Motive Power Technician – Heavy

Train to Work on the Machines That Drive Industry Forward

If you're passionate about working with large, powerful machinery, the Motive Power Technician – Heavy Equipment program at Northern College is your gateway to a high-demand career in heavy-duty equipment repair and maintenance. This two-year diploma program prepares you for hands-on roles in industries such as construction, forestry, mining, and transportation.

Learn to Diagnose, Repair, and Maintain Heavy Equipment

This program provides comprehensive training in diagnosing and repairing heavy-duty mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems. You’ll develop a strong technical foundation and craftsmanship that meets the standards of today’s industrial workplaces. Training is delivered in a realistic apprenticeship-style environment, with a focus on:

Hands-On Skills and Technical Knowledge You’ll Gain

Students will learn to analyze and fix various heavy equipment components and systems, including:

You'll use modern diagnostic and testing equipment to ensure repair accuracy and performance optimization.

Real-World Career Opportunities for Graduates

Graduates of the Heavy Equipment Technician program are in high demand across multiple sectors. You’ll be qualified to work in a wide range of environments, including:

Job titles may include:

Program Requirements
  • Academic Requirement: The applicant must have completed Grade 12.
  • ELP Requirement: IELTS: 6.0 overall, one section can be 5.5. TOEFL iBT: Minimum 79. PTE: 58 or higher for Graduate Diploma
  • Special Requirement: Minimum of 60% in Mathematics and English are required.
Refund Policy

We understand that things can change. If you need to cancel your enrollment, here’s how refunds and deferrals work:

❌ Visa Refusal – Withdrawal Before or After Day 10 (Semester Not Completed)

  • If your visa is refused and you withdraw before or after Day 10, but you haven’t finished the semester:

    • A $500 CAD fee will be taken from your refund.

    • You must submit the original visa refusal letter and all required documents for the refund.

❌ Visa Refusal – Withdrawal After Completing the Semester

  • If you complete the semester and then your visa is refused:

    • No refund for that semester. The full tuition fee for that term is kept.

    • You still need to submit the original visa refusal letter and documents.

✅ Withdrawal or Refund Request Before Day 10 (Not Due to Visa Refusal)

  • If you withdraw before Day 10 for any reason other than a visa refusal:

    • A $1,860 CAD administrative fee will be deducted from your refund.

    • There are no exceptions to this fee.

❌ Withdrawal or Refund Request After Day 10 (Not Due to Visa Refusal)

  • If you withdraw after Day 10 for any reason other than a visa refusal:

    • You won’t get a refund, and the full semester fee will be kept.

✅ One-Time Deferral Policy (Due to Visa Delay)

  • If your visa is delayed, you can defer to the next intake without paying the extra $100 application fee.

  • This is only possible if there’s still space available in your program or a similar one.

Key Facts
  • Application Fee: $100
  • LOA Deposit: $2,500
  • Annual Tuition Fee: $16,816
  • Total Tuition Fee: $33,632
  • Course Duration: 2 years
  • Credentials: Diploma
  • Intake: September 2025
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Checklist
  • Copy of passport
  • All academic transcripts
  • All academic certificates
  • IELTS/PTE/TOEFL/Duolingo - if applicable
  • Student Email ID:
  • Student Contact No:
  • Student Address:
  • Emergency Contact details:
    • Name:
    • Email ID :
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    • Relation with student:

IF ONSHORE STUDENT

  • Stamped copy of visa
  • LOI
  • Study permit
  • Canadian Address:
  • Canadian Contact No:
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