Dual Credit Power Engineering
Application Form
Instructions
Please complete the following application and attach:
 Grade Nine marks
 Science and Math Teacher
Recommendations
 ALIS Research
 Application is completed neatly
and in pen
 Record of Student Attendance
Please return to Ecole McTavish Student Services office or to the Career Café at
Westwood Community High School by Friday, June 16th, 2017
Westwood Community High School
3 Year Keyano Power Engineering Criteria
2017-18 Intake
Requirements to be considered:
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98% attendance in school (this does not include excused absences)
Above average or superior academic standing in math and science –above 80%.
Enrolled in Math 10C or AP and Science 10 for next school year
Capable of success in Math 30-1 or 30-2 and Physics 20/30 and Chemistry 20/30.
Demonstrated interest, motivation and a positive attitude toward pursuing a career in the field of
Power Engineering.
Understand and able to fulfill the physical requirements of Power Engineering
Create a 3 year plan of your courses to map out high school courses and graduation
requirements.
Must be able to a summer placement (6-8 weeks) and be able to meet all on site workforce
practices, personal and physical health status, drug and alcohol testing, driver’s license, and age
requirements of that site.
Summer placements are not guaranteed and are competitive
Teacher recommendations from grade 9 math and science teacher(s). If you have the same
teacher just do one recommendation.
For more information please contact:
Laura MacEachen
[email protected]
780-791-1986 x284
Applying for Power Engineering
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This is a very select program with only 3-4 grade 10 students will be selected and is three
year commitment.
Upfront Costs:
 Students are enrolled at Keyano College and therefore will have to pay a program fee of $450
which is due just before the school year begins.
 Textbook/Workbooks: $1300 and come in a 3 year package at Keyano Bookstore.
Application Package is due to Mrs. MacEachen in the Westwood High School Career
Café or Ecole McTavish Student Services by Friday, June 16th
Application Package Checklist:
o Research Power Engineering on ALIS-see handout
o Read through the physical demands sheet to ensure you are capable of this type of
career.
o Complete the application in full with pen.
o Include a grade 9 printout of course marks
o Print out of grade 9 attendance
Please email me if you have any questions
[email protected]
Deadline to apply for a 2017 FALL start is
Friday, June 16th, 2017
Student Information
Last Name
First Name:
Middle Name:
Address:
City:
Email
(mandatory):
Postal Code:
Home Phone:
School Name:
Birth Date:
mm
Cell Phone:
dd
yyyy
Canadian Citizen:
Graduation Year:
FNMI Information
Status / First Nations
Métis
Non-Status / First Nations
Inuit
Not Applicable
Parent/Guardian Information: (Please fill in completely.)
Parent 1 Name:
Work Phone:
Parent 2 Name:
Home Phone:
Cell:
Email (work):
Work Phone:
Home Phone:
Cell:
Email (home):
Email (work):
Email (home):
Student Agreement
 I, the applicant, certify the information given in and with this application, resume, and cover letter is true and complete to the best of my
knowledge and I am aware that this document may be viewed by employers for the purpose of determining potential industry placement.
 I agree to attend any safety courses or prerequisite courses or sessions as required.
 I understand that applying for any off-campus program does not guarantee that I will receive an employer provided worksite internship.
Student Signature:
Date
Parent/Guardian Agreement
As the internships provide real job experiences, students are treated like young adults, expected to show maturity and sound judgment. This is an
excellent opportunity for your son/daughter to gain confidence in making an educated career choice from their experience with the program.
Acceptance is based on your son/daughter’s expressed interest in this program, meeting the program criteria, and having the application approved
by the applicable school coordinator. The employer through the interview process makes final decisions on placements.
Special circumstances regarding program admission:
 I have read over the items that my son/daughter has filled in on this form and agree with the content statements provided by my son/daughter.
 I acknowledge and agree to the above terms.
 I agree that employers for the purpose of determining potential worksite placements may view the application along with the submitted resume
and cover letter. There are no guarantees that my son/daughter will receive an employer worksite placement/internship.
Parent Signature:
Date
Placements (Parents please note.)
