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CEPLAB40: 40 Hour, 5 Week Power Lab

CEPLAB40: 40 Hour, 5 Week Power Lab

Build toward 4th Class certification with modular, hands-on power engineering training

The Power Engineering 5 week, 40-hour Lab is a modular option for students working toward their 200-hour Power Lab requirement for ABSA 4th Class certification. Designed for flexibility, this one-week, hands-on lab training counts as 40 hours toward the full requirement. Students unable to attend the full five-week Power Lab 200 course can complete these weekly sessions in consecutive order across a 12-month period.

This course is ideal for those who have completed their ABSA 4th Class Part A and B theory, but require certified steam-time experience. Upon completion of all five 40-hour weeks, students will meet the practical requirement needed to attempt the ABSA 4A and 4B exams.

Program Details

Program Code: CEPLAB40

Credential: Non-Credit – Continuing Education

Delivery: In-person, hands-on

Length: 1 week per course (must be completed in order over 12 months)

Location: Power Lab, Keyano College

Format: Week-by-week modular format

Contact: coned@keyano.ca | 780-791-4801

What You’ll Learn

By the end of each 40-hour week Power Lab, you will:

  • Build practical experience working with boilers, turbines, and compressors
  • Apply safe operating procedures in power plant settings
  • Troubleshoot and maintain essential power systems and equipment
  • Understand power plant operations aligned with ABSA certification expectations
Where It Can Take You
  • Completing the full 200 hours (5 x 40-hour courses) opens opportunities such as:
  • Power Plant Operator
  • Boiler Operator
  • Process Engineer
  • Industrial Maintenance Technician
  • ABSA-Certified 4th Class Power Engineer

Hear From Our Students

The instructors are very helpful, and the education system is similar to back home, making it an easy transition.

– Benjamin Fonkou

I love the mix of diversity at the College and how the cultures come together as a family.

 – Sapna Sharma

What I like most about studying here is how my instructors are always there to help.

– Chioma Igbokei

Frequently Asked Questions

This is a practical course. ABSA theory (Part A and B) covers classroom-based knowledge, while the Power Lab provides required hands-on steam-time experience.

Yes. To meet the 200-hour lab requirement, all five weeks must be completed in sequence within 12 months. For other timelines, check out our other Power Lab Courses! 

Yes. You can write your 4A or 4B exam after completing the corresponding ABSA theory (Part A or B). However, ABSA certification also requires 6 months of steam-time or 200-hour lab experience.

Not currently for this course. Contact the Office of the Registrar or explore third-party funding options.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible, applicants must have successfully completed:

  • Completion of ABSA 4th Class Part A theory (minimum for entry)
  • Completion of Part B theory strongly recommended before final 40-hour week

Tuition and Fees

The 40-Hour Power Lab runs in one-week modules.
Students may register for individual weeks or complete all five.
Tuition is consistent across all intakes.

Course Code Week Tuition Lab Fees GST Total Per Week
CEPLAB 40W1 Week 1 $1,160.00 $11.00 $58.00 $1,229.00
CEPLAB 40W2 Week 2 $1,160.00 $11.00 $58.00 $1,229.00
CEPLAB 40W3 Week 3 $1,160.00 $11.00 $58.00 $1,229.00
CEPLAB 40W4 Week 4 $1,160.00 $11.00 $58.00 $1,229.00
CEPLAB 40W5 Week 5 $1,160.00 $11.00 $58.00 $105.00
Total Program Cost         $6,145.00

This cost structure applies to each intake unless otherwise noted.
Tuition is subject to change.

Upcoming Intakes

September 2 – October 3, 2025

November 10 – December 12, 2025

March 2 – April 3, 2026

April 6 – May 8, 2026

May 11 – June 12, 2026

 

Please note: There will be no registration for the months of July and August and the cut-off to apply for the month of December will be on the 16 to start January 1.

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