Programs

Program Description

Students explore the theory supporting wind turbines and the practical maintenance procedures required to maintain turbine output. Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to enter the field as wind turbine technicians, or to progress to higher levels of certification in the industry.

Upon successful completion of the Electrical portion of the program, students will write the provincial Electrical Level 1 Apprenticeship exam. Graduates also are eligible to write the BZEE Certification Examination to start the process of obtaining international certification.

Career Prospects

Wind Turbine Maintenance Technician. Demand is strong not only in North America, but in Europe as well.

Details

Location: Dawson Creek Campus

Length: 40 weeks

Start: February

Fees: Current Fee Schedule 

Admission Prerequisites

Provide British Columbia secondary school transcripts or equivalent indicating successful completion of Grade 11 level that includes:

• Grade 11 English or Career and College Preparation ENGL040 (Advanced/Grade 11) with 67 per cent (C+) or higher;
• Grade 11 Math (Applications, or Principles, or Pre-Calculus) or Career and College Preparation MATH040 (Advanced/Grade 11) with 67 per cent (C+) or higher; and
• Grade 11 Physics or equivalent with 67 per cent (C+) or higher.

OR

Complete the following sections of the Canadian Adult Achievement Test (CAAT):

• Reading Comprehension: 12.0 grade equivalent or higher
• Number Operations: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
• Problem Solving: 11.0 grade equivalent or higher
• Mechanical Reasoning: 51/70 (6th Stanine) or higher
• Trades/Electrical Math Assessment: 70 per cent or higher

• Grade 11 completion that includes Grade 11 English, Grade 11 Math (Pre-Calculus), and Grade 11 Physics or equivalent, all with 67 per cent (C+) or higher.

Important Notes

1. There are no classes scheduled during July and August.
2. The program is eligible for Canada Student Loans. Visit StudentAid BC to apply for financial assistance online.
3. Safety equipment (CSA approved steel toe boots and glasses) must be provided by the student.
4. Program graduates are responsible for paying to write the BZEE Certification Examination. Cost is approximately €250 (250 EUROs), subject to change without notice.
5. The program is affiliated with the following:  Lethbridge College, Vestas America, BZEE International, Great Plains College, and the Industry Training Authority.
6. The information on this program page is a summary of the official Program Completion Guide approved by NLC’s Education Council. Download a PDF of the Program Completion Guide.

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Program Chair: Mark Heartt
Program Instructor: Duane Mitchell

Courses

• ABTC121 Electronic Spreadsheet I
• ABTC144 Groupware
• ABTC194 Presentation Software
• WTMT102 Wind Turbine Electrical Safety Protocol
• WTMT103 Electrical Fundamentals
• WTMT104 Meters and Test Equipment
• WTMT105 Semiconductors
• WTMT106 SCRs, Diacs, and Triacs
• WFTR101 Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1
• WFTR143 Confined Space Entry
• WFTR170 Industrial Fire Extinguisher Training
• WFTR230 Wind Turbine Safety
• WFTR232 Wind Turbine Tower and High Angle Rescue, Climbing, and Personal Protective Equipment
• WFTR311 Hoisting & Rigging

• WTMT 101 Wind Turbine Basics
• WTMT107 Wind Turbine Construction
• WTMT108 Wind Turbine Towers
• WTMT109 Transformers
• WTMT110 Wind Turbine Mechanical
• WTMT111 Wind Turbine Specific Maintenance
• WTMT112 Wind Turbine Gear Maintenance and Inspection
• WTMT113 Wind Turbine Hydraulics
• WTMT114 Wind Turbine Fluids and Seals
• WTMT115 Wind Turbine Cooling Systems
• WTMT116 Wind Turbine Work Planning
• WTMT117 Wind Turbine Rotor Blades
• WFTR107 Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
• WFTR136 Forklift Safety
• WFTR155 S-100 Fire Suppression
• WFTR163 Skid Steer Loader Training (Bobcat)
• WFTR231 (Wind Turbine Substation Entry)

WFTR 317 Ground Disturbance - Course Outline not available