EN 128 - 4th Class Power Engineering Part A Online
10 Credits
Outline Effective Date: 2021 Fall Version #14
Revised: Feb 10, 2021 Approved: Jun 10, 2021
Course Description:
This is a self-paced online course study of the Pan Global 4th Class Power Engineering material leading to provincial certification. The SOPEEC curriculum, which is used by all provincial power engineering regulatory bodies, has been used as a benchmark for the development of this course.
Rationale:
This course is of particular interest to students looking for a new career or are presently employed as field operators or working with small boilers. Candidates who are considering a career in Power Engineering in their province of residence or work, may be required to successfully complete an approved course. Lakeland College is an approved program with ABSA in the province of Alberta. For those outside of Alberta needing to transfer the course completion please check with your provincial jurisdiction.
By successfully completing both this course and EN 129 (Part B) the student is provided with the theoretical knowledge necessary to challenge the provincial government Fourth Class Power Engineer’s Certificate of Competency examination. In order to obtain the Lakeland College credential of 4th Class Power Engineering, the student will need to pass EN 128, EN 129 and obtain the steam time in EN 131 or QTRA 231.
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Course Learning Outcomes:
Depending upon which province the student is located, upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to
- apply to write their provincial government examination for the Part A 4th Class Power Engineering examination because they will be eligible; or
- challenge Part A and B provincial government examinations if BOTH EN 128 (Part A) and EN 129 (Part B) are complete with Lakeland College– once completed the Part A course the student receives a completion letter to submit to the appropriate government regulatory body to challenge the government Part A exam. Once completed the Part B course the student receives a completion letter to submit to the appropriate government regulatory body to challenge the government Part B exam. Once both exams are completed successfully and 6 months of steam time is approved by the regulatory body or EN 131 or a 200-hour approved steam lab (QTRA 231), a 4th class power engineering certificate is issued
Required Resource Materials:
Required Resources:
Power Engineering - The Industry Standard Fourth Class Part A Textbooks, Unit 1 through 12;
Edition 3.0/3.5; PanGlobal Training Systems Ltd, Publication date 2017.
PanGlobal Extract of CSA Standards B51 & B52; Publication date 2012 or newer.
PanGlobal Academic Supplement 2.0 - Steam Tables, Refrigeration Tables & Handbook of
Formula & Constants
PanGlobal ASME Academic Extract Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code Volume 1 Abstract; 2018
Edition. 2007 Edition is still acceptable.
Provincial Boiler & Pressure Vessel Acts and Regulations (for your specific province)
Optional Resource:
PanGlobal Power Engineering 4th Class Workbook - Part A (Edition 3)
Basic Mathematics & Physical Sciences Problem & Solutions Workbook for Power Engineering;
PanGlobal Engineering Training Systems, First Edition
Required Materials:
Scientific calculator
Optional Resource Materials:
None
Conduct of Course:
This is a blended learning environment. The basis of study is from the PanGlobal materials, supplemented with several learning videos embedded within the course content and continued facilitator input and support.
To successfully complete all aspects of the course, the student is expected to follow the suggested timeline for reading assignments and section exams.
To complete the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to obtain their Fourth Class Power Engineer’s Certificate of Competency, the student must also complete:
EN 129 (Part B)
QTRA 231 (4th Class Steam Lab) …. Or equivalent within Industry or with another approved school/college.
Attendance
Weekly reading assignments are suggested in the Recommended Time Frame/Schedule. The student is expected to use it as a guideline to successfully complete the course work. Section exams remain open for the duration of the allocated four (4) month timeframe.
