Energy Management (Co-op and Non Co-op Version)

Energize your career in only 8 months. The one-year Energy Management Ontario College Graduate Certificate prepares you for an exciting career in energy, innovation, entrepreneurship and the development of efficient new energy technologies. Learn about energy solutions such as efficiency, conservation and sustainability. Participate in laboratory work, contribute to a real-world project and learn from case-studies in the energy management industry. Explore how to implement, manage, administer and work on energy management practices throughout the program. By analyzing data sets, evaluating the impact of energy efficiency and conservation programs and performing cost-benefit analyses, you obtain highly-regarded skills for the industry. During your final semester, participate in an energy management project with peers and industry partners. Through in-class discussions and collaboration, you plan and create an energy strategy for a commercial building. Students also have the option to gain real-world experience through a paid co-operative education (co-op) work term (see Additional Information for more details). Please note that places in the co-op version of the program are subject to availability. Students who elect to apply to the non co-op version of the program may not have the opportunity to transfer to the co-op version at a later date. Graduates may find employment in public, private and non-profit sectors, including: federal, provincial, territorial and municipal levels of government; corporate agencies; energy service providers; commercial and industrial organizations related to the energy sector. Graduates may find opportunities as a(n):

• conservation professional
• energy consultant
• energy manager
• energy evaluator

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for individuals who:

• Possess strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Have an aptitude for technology, electrical and/or mechanical systems.
• Are resourceful, self-motivated and enjoy challenges.
• Are committed to sustainability.
• Have strong communication and people skills.
• Possess leadership ability.