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Program description - September 2026
Power up your future with Conestoga's Powerline Technician program.
Do you enjoy working outdoors, solving problems and using your hands? Conestoga's Powerline Technician program is a skills-based, two-year diploma designed for high school graduates who want to launch a high-demand career in the electrical utility industry.
You'll train in our dedicated on-site powerline yard, using real industry equipment and vehicles to learn how to build, maintain and repair overhead and underground power distribution systems.
With strong co-op opportunities, hands-on training and the potential to begin an apprenticeship as a Powerline Technician (434A), this program gives you the tools to succeed in a career that keeps communities connected and powered.
What you'll learn
- Construction and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems
- Safe operation of industry-standard vehicles and climbing equipment
- Underground and overhead line work using real-world tools and techniques
- Occupational health and safety procedures and regulatory requirements
- Preparation for apprenticeship and industry certifications
Note:
- This is a highly competitive program. Apply by February 1 (for September). See oversubscribed programs for more information.
- Students living outside of Ontario are not eligible to apply.
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
Tuition and fee details for programs starting September 2026 and later will be available Spring 2026. ​Listed below are the tuition and fee details for the 2025-2026 academic year (September 2025 to August 2026) for your selected intake. Books and supplies may be additional.
Tuition and fee details for programs starting September 2026 and later will be available Spring 2026. ​Listed below are the tuition and fee details for the 2025-2026 academic year (September 2025 to August 2026) for your selected intake. Books and supplies may be additional.
2 Terms
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details (non co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $59.16 | $59.16 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $354.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | - |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 | $8.50 |
| Student Services | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $16.20 | $16.20 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $2158.02 | $1699.02 |
| Year Total | $3857.04 |
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International fee details (non co-op option)
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2 Terms
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details (co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2025 | Winter 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 | $1348.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $59.16 | $59.16 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $354.00 | $237.18 |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $30.00 | $20.10 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 | $8.50 |
| Program Services Fee | - | $382.67 |
| Student Services | $89.00 | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $16.20 | $16.20 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $2158.02 | $2338.97 |
| Year Total | $4496.99 |
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Program device & software requirements
This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.
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Co-op information
- Co-op programs add value to your education. Earn money while you apply what you've learned in a real workplace environment. Visit Co-operative education for more information.
- The College cannot guarantee co-op employment. All co-op students are required to conduct an independent co-op job search in addition to the supports and services provided by the Department of Co-op Education.
- Students are responsible for their own transportation and associated costs in order to complete work term requirements. Work locations may not always be readily accessible by public transportation.
- In order for a student to participate in a WIL experience/Co-op work term, students must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
Applying to the co-op stream
- All applicants apply to the non co-op program. Students will be informed of the application deadline and process to apply for the Co-op Stream. Labour market conditions determine the number of co-op seats in optional co-op programs. Not every student who meets academic eligibility requirements will be admitted to the co-op stream.
- To be considered for admission to the co-op stream, students are required to achieve a minimum 70% session weighted average in Level 1, and no failed or dropped courses.
- International students will require work permits to utilize the co-op job board for job search and to accept employment. Students are currently experiencing longer than usual wait times for work permits. Please be advised that there will be no co-op program service fee refunds after the program withdrawal for refund date. Students that have not received their work permit and choose to remain in co-op after the program withdrawal for refund date do so at their own risk and will not be refunded. If you are concerned about receiving your work permit in time to achieve co-op employment, please discuss your situation with your co-op advisor as early as possible.
Delivery sequence - September 2026 - Ingersoll Skills Training Centre
This delivery sequence is for the non co-op option.
| FALL | WINTER | SPRING |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Class | Break |
| Class | Break | Class |
This delivery sequence is for the co-op option.
| FALL | WINTER | SPRING |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Class | Work Term |
| Class | Work Term | Class |