Power Information 20L, 30L Information and Registration Package

2020-2021

For more information, please visit our Power Engineering Information Page: http://bit.ly/PEngineering

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What is Power Engineering? A "Power Engineer" is a technically skilled and knowledgeable professional who is certified and responsible to safely and efficiently operate equipment and processes that are regulated by boiler and pressure vessel legislation. Power Engineers are also known as:

• Steam Engineer • Stationary Engineer • Operating Engineer • Steam Plant Operator

• Steam Plant Operator • Boiler Operator • Building Operator • Refrigerator Plant Operator

The basis of certification is the operation of steam boilers, pressure vessels, fired heaters, and refrigeration systems. However, the practical responsibilities also extend to other related processes and utilities, which involve auxiliary equipment as pumps, compressors, electrical generators, motors, steam turbines, gas turbines, heat exchangers, condensers, cooling towers, water treatment systems, air conditioning systems, etc. The list is very extensive since Power Engineers serve many different industries. The Power Engineering 20L and 30L courses are locally developed courses. Students receive a high school credit for each course. Each course has a tuition fee of $500, which includes all materials, textbooks, practical training costs, and mobile lab fees. The curriculum for the courses has been adopted from SOPEEC - Standardization of Power Examinations Committee for a 5th Class Power Engineer. Upon successful completion of both courses, students will have the opportunity to write the TSASK 5th Class Power Engineering Exam, ($100 Exam Fee). If students are successful on this exam then they will receive a 5th Class Power Engineering industry recognized certificate.

Power Engineering 20L

Unit 1 – Boiler Details

Unit 2 – Boiler Fittings and Controls

Unit 3 – Boiler Operation, Maintenance

Unit 4 – Fuels and Combustion

Unit 5 – Piping and Valves

Unit 6 – Thermoil Systems

Unit 7 – Heating Systems and Human Comfort

Unit 8 – Basic Math

Power Engineering 30L

Unit 1 – Plumbing & Auxiliaries

Unit 2 – Lighting

Unit 3 – Refrigeration

Unit 4 – Refrigeration & AC System Controls

Unit 5 – Pumps & Air Compressors

Unit 6 – Distributed Generation

Unit 7 – Provincial Acts, Regulations & Adopted Codes

Unit 8 – Applied Science

Unit 9 – Safety

Unit 10 – Electricity

Unit 11 – Welding

Unit 12 – Water Treatment

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Virtual School Course – read the text take notes do the questions watch the videos take the quiz visit nearest on-site Sask. Power Power Plant fill in Passport. Each course (Power Engineering 20L, 30L), has a tuition fee of $500 that is not due until Sept. 2019, after the applicant has been accepted. The TSask Class 5 Power Engineering Exam fee is $100, payable to the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan.

Once the 20L and 30L courses are completed students may choose to write the Class 5 Power Engineering exam from TSASK – Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan.

“With close to 30, 000 Power Engineers employed in Canada with the median age being over 45 years old, we expect to see over 11,000 job vacancies with only 8,000 expected new power engineers graduating from colleges.” – Red Seal Recruiting

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What type of student is successful taking the 5th Class Online Power Engineering Courses with the Prairie South Virtual School?

Is Online Learning Right For You?

I enjoy the challenge of learning on my own I have effective written communication skills I am self-motivated and self-disciplined I can organize and plan my own time efficiently I am willing to accept the challenge of being an independent learner

When you log into the online course you will be presented with a suggested timeline to complete the theory of the course. Typically students complete the theory 2 - 4 weeks prior to semester end. There is a considerable amount of theory students need to memorize and continually test themselves on in the course. The course theory is supplemented with videos on the various topics to help with understanding. Power Engineering Theory

I enjoy learning about boilers and refrigeration units I can read a textbook and take summarized notes I can memorize the theory in the textbooks

The course involves reading the textbooks and summarizing the content into notes. The textbook information is supplemented with short videos to help illustrate the concepts. Each chapter has a self-assessment quiz as a self-check for content understanding. Each unit is comprised of several chapters and has a unit test which is made from the questions within each of the chapters.

Power Engineering Work Study

I enjoy learning about heating systems and how they work I enjoy troubleshooting and working on mechanical systems I can listen to instructions and take interest when someone explains how things work

Working with boilers is a key component to this course. This is where you apply your theory and learn how to operate a boiler. You will spend many hours working with a heating system making sense of the theory you learn in the course. Hours to complete work study will occur in portable steam lab and work site locations.

“Someone that is dedicated to their classes. Also has to be able to learn from reading, because that is was most of the class time is. To be successful students must stay on a timeline and be interested in what they are learning.” – Baily- Power Engineer Student

“A student who possesses a lot of drive and self-discipline would do very well in this course. It also helps to be passionate about the criteria involved in becoming a Power Engineer. A majority of the information involved in the course is stuff you have never heard about, let alone knew existed. It helps to keep an open mind and see the bigger picture. Once you take the time to learn the criteria in the course, you will start to notice that some of those things were constantly in your surroundings, you just didn't know their purpose at the time. Stay interested, ask questions, work hard and absorb the information to the best of your ability. I believe these factors will help contribute to a better overall experience with the course.” – Cassidy- Power Engineer Student

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POWER ENGINEERING 20L and 30L 2019/2020 APPLICATION FORM

DEADLINE: May 21, 2020 In order to make an informed decision about applying for the Engineering 20L and 30L program, please read through all the accompanying information about this program. Each course has a tuition cost of $500; which includes all materials, textbooks, instructor fees, practical training with Sask. Power, and mobile lab costs. Tuition is not due until after the applicant has been accepted into the courses.

