Stationary Engine Mechanics

Code	5859
Diploma	DVS
Sector	Buildings and Public Works
Length of training	1800 hours
Approximate duration in months	16 months
Number of credits	120
Status	Program approved in 2017.

This program is offered in French:
5359 - Mécanique de machines fixes

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Program Objectives

The Stationary Engine Mechanics vocational program prepares students for the profession of stationary engineer.

Stationary engineers work in real estate complexes, government or municipal establishments, health or educational institutions, service industries (surveillance, system maintenance and repair), thermal power plants that produce electricity or supply heating and air conditioning to various clients, or for companies that transform raw materials or produce finished goods. They are responsible for ensuring the correct installation and operation of heating and refrigeration systems, as well as ventilation and air conditioning systems in buildings. They are responsible for stationary engines such as boilers, steam generators, steam turbines or engines, refrigeration devices, internal combustion engines, etc., along with any accessories and pipework. They control the operation of stationary engines to ensure the comfort of individuals who work or live in the facilities, and they must oversee the different production processes. The upkeep of these systems falls under their duties.

As they must operate and maintain pressure vessels, and because they manipulate dangerous substances, such as gas, stationary engineers must hold a certificate of qualification.

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
867-412	Determine their suitability for the trade and training process	30	2
867-422	Apply the rules of occupational health and safety	30	2
867-438	Perform inspection operations on boilers	120	8
867-442	Communicate in the workplace	30	2
867-457	Analyze and treat the different fluids in heating and refrigeration systems	105	7
867-468	Perform inspection operations on heating systems	120	8
867-478	Start up and operate a refrigeration system	120	8
867-485	Apply mechanical maintenance techniques for pumps, turbines and fans	75	5
867-493	Ensure that an air regulation circuit operates properly	45	3
867-503	Perform simple soldering, welding and oxygen cutting tasks	45	3
867-516	Apply techniques for maintaining fluid circuits, piping systems and accessories	90	6
867-526	Perform inspection operations on a refrigeration system	90	6
867-538	Maintain a heating system	120	8
867-544	Ensure the proper functioning of a compressed air supply system	60	4
867-556	Inspect the electrical system and maintain emergency equipment	90	6
867-564	Ensure the proper functioning of an electric control circuit	60	4
867-578	Ensure the proper functioning of ventilation and air conditioning systems	120	8
867-584	Maintain a refrigeration system	60	4
867-593	Interpret plans and schematics	45	3
867-603	Ensure the proper functioning of a fire protection system	45	3
867-614	Analyze and troubleshoot an operating problem in a power plant	60	4
867-627	Use centralized control software and preventive maintenance software	105	7
867-638	Manage the energy efficiency of a power plant and building	120	8
867-641	Use job search techniques	15	1
		1800	120

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to this program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent, for example, an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary V studies, or a postsecondary diploma such as the Diploma of College Studies or a Bachelor's degree
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Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition for equivalent learning
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test (see the following table), or recognition of equivalent learning
OR
Persons who have obtained Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister are required to pursue general education courses, concurrently with their vocational training, in order to obtain the Secondary IV credits they lack in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in programs established by the Minister.

Functional Prerequisites

A person who has reached the age of 18 can be admitted to a program of study leading to a Diploma of vocational studies (DVS) based on functional prerequisites. These prerequisites, in place for those aged at least 18 years at the start date declared for the vocational training program, are: successful completion of the general development test (GDT) and obtaining and passing the tests relative to the specific prerequisites in the language of instruction and mathematics, if applicable.

This table indicates the new course codes for common core basic education (CCBE) and diversified basic education (DBE) required for the specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics for the targeted program of study. In the cases where the new course codes for the CCBE and the DBE are in progressive implementation, the old codes are indicated in parenthesis and are still valid. The equivalent course codes in basic education in the youth sector are also indicated in the table. When a DVS does not require any specific prerequisites in language of instruction or in mathematics, a (-) will be displayed in the appropriate field. Please note that the functional prerequisites do not apply to attestation of vocational specialty (AVS) programs.

Specific Prerequisites

Language of instruction		Second language		Mathematics
Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth	Adults	Youth
ENG-2102-4 ou (ENG-2062-3)	632-406 ou (630-416)	-	-	MTH-3053-2 ou (MTH-3015-2) ou (MTH-3016-2)	563-306 ou (568-314)

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Lanaudière

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CS Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier (Lanaudière)

Vocational Training Centre	Group	Status	D/E	Start Date
CDC Pont Viau - Édifice des Industries	—	—	—	—

CSS des Affluents

Vocational Training Centre	Group	D/E	Start Date
C.F.P. des Moulins – Édifice des Industries	MMFJA243	D	Feb. 3rd, 2025
	MMFJA951	D	Sept. 1st, 2025
	MMFJA952	D	Nov. 24th, 2025
	MMFJA253	D	Feb. 2nd, 2026

Montérégie

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Riverside SB

Vocational Training Centre	Group	D/E	Start Date
ACCESS - Annexe Sainte-Julie	RAC-SEM	D/E	Periodic entry
	SEM250129	D	Jan. 29th, 2025
	SEM240829	D	Aug. 29th, 2024

Stationary Engineer

Stationary engineers operate heating, refrigeration, air conditioning and water supply systems. They monitor, upkeep and repair thermal power stations in buildings and processing plants. It’s an occupation in a constantly changing field that requires problem solving. A career as a stationary engineer requires manual skills, focus, precision and concern for the environment and public health.