Online 4th Class Power Engineering
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Weiwei Li
Energy Academic Advisor
weiwei.li@lakelandcollege.ca
780 871 5498
Go online to earn your 4th class power engineering certification.
Our online program is offered in two 16-week parts (A & B). Both parts are self-study and offered in the fall and winter each year. When you're done, you will be prepared to write ABSA's provincial exams.
960 hours (6 months) of steam time is also required and can be completed on your own or enrol in EN 131, a self-directed practicum course, and receive a Lakeland College Certificate in addition to provincial certification.
Lakeland advantages:
- Our program is accredited by the Alberta government and recognized by the Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA)
- Lakeland offers an on-campus steam lab for certifying time.
- If you need a math and physics refresher, first take our online pre-engineering & applied mechanics course.
- After completing your first year, you have a direct path into your 2nd year of courses at Lakeland.
- Direct entry to year two of the Process and Power Engineering program is determind by seat availability. Apply early as seats are limited.
- Instructor supported & eligible for student loans.
Requirements
More program details
Optional steam time
You may choose either EN 131 or QTRA 231 to complete your ABSA steam time requirements.
- EN 131 - $500
- QTRA 231 - a 5-week summer steam course
Refund policy
Once registration for an online course has been activated, there are no refunds.
To earn Lakeland's 4th class power engineering certificate you must take all 3 courses: EN 128, 129 and EN 131 OR QTRA 231.
- A pass mark in EN 128 and EN 129 are required to write the ABSA provincial exams.
- 65% is the passing mark for each course. This is also the Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA) passing grade.
- Provincial exams will be booked on your own.
Steam Time
ABSA requires 960 hours/6 months of steam time at a properly rated facility to complete your 4th class certificate of competency. Your options for completing steam time are:
- Find a placement on your own and enrol in EN 131. This practicum course enriches and guides your experience, allowing you to get the most out of your experience.
- Complete our 5-week steam lab (QTRA 231) to get all the hours you need.
Completion of EN 131 or the steam lab will also allow you to receive a 4th class power engineering certificate from Lakeland College.
If you have questions about the steam time practicum or anything else about the program, please contact Weiwei Li:
- call direct in Lloydminster at 780 871 5498
- call toll-free at 1 800 661 6490 ext. 5498
- email weiwei.li@lakelandcollege.ca
The academic schedule found below includes refund information, deadlines, events and holidays. Most programs follow the same schedule, but any variations can be found here.
- There are two intake dates every academic year - one in August and one in January.
- You must apply and be accepted before you can register for courses.
- Once accepted, you can expect an email from the academic advisor beginning 1 week before registration opens. It will include instructions on how to self-register to enrol and pay tuition using the Lumens platform.
- You may enrol in Part A or Part B at either time.
- Each course is 16-weeks long.
- To complete the certificate you need to complete 6 months (960 hours) of steam time.
This can be done through:
- EN 131 - a self-directed practicum course
- QTRA 231 - our 5-week steam lab
You may also complete the requred steam time on your own. Talk to the energy academic advisor to discuss your options.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2024 - Aug 14, 2025 | Applications open and close |
| Jul 2 - Aug 21, 2025 | Course registration opens and closes. Fees due in full at registration. |
| Aug 25, 2025 | Registration and orientation First day of classes. No refund after start date. |
| Sep 30, 2025 | National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, college closed |
| Oct 13, 2025 | Thanksgiving, college closed |
| Nov 3, 2025 | Last day to withdraw with W grade |
| Nov 11, 2025 | Remembrance Day, college closed |
| Dec 12, 2025 | Last day of classes |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 7, 2025 - Jan 5, 2026 | Applications open and close |
| Nov 3, 2025 - Jan 8, 2026 | Course registration opens and closes. Fees due in full at registration. |
| Jan 12, 2026 | Registration and orientation First day of classes. No refund after start date. |
| Mar 19, 2026 | Last day to withdraw with W grade |
| Apr 3-6, 2026 | Easter break, college closed |
| May 1, 2026 | Last day of classes |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2025 - Aug 17, 2026 | Applications open and close |
| Jul 2 - Aug 20, 2026 | Course registration opens and closes. Fees due in full at registration. |
| Aug 24, 2026 | Registration and orientation First day of classes. No refund after start date. |
| Sep 30, 2026 | National Day for Truth & Reconciliation, college closed |
| Oct 13, 2026 | Thanksgiving, college closed |
| Oct 20, 2026 | Last day to withdraw with W grade |
| Nov 11, 2026 | Remembrance Day, college closed |
| Dec 11, 2026 | Last day of classes |
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 6, 2026 - Jan 5, 2027 | Applications open and close |
| Nov 2, 2026 - Jan 7, 2027 | Course registration opens and closes. Fees due in full at registration. |
| Jan 11, 2027 | Registration and orientation First day of classes. No refund after start date. |
| Feb 15, 2027 | Family day, college closed |
| Mar 17, 2027 | Last day to withdraw with W grade |
| Apr 3-6, 2027 | Easter break, college closed |
| Apr 30, 2027 | Last day of classes |
You will require a variety of books and supplies for your program.
Details on textbooks and supplies will be published and provided to you as soon as the information is available.
If you have questions regarding books and supplies, please contact:
Weiwei Li, Academic Advisor
- weiwei.li@lakelandcollege.ca
- 780 871 5498
Lakeland options
If plan to go on to higher classifications at Lakeland, there are a couple options available.
- Process and Power Engineering diploma (PPE). If you are interested in attending face-to-face on campus, you will need to apply to the Process and Power Engineering diploma program. Review the direct entry into 2nd year requirements tab on the PPE page and our direct entry to 3rd class page.
- 3rd class power engineering online – take the training online through continuing education.
Lakeland offers lots of energy-related professional development and continuing education programs. Check our professional energy training page for additional options.