MAKE SURE THIS APPLICATION FORM IS PRINTED AND LEGIBLE

Student Information

Last Name

First Name Middle Name

Address & City/Town

Postal Code

Home Phone Cell Phone Grade (as of Sept. 1, 2020)

School School Division/Band

Date of Birth (mm/dd/yy)

Email Address Saskatchewan Ministry of Education Number:

Parent/Guardian Information (if applicable)

Mother/Guardian Name Work Phone

Address & City/Town (if different) Postal Code

Mother/Guardian Email Address

Father/Guardian Name Work Phone

Address & City/Town (if different) Postal Code

Father/Guardian Email Address

Name of 1st Emergency Contact

Day Phone Evening Phone

Name of 2nd Emergency Contact

Day Phone Evening Phone

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Please provide the following information on a separate document:

1. Why do you want to be a part of the Power Engineering 20L and 30L program? What do you want to accomplish from the program? 2. What are your future career plans? 3. In a paragraph describe the special qualities that would make you a good candidate for the Power Engineering Program.

Teacher Recommendation forms: We would like you to provide two teacher recommendations forms from your Math/Science Teachers or Administrators only (attached). The teacher may choose to send it to our office separately. Please provide the name, school and email address of the two teachers who will be completing these forms on your behalf. Teacher Recommendation Form #1: Teacher name ______________________________________

Subject Area Taught: _________________________________

Email Address: _____________________________________

Teacher Recommendation Form #2: Teacher name ______________________________________

Subject Area Taught: _________________________________

Email Address: _____________________________________

Tuition Payment/Withdrawal Policy: The full tuition fee minus a $75.00 administration fee will be refunded if a student withdraws prior to the start of classes (September 3th)

One half of the total tuition fee will be refunded if a student withdraws prior to September 15th in Semester 1 or February 15 in Semester 2.

No refund will be given if a student withdraws after the established mid-point of the semester.

If resources are not returned to Prairie South within 30 days of the completion of the class the school division the student resides in will be invoiced for the replacement costs.

NOTE: Students must formally withdraw from the class to receive a refund. Non-attendance is not considered as notification to withdraw from the class.

Please submit this application form to the by May 21st to:

Michael Graham, Curriculum Coordinator South East Cornerstone School Division #209

Email: Michael.graham@secpsd.ca Application Deadline is May 21, 2020

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POWER ENGINEERING 20L and 30L

TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM (Math/Science Teachers or Admins only) This form is for students who are applying to take two on-line courses in Power Engineering (20L and 30L). Along with the course work, they will do a work study practical component in a Sask Power simulator lab, and also at the nearest Sask. Power plant. These courses require dedication and commitment to independent learning with attention to quality and detail. Upon successful completion, the student is eligible to write the TSASK 5th Class industry exam. When assessing the eligibility of a student for the Power Engineering 20L/30L program, it is important that we feel confident putting them into this type of work environment. To that end we are asking you to provide some information regarding the applicant. This information will help to determine their suitability for this program. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Poor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Excellent

1 Attitude ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

2 Attendance ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

3 Punctuality ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

4 Work Habits (use of class time) ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

5 Ability to stay focused on a task ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

6 Completes homework on time ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

7 Work Quality ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

8 Demonstrates respect ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

9 Demonstrates maturity ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

10 Demonstrates responsibility ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

11 Demonstrates initiative ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

12 Demonstrates common sense ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

13 Demonstrates problem solving ability ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

14 Demonstrates leadership ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

Comments _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Student’s Name: ________________________________ Teacher’s Name _________________________________

Teacher’s Subject Area: _____________________________ (Must be Math or Science Teachers or Administrators)

Teacher’s Phone Number: __________________________ School Name: _________________________________

I recommend the above named student be accepted into the Power Engineering Program. I do not recommend the above named student be accepted into the Power Engineering Program.

Please email completed recommendation forms to: Michael Graham, Curriculum Coordinator

at South East Cornerstone School Division: Michael.graham@secpsd.ca Registration Deadline: May 21, 2020

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POWER ENGINEERING 20L and 30L

TEACHER RECOMMENDATION FORM (Math/Science Teachers or Admins only) This form is for students who are applying to take two on-line courses in Power Engineering (20L and 30L). Along with the course work, they will do a work study practical component in a Sask Power simulator lab, and also at the nearest Sask. Power plant. These courses require dedication and commitment to independent learning with attention to quality and detail. Upon successful completion, the student is eligible to write the TSASK 5th Class industry exam. When assessing the eligibility of a student for the Power Engineering 20L/30L program, it is important that we feel confident putting them into this type of work environment. To that end we are asking you to provide some information regarding the applicant. This information will help to determine their suitability for this program. Thank you in advance for your assistance. Poor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Excellent

1 Attitude ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

2 Attendance ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

3 Punctuality ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

4 Work Habits (use of class time) ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

5 Ability to stay focused on a task ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

6 Completes homework on time ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

7 Work Quality ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

8 Demonstrates respect ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

9 Demonstrates maturity ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

10 Demonstrates responsibility ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

11 Demonstrates initiative ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

12 Demonstrates common sense ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

13 Demonstrates problem solving ability ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

14 Demonstrates leadership ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___

Comments _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Student’s Name: ________________________________ Teacher’s Name _________________________________

Teacher’s Subject Area: _____________________________ (Must be Math or Science Teachers or Administrators)

Teacher’s Phone Number: __________________________ School Name: _________________________________

I recommend the above named student be accepted into the Power Engineering Program. I do not recommend the above named student be accepted into the Power Engineering Program.

Please email completed recommendation forms to: Michael Graham, Curriculum Coordinator

at South East Cornerstone School Division: Michael.graham@secpsd.ca Registration Deadline: May 21, 2020