WIND TURBINE TECHNICIAN

OVERVIEW

The Wind Turbine Technician program will provide students with in depth knowledge and hands-on experience of the electrical and mechanical aspects as they relate to wind turbines. You will also learn fiberglass repair techniques as they relate to wind turbines. You will receive safety training for working at heights and in confined spaces. In order to complete this program, you must have no fear of heights and you must be physically fit.

Students who are interested in the electrical field and who successfully complete the program may be exempt from the in-school portion of the industrial electrician and construction and maintenance electrician apprenticeship certification.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Code1046

Start DateSeptember

CredentialOntario College Diploma

CampusKingston

Program Length2 Years

DeliveryFull-Time

Open for international students

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Unique Learning Opportunities

With growing demand for sustainability on Earth, the wind turbine technician is essential in achieving that sustainability. For over 10 years St. Lawrence College has provided this green energy program, and in those 10 years, it has evolved into a robust and career hungry program.

Electrical theory and practical skills that provide you additional electrical pathways.

A growing electro-mechanical industry that aligns with the wind turbine curriculum.

Industry partners are always interested in meeting students either on campus or at wind farm facilities. The program offers multiple field trips to wind farms and/or similar industry workplaces.

PROGRAM OUTLINE

2022-2023

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4

REQUIREMENTS

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with the majority of Grade 11 and 12 courses at the C, U or M level including the following prerequisites:

  • Grade 12 English at the C or U level
  • Grade 12 Math at the C or U (or MCR3U or MCF3M); 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.

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.