Get the knowledge and technical expertise to work on clean energy systems, encompassing installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical components and renewable energy technologies.
What you will learn
Upon successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to:
- Demonstrate comprehensive technical proficiency in clean energy systems, encompassing installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical components and renewable energy technologies.
- Implement safety protocols and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, fostering a culture of safety in clean energy practices.
- Analyze and mitigate the environmental impact of energy choices, applying principles of sustainability in clean energy projects and initiatives.
- Effectively communicate technical information to diverse audiences, utilizing appropriate terminology and documentation.
- Collaborate with professionals from various disciplines, integrating clean energy solutions into broader sustainability contexts.
- Apply project management skills, including planning, execution, and evaluation, in the context of clean energy projects.
- Engage with communities and industry partners, fostering partnerships and advocating for sustainable energy solutions, with a focus on Indigenous perspectives.
- Adhere to ethical standards, making decisions that prioritize environmental responsibility, safety, and social well-being in the clean energy field.
What to expect
Program Duration and Maximum Time for Completion
The Clean Energy Technology Diploma program is 2 years in length. The maximum time to complete the program is 5 years.
Lecture, group work, case studies, discussions, presentations, guest speakers, online activities.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
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Grade 12 graduation or equivalent
- Composition 12 with a minimum 'C-' grade or equivalent
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Workplace Math 10 with a minimum 'C-' grade or equivalent
General
- Seats are offered to applicants who have met all admission requirements, on a first-qualified, first-served basis.
- International applicants must be 17 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school. (Some exceptions may apply.)
- Applicants must submit official transcripts and educational documents as required by their course or program.
- All VCC applicants are required to function successfully in an English-speaking classroom. English requirements vary by program. For details, visit VCC International - English Requirements.
Recommended Characteristics
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Basic computer skills
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Good general health and respiratory condition
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Physical strength and stamina compatible with the handling of parts and equipment as required by the program
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Ability to tolerate noise and vibration
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Good manual dexterity
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Good hand-eye co-ordination
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Good eyesight and normal colour vision
Courses *
Classes are usually held between 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. There is a scheduled term break (about 4 months) between Year 1 and Year 2.
Class times are subject to change.
Prior learning assessment and recognition
Students may request formal recognition of prior learning attained through informal education, work, or other life experience, including Indigenous ways of knowing.?Credits may be granted to students who are able to sufficiently demonstrate the learning outcomes of specific courses.
PLAR is available?for?all courses?in?the?program, up to a maximum of 6 credits per term.?
Methods?of?PLAR vary by course,?and?may include a?challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.
See the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition policy for more information.
*International Students requesting PLAR, please contact?VCC International Education Advising?to learn how PLAR can impact immigration status, prior to proceeding with the PLAR request.
| First Year | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| CLEN 1101 | Ethical Communication and Workplace Correspondence | 3 |
| CLEN 1102 | Introduction to Electrical Fundamentals | 3 |
| CLEN 1103 | Electrical Circuits and Components | 3 |
| CLEN 1104 | Advanced Electrical Systems and Controls | 3 |
| CLEN 1105 | Renewable Energy Technologies | 3 |
| CLEN 1201 | Energy Management and Project Planning | 3 |
| CLEN 1202 | Clean Energy Systems Integration | 3 |
| CLEN 1203 | Advanced Energy Technologies | 3 |
| CLEN 1204 | Project Management for Clean Energy | 3 |
| CLEN 1205 | Understanding Indigenous Connection to the Land in Canada | 3 |
| Credits | 30 | |
| Second Year | ||
| CLEN 2101 | Advanced Energy Management and Design | 3 |
| CLEN 2102 | Electrical Systems Design and Implementation | 3 |
| CLEN 2103 | Sustainable Energy Solutions | 3 |
| CLEN 2104 | Renewable Energy System Installation and Maintenance | 3 |
| CLEN 2105 | Energy Economics and Policy | 3 |
| CLEN 2201 | Sustainable Building Design and Energy Efficiency | 3 |
| CLEN 2202 | Sustainable Energy Policy and Management | 3 |
| CLEN 2203 | Advanced Renewable Energy Technologies | 3 |
| CLEN 2204 | Energy Project Implementation and Evaluation | 3 |
| CLEN 2205 | Clean Energy Technologies and Innovation | 3 |
| Credits | 30 | |
| Total Credits | 60 | |
* This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.
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Open Studies lets you take courses from credit programs without having to be accepted into one. Based on availability, you can sample different courses, earn credits, and build new skills.
Explore your optionsFees and other costs *
Tuition deposits are payable usually within three weeks after a Letter of Offer is issued.
| Fee description | Fee Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Application fee | 145 | |
| Tuition Tuition | 39794 | |
| Student union | 283 | |
| College initiative | 174 | |
| Materials | 0 | not including textbooks |
| Campus resource | 398 | |
| Laundry | 0 | |
| Tools (deposit) | 0 | |
| Coverall (deposit) | 0 | |
| Uniform (deposit) | 0 | |
| Medical and Dental | 570 | |
| Temporary Medical Insurance | 149 | |
| U-PASS | 644 | |
| Graduation | 45 | |
| Program-specific extra fees | 0 | |
| Total |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable.
Fees listed are for international students. For domestic programs, visit vcc.ca.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's international refund policy.
Apply now
STATUS INFORMATION
- Apply Now: Qualified applicants may receive offers of admission if seats are available, or placed on waitlists if seats are full.
- Closed: Applications are not accepted.
- For details about application availability based on study permit status and recommendations if the application status is closed, visit the Availability Status page.
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