Niagara Catholic District School Board

Program Details

The Energy SHSM offers Grade 11 and 12 students an exciting chance to explore the dynamic field of energy, including renewable energy, electrical systems, and energy efficiency as they investigate education and career pathways.

A bundle of Credits: Students must complete a bundle of nine senior credits,  which includes:

·     Four major credits in Energy, which can include courses in renewable energy, electical engineering, and environmental science. 

• One English credit.
• One Mathematics credit.
• One additional credit in Business, Science, or Canadian and World Studies

*Sample Grade 11 and 12 Course Selections for University Bound Students Studying Energy  

*Contact Student Services at your school for course availability and planning support

Two Co-operative Education Credits related to the Energy Sector. Apprenticeship, College, or Workplace bound students can take FOUR or more credits in co-op while fulfilling graduation requirements.

Certifications and Training: Students must complete sector-recognized certifications and training, such as:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Level C
• Standard First Aid
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Experiential Learning: Opportunities for hands-on learning through co-operative education placements, job shadowing, and field trips.

• Reach Ahead Experiences: Activities that connect students with their postsecondary goals, such as visits to colleges, universities, or workplaces.
• Sector-Partnered Experiences: Activities that involve working with industry partners to gain real-world experience.

Example of Experiential Learning  

A Energy SHSM field trip could visit a renewable energy facility, such as a wind farm or solar power plant. They would tour the facility, interact with energy professionals, and learn about sustainable energy technologies and their impact on the environment and economy.

Career Opportunities: 

Workplace Pathway:

Examples of careers include solar panel installer, who ensures homes and businesses harness solar power; wind turbine technician, maintaining the giants that generate clean energy; and energy auditor, improving energy efficiency in buildings.

College Pathway:

Careers include energy systems technician, specializing in energy system installation and maintenance; environmental technician, protecting natural resources; and renewable energy technician, focusing on sustainable energy solutions.

University Pathway:

Careers may include energy engineer, designing innovative energy solutions; environmental engineer, tackling environmental challenges sustainably; and mechanical engineer, developing advanced mechanical systems for energy efficiency.

Apprenticeship Pathway:

Examples of careers include electrician apprentice, learning to wire and maintain electrical systems; powerline technician apprentice, ensuring electrical grid reliability; and instrumentation and control technician apprentice, working with control systems in energy production.

Sample of Elective Certifications within Energy SHSM