Content of Course:
Part A:
Unit A1 Elementary Mechanics and Dynamics
Chapter 1: Introduction to Basic Mechanics
Chapter 2: Forces and Moments
Chapter 3: Simple Machines
Chapter 4: Scalars & Vectors
Chapter 5: Linear Velocity and Acceleration
Chapter 6: Force, Work, Pressure, Power and Energy
Chapter 7: Friction
Chapter 8: Stress and Strain
Chapter 9: Power Transmission
Unit A2 Chemical and Thermodynamic Principles
Chapter 1: Introduction to Matter and Chemistry
Chapter 2: Introduction to Thermodynamics
Chapter 3: Introduction to Heat Transfer and Heat Exchangers
Chapter 4: Thermodynamics of Steam
Unit A3 Legislation, Codes and Standards
Chapter 1: Introduction to Power Engineering
Chapter 2: Jurisdictional Legislation for Power Engineers
Chapter 3: Codes & Standards for Power Engineers & Pressure Vessels
Unit A4 Plant and Fire Safety
Chapter 1: Introduction to Plant Safety
Chapter 2: Plant Safety Programs
Chapter 3: Handling of Dangerous Materials
Chapter 4: Plant Fire Safety
Chapter 5: Fire Extinguishing Methods and Equipment
Unit A5 Introduction to Plant Operations and the Environment
Chapter 1: Introduction to Environment
Chapter 2: Gas & Noise Emissions
Chapter 3: Liquid and Solid Emissions
Unit A6 Elements of Material Science and Welding Technology
Chapter 1: Energy Plant Construction and Operation Materials
Chapter 2: Introduction to Welding
Chapter 3: Welding and Pressure Vessel Inspection
Unit A7 Introductory Fluid Handling Technology
Chapter 1: Introduction to Energy Plant Piping Systems
Chapter 2: Introduction to Energy Plant Valves
Unit A8 Basic Concepts in Electrotechnology
Chapter 1: Basic Electricity
Chapter 2: Magnetism and Electromagnetism
Chapter 3: Electrical Metering Devices
Chapter 4: Motors and Generators
Chapter 5: Transformers
Chapter 6: Electrical Distribution Circuits
Unit A9 Energy Plant Instrumentation and Controls
Chapter 1: Introduction to Energy Plant Controls and Instrumentation
Chapter 2: Introduction to Process Measurement
Chapter 3: Basic Control and Instrumentation Components
Chapter 4: Introduction to Programmable Controllers
Chapter 5: Electronic Control Systems and Computer Applications
Chapter 6: Electrical Control Systems
Unit A10 Fundamental Industrial Communication Skills
Chapter 1: Energy Plant Sketching
Chapter 2: Plant Diagrams and Drawings
Chapter 3: Plant Communications
Unit A11 Introduction to Boiler Designs
Chapter 1: Introduction to Boilers
Chapter 2: Fire Tube Boilers
Chapter 3: Water Tube Boilers
Chapter 4: Electric Boilers
Chapter 5: Special Boiler Designs for Heating Plants
Chapter 6: Differences Between Power and Heating Boilers
Unit A12 Elements of Boiler Systems
Chapter 1: Combustion
Chapter 2: Fuel Delivery and Firing Systems
Chapter 3: Draft
Chapter 4: Feedwater Systems
Chapter 5: Blowoff and Blowdown Systems
Chapter 6: Boiler Fireside Cleaning Systems
Course Assessments:
The final grade is determined by five (5) section exams and a final examination.
5 Section Exams…… …..50%
1 Final Examination…….50%
- Official final grades will be available on My Lakeland. Grades posted in D2L should be considered interim grades.
- “Lakeland College is committed to the highest academic standards. Students are expected to be familiar with Lakeland College policies and to abide by these policies. Violations of these policies are considered to be serious and may result in suspension or expulsion from the College.”
Course Pass Requirements:
A minimum grade of C+(65%) (1.00) is required to pass this course.
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Letter
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F
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C+
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B-
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B
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B+
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A-
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A
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A+
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Percent Range
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0-64
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65-69
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70-74
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75-79
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80-84
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85-89
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90-94
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95-100
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Points
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0.00
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2.30
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2.70
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3.00
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3.30
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3.70
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4.00
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4.0
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Every effort has been made to ensure that information in this course outline is accurate at the time of publication. Lakeland College reserves the right to change courses if it becomes necessary so that course content remains relevant.
In such cases, the instructor will give students clear and timely notice of changes.
No part of this course outline may be reproduced in any form or resold without written permission from Lakeland College.
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