operations

• Eight-month certificate
• Fall start

Program Description

Power and Process Operations prepares students for careers as process operators. Power and Process operators control machinery and processes in manufacturing and processing facilities. Once students have completed the program, they are eligible to write their fourth class Power Engineering Alberta Boiler Safety Association (ABSA) exam. The Power and Process Operations program focuses on: plant operations, process flow and mechanical drawing, lab maintenance, chemistry and corrosion, mathematics, and communication. The MacPhail School of Energy offers the benefit of small class sizes and hands-on training in state-of-the-art labs by industry-experienced and professionally trained instructors. The program is two 15-week semesters in length

Your Career

Power and Process operators are responsible for the daily and safe running of processing equipment at industrial plants. Graduates find work in process operations as plant, battery, process and field operators. Opportunities for employment exist in processing industries such as petrochemical, fertilizer, pulp and paper, natural gas processing, metallurgical, petroleum refining, utilities, manufacturing and production, and food and beverage production. Process operators have good hand-eye coordination, vision, hearing and manual dexterity, strong communication skills, and are able to work well with others in a team environment. Applicants should be physically agile, have good hearing, and be capable of lifting 45 kilograms. Students with serious colour vision defects or who suffer from claustrophobia or fear of heights may have trouble with certain aspects of instruction and may experience problems securing employment.

Admission Requirements

Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent, with the following admission requirements or equivalents:

• At least 50% in Math 30-2, or at least 60% in Applied Math 30, or at least 65% in Math 30-3, AND,
• At least 60% in English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2.
• All applicants to SAIT Polytechnic must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada. For more information, please see English Proficiency.
• View High School Course Equivalencies Admission Equivalencies by Province.

Selection

There are no additional selection requirements. Admission to this program will be offered on a first-qualified, first-accepted basis.

Student Success

A grade 12 equivalent is recommended to increase employment opportunities. Applicants should be physically agile, have good hearing, and be capable of lifting 45-kilogram chemical sacks. Students with serious colour vision defects or who suffer from claustrophobia or fear of heights may have trouble with certain aspects of instruction and may experience problems securing employment. Students with higher secondary or post-secondary marks usually experience greater success in SAIT programs.

Progression

Students must attain a PGPA and/or a CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete course requirements within the prescribed timelines.

Credentials

After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT certificate in Power and Process Operations.

Accreditation

This program is integrated with the Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA) Certification System. Graduates are eligible to write the new Alberta Boilers Branch Fourth-Class certification exam.

Graduates are eligible for membership in the following professional associations:

• Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA)

Tuition And Fees (Subject To Change)

• Please refer to the Tuition and Fee Table.

• International Students, please refer to International Student Fees.

• For student funding, please refer to Financial Assistance.

• Students are responsible for living and transportation costs and personal protective equipment while in industrial training at plant sites, some remote from Calgary.

• Additional fees of approximately $100 are required for courses such as H2S Alive and CPR, as well as living and traveling expenses associated with industrial training.

Books And Supplies (Subject To Change)

Books and supplies are approximately $900.

Program Outline

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• This program is being reviewed and could undergo changes.

For More Information

Information: 403.284.8451
Fax: 403.284.8262
Email: energy.info@sait.ca
Web: MacPhail School of Energy

Transfer with Certificate to…

Transfer options may be available at post-secondary institutions where credits from SAIT programs could be evaluated on an individual basis. Interested students should contact the post-secondary educational institute of their choice for more information.

To learn more, visit Transfer Options.

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