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Our institution is home to the only authorized training centre in Canada for Harley-Davidson® motorcycles. In this 15-week program, we provide quality training to produce the finest technicians for authorized Harley-Davidson® retailers across Canada. Our modern facilities are combined with top-quality instruction and current curriculum.

• Possible Careers Include: Harley-Davidson® Technician

Starting in 2022.

Rev up your knowledge and ability to repair Classic models of the legendary Harley-Davidson® motorcycle. The Classics are special for a reason and they deserve a tailored program to understand their intricacies. This advanced certificate is a great option whether you're looking to increase your skills for employment or simply wanting the confidence to repair your own bike.

• Possible Careers Include: Harley-Davidson® Technician specialized in Classic models

As a Motorcycle Mechanic, you repair and maintain many different brands and models of street, off-road, and dual sport bikes. This popular program gives you the required experience to land your first job. Our students receive training in motorcycle charging, starting and ignition systems, four-stroke tuning and top end diagnosis, inspection and reconditioning procedures, transmissions, crankshaft repair and more.

Graduates of this program may have the opportunity to challenge the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) exams for first and second year Motorcycle Mechanic.

• Possible Careers Include: Motorcycle mechanic, small engine repair

Our Power Engineering is a program with entry and exit points throughout the program. Students can enter at the beginning of the program and continue for two years, finishing with a full Interprovincial Third Class Power Engineering Certificate of Competency issued by Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA). Students may also exit after the Fourth Class portion with a full Fourth Class Interprovincial Power Engineers Fourth Class Certificate of Competency (issued by ABSA). Students who need to complete either portion of the Third Class Power Engineering Certificate of Competency may enter the program at that time and complete either Part A or Part B of the Third Class Interprovincial Power Engineering Certificate of Competency.

• Possible Career Paths Include: Working in Gas Plants, Power Generating Plants, Heavy Oil Plants, Petrochemical Plants, Pulp Mills, Food Production Plants, Refineries and Hospitals

The ThinkBIG Service Technician program is a unique partnership between our institution, Caterpillar Inc., and Finning Canada - Caterpillar’s largest dealership worldwide. We are the only post-secondary institution in Canada to offer this globally recognized training program, which is custom-formulated to meet Alberta Apprenticeship examination requirements. Students gain highly technical knowledge and hands-on skills directly related to Cat® equipment. Finning Service Technicians put analytical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills to use in an active and physical work environment.

• Possible Careers Include: Employment with Finning Canada, heavy equipment industry, Alberta & Industry Training Heavy Equipment Technician Apprenticeship completion and Heavy Equipment Technician journeyperson certification

Welders join or sever metals in beams, girders, vessels, piping and other metal components, make metal parts used in construction and manufacturing plants, and weld parts, tools, machines and equipment.

This pre-employment certificate covers 1st-period welding skills such as basic joints, types of welds, welding symbols and weld faults, combined with employability skills which are highly sought after by employers. You will receive hands-on training and experience which may allow graduates of the program to challenge the first-period apprenticeship exam.

• Possible Careers Include: Pipeline construction, commercial construction, industrial construction, heavy equipment repair, vessel or structural assembly