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Thermodynamics on dry erase boardPrepare for your career in Power Engineering by enrolling in Elementary Thermodynamics for Power Engineers and Process Operators.

This 4-month course is specifically designed to help students with topics in thermodynamics. It covers the basic theory and operation of heat transfer equipment in power engineering and process plants (except internal combustion engines).

This course will help prepare you to successfully challenge the thermodynamics portion of the Fourth-, Third- and Second-Class Power Engineering exams.

Offered September – June, you can choose the course sessions that works best for you. The course begins on the 20th of each month. Register by the 15th of the month that you wish to begin.

The Introduction to Thermodynamics online course is self-paced, self-directed, fully online and live attendance times are not required.

You will have up to 4 months to complete this course. A one-time course extension is available for this online course. 

An instructor is available for support through email if needed.

Course content helps to prepare you to successfully challenge the thermodynamics portion of the 4th, 3rd and 2nd class power engineering exams.

It's geared towards power engineers and operators and covers the basic theory and operation of all heat transfer equipment (excluding internal combustion engines) found in power engineering and process plants.

Topics covered include:

  • heat transfer
  • thermal expansion
  • combustion theory and firetube boilers
  • watertube boilers
  • steam tables and calculations
  • condensate
  • steam turbines
  • gas turbines
  • gas fire heaters
  • heat exchangers
  • introduction to refrigeration
  • compressed refrigeration
  • absorption refrigeration

Course length: 4 months
Cost: $295 (Fees and taxes are included).   Fees are subject to change
Delivery: online; instructor support through email
Prerequisite: none

Before your course start date, you will receive a welcome email from our registration team. This communication will contain instructions and login information to access the course content.  On your course start date, you will be able to access your course content with a laptop/computer and internet connection. 

You will have up to 4 months to complete this course; however, you can work as quickly as you wish to complete the required course content. A one-month course extension option is also available.  Please note: A Course Extension Form must be submitted to energyconed@lakelandcollege.ca at least 14 days prior to your course end date. Fees apply. 

This is a self-paced course design; therefore, there are no required live attendance times.  You can log in to your course as often as you wish to complete the course content.  

Note: All course content must be completed prior to your course end dates. 

Yes, a final exam is required for this course.  This exam is online. When you are ready to schedule your exam, you will be required to submit an exam request.  Detailed information regarding the exam request process will be available in your online course. Exams must be written in a professional setting. 

  1. Schedule an appointment with an approved exam proctor (refer to the proctor requirements). 
  2. Submit your exam request form with your preferred date/time. Note: *A separate form is required for each exam and forms must be submitted with a minimum of 5 business days of notice (excludes weekends and holidays). 
  3. A confirmation email with instructions will be sent to you and your exam proctor within 24 hours of your exam date. Note: Exams are flexible and can be scheduled during day, evening or weekend hours

If you wish to write your exam at Lakeland College, please visit our Exam Centre.

Note: Exam fees are the responsibility of the student.

An exam proctor is an exam supervisorThe exam supervisor will monitor your exam following the exam requirements.   Examples of suitable exam proctors are exam testing agency personnel librarian, principal, superintendent, teacher, lawyer, accountant etc. Exam fees may be charged for exam services and are the responsibility of the student. 

You will receive access to the course content through our online learning portal, D2L.  A formula book is provided for this online course. No other textbooks are requiredA list of required supplies is also available. (ie. calculator etc.).

An estimated 2-4 hours per week is suggested to successfully work through the course contentAdditional time may be required to prepare for course exams. 

Once you have successfully completed the Introduction to Thermodynamics course, your grade will appear on your Lakeland College transcript.

Note: All course requirements must be completed within the course dates. You can request a transcript by emailing transcripts@lakelandcollege.ca

Our team is here to assist you. If you have reviewed your course outline/introduction and still have questions, please contact us. Detailed contact information for our program team members can be found in your online course.

For information and assistance with registration, contact our registration team 780 871 5712. 

There are no course refunds for online courses once the course registration is activated. (ie course registration deadline). 

You can register for Continuing Education courses: 

  • using our online registration platform. Search for your course using the search box or choose the Energy Category to see the current course offerings
  • by calling 780 871 5712  

Note: The registration deadline is the 15th of the month that you wish to begin.  Courses begin on the 20th of the month.

There are no course pre-requisites for the Introduction to Thermodynamics online course.

Yes, please contact our registration team for more information and assistance by calling 780 871 5712. 

If you are interested in registering a group or have questions about customized or onsite group options, contact the Program Coordinator at 780 871 5527.

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