Energy Systems Engineering Technician

Program Overview

The Energy Systems Engineering Technician program at St. Lawrence College equips graduates to design and implement renewable energy systems and audit energy usage in buildings. Through hands-on training and industry partnerships, students prepare for careers as Renewable Energy System Designers, Energy Managers, and Energy Auditors. The program emphasizes practical application of theoretical knowledge and provides a strong foundation for success in the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• The Energy Systems Engineering Technician (ESET) program equips graduates to design and implement renewable energy systems and audit energy usage in commercial and residential buildings.
• The program prepares students for fulfilling careers as: Renewable Energy System Designers and Clean Energy System Project Managers and Installers, Energy Managers, and Energy Auditors.
• The program emphasizes hands-on training in labs featuring Canada's most complete learning environment for renewable energy technologies.
• St. Lawrence College has a dedicated Sustainable Energy Applied Research Centre (SEARC) for students to gain real-world research experience with industry partners.

Outline:

• Semester 1:
Technical Communications, Technical Math, Electrical Fundamentals 1, Code and Drawing, Installation Methods, Renewable Energy, Data Literacy and Communications
• Semester 2:
Electrical Fundamentals 2, Code, Prints, & AutoCAD, Electromechanical Systems, Instrumentation, Electronics, Workplace Practices, Wind Power in Canada, General Education Course
• Semester 3:
3D Computer Aided Design, Photovoltaics (Solar) Design, Building Energy Efficiency 1, Building Energy Systems 1, Technical Mathematics, Power Control Electronics
• Semester 4:
Electrical Power Distribution and Devices, Energy Systems Control, Renewable Energy 2, Energy and Climate Change Policy & Programs, Building Energy Efficiency 2, Building Energy Systems 2

Assessment:

• The program utilizes continuous assessment through practical labs, assignments, presentations, projects, and final exams.
• Individual modules include evaluations based on student performance in lab activities, project reports, technical communication skills, presentations, and quizzes.

Teaching:

• St. Lawrence College uses a combination of theoretical lectures, practical laboratory experiences, hands-on projects, and field trips to deliver the curriculum.
• The faculty includes experienced professionals with industry expertise in various renewable energy and building energy efficiency fields.
• The College focuses on promoting a practical approach to learning, emphasizing the application of theoretical knowledge in real-world scenarios.

Careers:

• Energy Auditing/Efficiency – Residential & Commercial:
Performing energy audits and implementing energy-saving solutions in homes and businesses.
• High-Performance New Construction – Energy Analysis:
Analyzing building designs for energy efficiency and optimizing performance using simulation software.
• Energy Manager:
Managing energy consumption for organizations, implementing efficiency strategies, and overseeing sustainable energy initiatives.

Other:

• The program boasts a strong alumni network of successful ESET graduates working in diverse roles within the renewable energy and energy efficiency sectors.
• Students gain valuable industry exposure through guest lectures, participation in industry conferences, and site visits to leading energy technology companies.