Summer placement will be organized through Careers the Next Generation. Off-Campus programs are dependent on the
availability of suitable worksites. Employers often request interviews and retain the right to select candidates. Every attempt will be
made to secure worksite internships for each student that applies and is accepted into the program; however, neither the School nor
CAREERS: The Next Generation can guarantee that every student will be placed.
 If you know of a placement opportunity for your student, please contact your school’s off-campus coordinator or your local CAREERS director
with information on that placement and they can assist in securing that placement for your student.
 If you are an employer that would consider taking a student, please contact either the school’s off-campus coordinator and your local
CAREERS director for more information on the program and how you can get involved in assisting youth make educated career choices.
Math Teacher Recommendation Form
It is in the best interests of the student, the school, and the community, that a student who takes part in off-campus education
activities outside of the school, under the supervision of the school, be perceived in a positive manner. When assessing the
eligibility of a student for Power Engineering, it is important that all are confident that your school is well represented. To that
end we ask you to provide information on the student as identified below.
Based on your instructional experience in working with this student, place a check mark () on each numbered line below the ratings of 1 (low)
through 10 (excellent).
Student Name:
School Subject:
Low
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Attitude
Attendance
Punctuality
Ability to independently complete tasks
Effective use of learning time
Ability to meet deadlines
Work Quality
Ability to be a productive team member
Demonstrates respect
Demonstrates maturity
Demonstrates responsibility
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14.
Demonstrates initiation
Demonstrates sound judgement
Demonstrates problem solving ability
15.
Demonstrates leadership
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Excellent
Further
Comments:
I recommend that the above student be accepted into the Dual Credit Power Engineer Program
Yes
Uncertain
Teacher Name:
Teacher Signature:
School: ____________________
Phone:
Email:
No
Science Teacher Recommendation Form- If the same as math please complete one.
It is in the best interests of the student, the school, and the community, that a student who takes part in off-campus education
activities outside of the school, under the supervision of the school, be perceived in a positive manner. When assessing the
eligibility of a student for Power Engineering, it is important that all are confident that your school is well represented. To that
end we ask you to provide information on the student as identified below.
Based on your instructional experience in working with this student, place a check mark () on each numbered line below the ratings of 1 (low)
through 10 (excellent).
Student Name:
Grade:
Low
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2.
3.
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14.
Attitude
Attendance
Punctuality
Ability to independently complete tasks
Effective use of learning time
Ability to meet deadlines
Work Quality
Ability to be a productive team member
Demonstrates respect
Demonstrates maturity
Demonstrates responsibility
Demonstrates initiative
Demonstrates sound judgement
Demonstrates problem solving ability
15.
Demonstrates leadership
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5
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Excellent
Further
Comments:
I recommend that the above student be accepted into the Dual Credit Power Engineer Program
Yes
Uncertain
Teacher Name:
Subject(s) Taught (list):
Teacher Signature:
School:
Phone: _______________
Email:
No
Power Engineer Research
Go to alis.alberta.ca
 Scroll down a little until you see Occupations in Alberta
 Then scroll down to Occupations and click on it
 Next click on Explore and type in power engineer in the
search
Answer the following questions on a separate piece of paper
and attach to the application package.
1. Define a power engineer’s job.
2. List 5 duties of a power engineer.
3. Describe the working conditions of a power engineer.
4. Below are the characteristics of a power engineer. Pick two
and describe how you relate in your own life to two of the
characteristics.
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mechanical and electrical aptitude
good vision, hearing, manual dexterity and eye-hand co-ordination
good communication skills in person and in writing
good organizational and decision making skills
the ability to read and interpret blueprints and other plant drawings
the ability to work safely and efficiently
the ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Power engineers should enjoy controlling and operating manual
and automated systems, analyzing information and solving
problems, and having clear rules and organized methods for their
work.
THREE YEAR EDUCATION PLAN
The idea is to plan your courses according to the career(s) you are
interested in pursuing.
Grade 10
Science 10
Option Course
English 10
Option Course
Math 10C
Power Engineering x2 semesters
Social Studies 10
Summer School (optional)
Grade 11
Summer School (optional)
Grade 12
Summer School (optional)