ENERGY SYSTEMS ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY
OVERVIEW
Graduates from our Energy Systems Engineering Technician and Technology (ESET) programs work in exciting new careers as Renewable Energy System Designers and Clean Energy System Project Managers and Installers. In addition, our graduates have expertise in building energy management and building energy systems, where they find rewarding employment as Energy Managers and Energy Auditors.
Our many successful graduates illustrate how every year, businesses, governments and consumers are becoming more concerned with the financial and environmental costs of energy usage. Our ESET graduates are filling the growing needs of this marketplace for capable people with the knowledge and skills to design and implement renewable energy systems as well as to audit energy use in commercial and residential buildings and make recommendations to reduce energy demand, emissions and cost.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Code1001
Start DateSeptember
CredentialOntario College Advanced Diploma
CampusKingston
Program Length3 Years
DeliveryFull-Time
Open for international students
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Our St. Lawrence College facilities include some of Canada’s most complete laboratories for students to learn how to size, design, and install solar photovoltaic, solar thermal and other sustainable energy systems, for both grid connected and off-grid applications. St. Lawrence College also has a 250kW grid connected rooftop solar array where we walk the talk on the value of renewable energy systems.
In addition to our regular program coursework, over the past few years, we have been able to leverage a variety of programs to provide work experience for students in Texas, Jamaica, and within our own College Sustainable Energy Applied Research Centre (SEARC). Many students have also gone on to Bachelor’s degree programs at a variety of Universities in Canada and abroad.
(To further research job categories in the ESET sector, search LinkedIn and use keywords, “renewable energy” and, “building energy auditing, efficiency”)
Please contact us with any questions or for a tour anytime. We would be proud to show you our Energy Systems training facilities.
Specialized laboratory facilities at the College are available for training in building automation systems, heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) equipment, and grid connected solar electric systems.
The College’s Sustainable Energy Applied Research Centre (SEARC) is a group of energy industry and faculty researchers. Closely linked to the Energy Systems Program, SEARC’s mission is to provide applied research services to small and medium-sized enterprises in the renewable energy industry within the Eastern Ontario region. SEARC provides select Energy Systems students with unique opportunities for part-time employment working on real world problems.
RESCo Energy Benefits from St. Lawrence College Grads
"As one of Canada’s largest Solar EPC’s, our design team is highly regarded for its ability to integrate solar into building energy systems. This expertise relies heavily on the graduates of St. Lawrence College and their unique ability to design at the application level. As both an engineering company and a licenced electrical contractor, we bring great value to the industry by designing for installation, and solving clients' aspirational challenges by bringing together the areas of theory and practicality. The St. Lawrence College grads seem particularly wired to accomplish just that.”
Fidel Reijerse
President
RESCo Energy Inc.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
2022-2023
Semester 1
Semester 2
Semester 3
Semester 4
Semester 5
Semester 6
REQUIREMENTS
Admission Requirements
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including the following prerequisites:
- Grade 12 English at the C or U level
- Grade 12 Math at the C or U level (or MCR3U); MCT4C Recommended.
For OSSD equivalency options, see Admission Requirements.
If you are missing prerequisite courses, enroll in the Career/College Prep program - free for Ontario residents who are 19 years or older.
PLACEMENT
Energy Systems Engineering Technology students have a one-month placement at the end of the third year. Students find their own placement. The faculty must approve. Some recent ESET placements include:
- Quantum Renewable Energy, Kingston
- Caneta Energy, Mississauga
- Utilities Kingston, Kingston
- Limestone Board of Education, Kingston
- McKinnon Breweries, Bath
- City of Kingston, Kingston
- J.L. Richards Engineering, Ottawa
- Lightenco, Ottawa
- Red Squirrel Conservation Services, Kingston
- Kingston General Hospital, Kingston
Student Placement Facilitator (SPF) Support
Confirmation of placement
Complete SLC placement Requirements
- 6 training modules
- Student Declaration/Oath of Confidentiality
- Student COVID-19 Waiver
Student Placement Facilitator will notify the student of Agency-specific requirements e.g.:
- Immunizations (hospital/LTC)
- CPIC - VULNERABLE SECTOR if required by site
Questions:
Website: www.placementatslc.ca
FEES
2022-2023
Canadian Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$2,721.36
$30.00
$1,452.52
$4,203.88
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
International Students
Tuition
Program Fees
Ancillary Fees
Total
CAD
$15,500.00
$30.00
$2,143.85
$17,673.85
Fees are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters.
