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Renewable Energy Systems

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Contribute to a greener and more sustainable future by addressing the growing demand for professionals who can innovate and implement renewable energy technologies.

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Credential
Ontario College Graduate Certificate
Duration
Two semesters
Start Date(s)
September (Fall)
Locations
Belleville
Open to
International Students
Domestic Students
CIP Code
14.4899

Find your career

Renewable Energy Systems technicians responsibilities include the installation, commissioning and maintenance of alternative energy power systems. 

  • Work with technology to produce electrical power from wind and solar. 
  • Help manage battery storage unites (off grid applications) and integration with the provincial electrical grid. 
  • Prepare technical reports with regards to site evaluation, energy productions vs requirements, and cost/benefit analysis. 

Is it for you? 

Renewable Energy Systems would be good if you:

  • Have a good working knowledge of local, provincial and national codes and regulations. 
  • Enjoy hands-on learning. 
  • Enjoy working with technology. 

How you'll learn

Experiential Learning

This program emphasizes the practical application of theoretical knowledge, ensuring that students are well-prepared to enter the rapidly growing renewable energy sector.

  • Learn through a combination of faculty-led instruction, hands-on lab exercises, individual and team assignments, and project-based assessments.
  • Engage in core courses that cover a wide range of renewable energy technologies, including solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, wind energy systems, bioenergy, and energy storage technologies.
  • You will be introduced to key concepts in energy systems integration, such as energy auditing, sustainability practices, and project management, with a focus on real-world applications.
  • Work in well-equipped labs, simulating real-world environments to gain experience in installing, operating, and maintaining renewable energy systems.
  • Use industry-standard tools and techniques to design and implement solar and wind power installations, biogas production systems, and energy storage solutions.
  • Learn to conduct site assessments and apply sustainability principles to energy projects.

Courses

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Admission requirements

Required academic preparation

  • An Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Degree, or equivalent, in mechanical or electrical engineering or a related field (e.g., energy, sustainability, building and environmental sciences); OR
  • An Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, or Degree, or equivalent, in a non-related field, with a minimum of two years of relevant work experience in the mechanical or electrical engineering field or a related field.

 

Additional requirements

*Additional materials, trainings and certifications may be required depending on industry partner requirements connected to experiential learning. Pre-placement requirements are subject to change based on placement agency and/or legislative or regulatory changes.

Costs

Approximate costs (2025 – 26, two semesters at full-time student status)*

  • Domestic Tuition: $2,722.08  
  • Full-Time Ancillary Fees: $1,595.26 
  • Total: $4,317.34

Additional student-purchased costs may include textbooks, supplies, software, and other resources. Additional expenses related to off-campus experiential learning activities may also be incurred. 

  

*All fees are subject to change. Fees for programs shorter or longer than two semesters will be adjusted accordingly. In addition to the costs listed above, some programs also have program ancillary fees based on their specific requirements. For a detailed breakdown of tuition and ancillary fees – including any program-specific charges – please visit the Tuition and fee schedule 2025–26. 

  

Paying for college

At Loyalist College, we believe that cost should never be a barrier to your success. We’re here to help you navigate the costs of college and connect you with a variety of financial aid programs, resources and donor-supported awards. Explore paying for college.

Approximate costs (2025 – 26, two semesters at full-time student status)*

  • International Tuition: $15,900
  • Full-Time Ancillary Fees: $1,595.26
  • Mandatory Health Insurance: $659
  • Total: $17,254.26

Additional student-purchased costs may include textbooks, supplies, software, and other resources. Additional expenses related to off-campus experiential learning activities may also be incurred. 

  

*All fees are subject to change. Fees for programs shorter or longer than two semesters will be adjusted accordingly. In addition to the costs listed above, some programs also have program ancillary fees based on their specific requirements. For a detailed breakdown of tuition and ancillary fees – including any program-specific charges – please visit the Tuition and fee schedule 2025–26. 

  

Paying for college

At Loyalist College, we believe that cost should never be a barrier to your success. We’re here to help you navigate the costs of college and connect you with a variety of financial aid programs, resources and donor-supported awards. Explore paying for college.

Further studies

Pathways and university transfer

What’s next? Build on the knowledge and skills you learned at Loyalist by continuing your academic journey. Return to Loyalist to complete a second post-graduate program in as little as a year, or receive credit recognition for your Loyalist studies when pursuing a degree at a university. Explore pathway opportunities.   

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