No. This is a non-credit certificate offered through Continuing Education. It focuses on applied skills that can be immediately used in the workplace.
The Asset Planning and Management Certificate Program is a self-paced online program developed by experts in asset reliability, operations, and maintenance. It provides practical training in planning, scheduling, turnarounds, and inventory control - core skills for supporting safe and efficient industrial operations.
Whether you're stepping into a planning role or advancing toward leadership in maintenance and asset management, this certificate helps you build a strong technical foundation and drive performance across departments.
What Is Asset Planning and Management?
Asset planning and management is the strategic process of overseeing physical assets, such as equipment, infrastructure, and facilities; throughout their lifecycle to maximize value, performance, and reliability. It involves planning maintenance activities, optimizing inventory and supply chains, scheduling operational tasks, and using data to inform decisions.
By effectively managing assets, organizations can reduce downtime, control costs, improve safety, and extend the useful life of critical equipment. Professionals in this field play a vital role in industries like oil and gas, manufacturing, utilities, and transportation—ensuring that operations run efficiently and sustainably.
Program Details
Credential: Certificate of Participation (non-credit)
Delivery: Self-paced, fully online via iLearn.keyano.ca
Length: Each course is approx. 14 hours
Modules: 7 required + 1 capstone + 1 optional elective
Format: Open enrollment (courses can be taken individually or as a full program)
Location: Online only
Textbook: Maintenance Planning and Scheduling Handbook, Doc Palmer (4th ed.) – available at the Keyano Bookstore
What You’ll Learn
By completing the Asset Planning and Management Certificate Program, learners will be able to:
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate maintenance activities
- Apply best practices in reliability and asset management
- Improve supply chain and inventory systems
- Use CMMS tools and data to support decision-making
- Manage turnarounds and shutdowns efficiently
Career Opportunities
- This program supports career advancement in operational, technical, and supervisory roles, including:
- Maintenance Planner
- Scheduler / Turnaround Coordinator
- Asset Management Specialist
- Reliability Technician
- Inventory / Supply Chain Planner
Courses
Courses are designed to be taken in sequence, but may be registered individually. To complete the certificate, learners must finish CEAPM100–700.
Required Courses
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CEAPM100 – Operations and Reliability Strategy: Understand how industry manages physical assets through prioritization and strategy.
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CEAPM200 – Asset Planning: Learn how to build job plans and improve maintenance planning processes.
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CEAPM300 – Asset Scheduling: Develop and manage schedules that reduce backlog and optimize resources.
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CEAPM400 – Execution, Coordination and Closure: Focus on troubleshooting, feedback loops, and continuous improvement.
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CEAPM500 – Supply Chain: Explore inventory control, procurement, and material availability strategies.
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CEAPM600 – Turnaround Planning: Apply project tools to plan and manage outages and shutdowns.
Recommended: complete CEAPM200 & CEAPM300 first. -
CEAPM700 – Asset Project (Capstone) : Design and deliver a real-world maintenance project.
Prerequisite: CEAPM100–600
Optional Elective
CECMMS100 – Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS)
Use CMMS tools for scheduling, reporting, and maintenance decision-making.
View the full course schedule for 2025/2026
Admission Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- No formal application or admission process
- For MMP PLAR equivalency (Modules 2, 3, 4, 6), complete the PEMAC PLAR form and submit an Advanced Credit Form
Instructor Spotlight
Roger Davies
A nationally recognized expert in maintenance systems and training, Roger Davies brings over 30 years of hands-on experience in maintenance leadership and consulting across North America. He is the founder of The Da-trol Group Inc. and an instructor at multiple Canadian colleges.
Hear From Our Students
The course was excellent and easy to navigate. Beyond expectation.
- Mary Ann Florence
Roger is always supportive and brings incredible real-world experience to every module.
– Teresa MacDonald
Each topic built on the last—I was moved out of my comfort zone in the best way.
– Ademola Ogunsakin
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. All courses can be taken individually. However, you must complete CEAPM100–600 before enrolling in the final project module (CEAPM700).
No formal prerequisites are required, but familiarity with industrial or maintenance environments is helpful.
How long does it take to complete the full certificate?
Most learners complete the program within 8-12 months, depending on their pace. Each course is approximately 14 hours.
Can this program be used for MMP PLAR credit?
Yes. Some modules may support Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) for PEMAC’s MMP program. You must complete the PEMAC PLAR form and submit a Keyano Advanced Credit Form.
Are these courses instructor-led?
No. All modules are self-paced and fully online, allowing flexibility to fit your schedule.
Is there a deadline to register?
No formal deadlines - enrollment is open year-round. You can start learning as soon as you're registered.
Yes. You will receive a non-credit Certificate of Participation from Keyano College upon successful completion of all required modules.
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