3rd Class Power Engineering Certificate
Take the next step in your power engineering career with online 3rd Class training.
Most refineries, upgraders and plants that have more than 15,000 kW steam generation require 3rd class power engineers to operate their equipment.
To find out more about 3rd class certification in Alberta or Saskatchewan, check with the provincial organizations:
Lakeland advantages:
- Cut your training time in half to 6 months instead of 12 months by taking all 4 sections of Lakeland’s online program.
- By choosing online, you can earn while you learn.
- Your online instructor is available for extra help.
About the online 3rd class program
- This program has 4 course sections that are related to the same ABSA exams.
- Each course requires a proctor for the midterm and final exam. Instructions about proctors will be provided after you apply.
- Required books and codes are listed with registration information. Go to the PanGlobal website for a list of books and reference materials.
- Start dates are available monthly from September to May.
Apply, then register
Register for the four courses on our new registration platform.
Even if you only need to take one or more of the courses, you will still need to provide a copy of your valid 4th class power engineering certificate.
Please email energyconed@lakelandcollege.ca with one of these subject lines:
- Applying to 3rd class power engineering
- Proof of 4th class power engineering certification for 3rd class courses
QNRG 211 Part A Section 1 |
Course topics: algebraic operations • logarithms and problem solving • trigonometry • mensuration • forces and friction • work, power, energy & linear & angular motion • strength of materials, bending of beams • simple machines: pressure, density, flow heat, state change, calorimetry • thermal expansion and heat transfer • steam properties and calculations • gas laws and calculations • chemistry fundamentals • metallurgy and materials • corrosion principles • industrial drawings Course length: 6 months |
QNRG 212 Part A Section 2 |
Course topics: legislation and codes for power engineers • code calculations - ASME section I • fuels, combustion, flue gas analysis • piping design, connections, support • steam traps, water hammer, insulation valves and actuators • electrical theory and DC machines • AC theory and machines • AC systems, switchgear, safety • electrical calculations • control loops and strategies • instrument & control devices • distributed and logic control • safety management programs• fire protection systems. Course length: 6 months |
QNRG 213 Part B Section 1 |
Course topics: boiler classification • boiler construction • boiler heat transfer components • high pressure boiler fittings • fuel, draft, and flue gas systems • boiler operation and maintenance • boiler control systems • feedwater systems • pumps, welding procedures and inspection • pressure vessels. Course length: 6 months |
QNRG 214 Part B Section 2 |
Course topics: prime movers • gas turbines • internal combustion engines • cogeneration • compressors • refrigeration • codes • special industrial equipment • wastewater treatment • plant maintenance and administration Course length: 6 months |
Register for 3rd class courses
Online requirements |
Online learning has advantages, especially if you are "learning while earning" or are simply too far away to commute to training. What Lakeland College expects of youIf you are thinking about online learning with Lakeland College, here's what we expect from you. To:
Most Lakeland College online courses will use Lakeland's learning management system, Desire2Learn or Microsoft Teams. You aren't limited to a particular type of computer or smart device. But, you do have to have particular browsers and other software. Most web platforms require:
If you aren't sure what any of those requirements are, do a quick systems check on the D2L page. It will tell you if your computer is set up properly. |