The Energy Systems Engineering Technology program at Centennial College will focus on society's changing views of energy and the environment, which are transforming the utility and construction sectors. This advanced diploma program will present the students with the opportunity to learn how to integrate and use modern sustainable energy technologies in a manner consistent with sub-urban environments.

The courses in this program will teach the students the fundamental skills to understand energy and its uses in modern society. This includes hands-on practice that mimics real-world scenarios. While this applied science program is challenging, it will result in a unique blend of technical, managerial and entrepreneurial skills that modern energy and sustainable building companies are seeking.

Companies Offering Jobs

• Toronto Hydro
• Ontario Power Generation
• Clear Blue Technologies
• Bombardier
• Grasshopper Solar Inc
• Elexicon
• Veridian
• Mircom

Program Highlights

• Applied research and development projects in the Energy Systems Engineering Technology program promote innovation skills.
• The technical curriculum is complemented by project management skills.
• Students will have the opportunity to work on state-of-the-art energy systems labs.
• This program prepares you to implement energy solutions for commercial and residential buildings using knowledge of energy systems, energy efficiency and renewable/distributed energy systems, design, assembly, troubleshooting, building automation systems, develop advanced control systems for energy, manufacturing process, design and heating, ventilating, air conditioning & refrigeration systems and operate power plants of various sizes.

Career Outlook

• Wind & Solar technologist
• Power plants supervisor
• Energy analyst
• Energy auditor
• Powerline technologist
• Geothermal energy technologist
• Security service technologist
• PLC
• Building automation
• Micro-controllers
• Motion control & networks
• Energy storage systems
• Manufacturing process technologist and many more.

Education Pathways

Graduates of the Energy Systems Engineering Technology Advanced diploma program may be eligible to participate in pathway programs with partnering institutions. These pathway programs allow you to receive degree credit for learning completed at Centennial College.