Vocational Training Program

Power Engineering
(Stationary Engine Mechanics)

Next sessions

January 29, 2025

Schedule

Monday to Friday from 8:00a.m. to 3:30p.m.

Location

ACCESS Darwin
2121 Darwin Street, Sainte-Julie, QC J3E 0C9

Phone

450 676-1843 ext. 7507

Duration

15 months, approx. (1800 Hours / 120 Credits)

Why enroll in this program?

Study a trade that’s high in demand across Quebec with a competitive salary!  Stationary engineers work in real estate complexes, government or municipal establishments, health or educational institutions, service industries (surveillance, system maintenance and repair), thermal power plants that produce electricity or supply heating and air conditioning to various clients, or for companies that transform raw materials or produce finished goods. They are responsible for ensuring the correct installation and operation of heating and refrigeration systems, as well as ventilation and air conditioning systems in buildings. They are responsible for stationary engines such as boilers, steam generators, steam turbines or engines, refrigeration devices, internal combustion engines, etc., along with any accessories and pipework. They control the operation of stationary engines to ensure the comfort of individuals who work or live in the facilities, and they must oversee the different production processes. The upkeep of these systems falls under their duties.

As they must operate and maintain pressure vessels, and because they manipulate dangerous substances, such as gas, stationary engineers must hold a certificate of qualification. Come discover our Stationary Engine Mechanics program (MMF Mécanique de machine fixe)!

With 6 campuses located on the South Shore of Montreal, ACCESS has been a resource for the Riverside School Board community for over 40 years, empowering individuals who are 16 and older in their ongoing quest for academic and professional success.

Loans and bursaries are offered through Aide financière aux études (AFE) from the Québec Ministry of Education for students who do not have sufficient financial resources to be pursue full time studies.

  • The program is officially recognized by the Québec Ministry of Education, Recreation and Sports.
  • The professional training you receive opens doors to many jobs in both the public and private sectors.
  • Financial aid is available for eligible candidates.
  • If you have relevant experience, consider the Recognition of Acquired Competencies (RAC) for a Diploma of Vocational Studies. To learn more, click here

Program objectives

  • Develop the competencies required to ensure the proper functioning of building heating systems.
  • Develop the competencies required to ensure the proper functioning of building cooling systems.
  • Develop the competencies required to ensure the proper functioning of building ventilation and air conditioning systems.
  • Develop the competencies required to monitor, maintain and repair auxiliary equipment in heating, refrigeration, ventilation and air conditioning systems.

Pre-Requisites

To be eligible for admission to this program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent, for example, an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary V studies, or a postsecondary diploma such as the Diploma of College Studies or a Bachelor’s degree
OR
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition for equivalent learning
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test, or recognition of equivalent learning
OR
Persons who have obtained Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister are required to pursue general education courses, concurrently with their vocational training, in order to obtain the Secondary IV credits they lack in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister.

  • For more information on Functional Prerequisites, please visit the InforouteFPT website.
  • For a full list of required registration documents based on your status in Canada, click here.

Content of
program

Module title
Hours
Units
  • Determine their suitability for the trade and training process
    30
    2
  • Apply the rules of occupational health and safety
    30
    2
  • Perform inspection operations on boilers
    120
    8
  • Communicate in the workplace
    30
    2
  • Analyze and treat the different fluids in heating and refrigeration systems
    105
    7
  • Perform inspection operations on heating systems
    120
    8
  • Start up and operate a refrigeration system
    120
    8
  • Apply mechanical maintenance techniques for pumps, turbines and fans
    75
    5
  • Ensure that an air regulation circuit operates properly
    45
    3
  • Perform simple soldering, welding and oxygen cutting tasks
    45
    3
  • Apply techniques for maintaining fluid circuits, piping systems and accessories
    90
    6
  • Perform inspection operations on a refrigeration system
    90
    6
  • Maintain a heating system
    120
    8
  • Ensure the proper functioning of a compressed air supply system
    60
    4
  • Inspect the electrical system and maintain emergency equipment
    90
    6
  • Ensure the proper functioning of an electric control circuit
    60
    4
  • Ensure the proper functioning of ventilation and air conditioning systems
    120
    8
  • Maintain a refrigeration system
    60
    4
  • Interpret plans and schematics
    45
    3
  • Ensure the proper functioning of a fire protection system
    45
    3
  • Analyze and troubleshoot an operating problem in a power plant
    60
    4
  • Use centralized control software and preventive maintenance software
    105
    7
  • Manage the energy efficiency of a power plant and building
    120
    8
  • Use job search techniques
    15
    1