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Power your future with Conestoga's Motive Power Technician - Heavy Duty Equipment (Optional Co-op) program.
Do you enjoy working with engines, solving mechanical problems and getting your hands dirty? Conestoga's Motive Power Technician - Heavy Duty Equipment diploma program is designed for high school graduates who want to launch a career in the in-demand field of heavy equipment repair. In just two years, you'll gain the technical skills and real-world experience needed to service and maintain the machines that keep industries such as construction, mining and transportation moving.
This hands-on program includes Level 1 and Level 2 apprenticeship training equivalencies, giving you a head start toward certification. You'll learn from experienced faculty in a professional shop environment and explore career opportunities beyond the shop floor, including customer service, parts management, and business development.
What you'll learn
- Diagnostics, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty equipment systems
- Electrical systems, hydraulics and failure analysis
- Safe operation of tools and equipment in a professional shop setting
- Business and customer service skills for the heavy equipment industry
- Preparation for exemption from Levels 1 and 2 of apprenticeship training
Note:
- This is a highly competitive program. Apply by February 1 (for September), July 15 (for January) and Nov 1 (for May). See oversubscribed programs for more information.
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
The tuition and fee details for the 2026-2027 academic year (September 2026 to August 2027) are provided below for your selected intake. Please note that fees for the 2027-2028 academic year (September 2027 to August 2028) will be released in Spring 2027. Students continuing their studies into the 2027-2028 academic year should review the updated fee details when they become available. Additional costs for books and supplies may apply. All fees are subject to change and are reassessed annually.
The tuition and fee details for the 2026-2027 academic year (September 2026 to August 2027) are provided below for your selected intake. Please note that fees for the 2027-2028 academic year (September 2027 to August 2028) will be released in Spring 2027. Students continuing their studies into the 2027-2028 academic year should review the updated fee details when they become available. Additional costs for books and supplies may apply. All fees are subject to change and are reassessed annually.
2 Terms
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details (non co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2026 | Winter 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1374.96 | $1374.96 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $120.00 | $120.00 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $390.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $35.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $131.14 | $131.14 |
| *eText Fee | $667.00 | - |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $23.14 | - |
| ONE Card Fee | $9.50 | $9.50 |
| Student Services | $91.50 | $91.50 |
| Student Spaces | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $178.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $3350.24 | $1982.10 |
| Year Total | $5332.34 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
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International fee details (non co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2026 | Winter 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7738.39 | $7738.39 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $120.00 | $120.00 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $680.00 | - |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $345.00 | - |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $35.00 | - |
| CSI UPass Fee | $131.14 | $131.14 |
| *eText Fee | $667.00 | - |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $23.14 | - |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $9.50 | $9.50 |
| Student Services | $91.50 | $91.50 |
| Student Spaces | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $178.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $10723.67 | $8720.53 |
| Year Total | $19444.20 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
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2 Terms
Canadian
International
Canadian fee details (co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2026 | Winter 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1374.96 | $1374.96 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $120.00 | $120.00 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $390.00 | $261.30 |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $35.00 | $23.45 |
| CSI UPass Fee | $131.14 | $131.14 |
| *eText Fee | $667.00 | - |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $23.14 | - |
| ONE Card Fee | $9.50 | $9.50 |
| Program Services Fee | - | $191.33 |
| Student Services | $91.50 | $91.50 |
| Student Spaces | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $178.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $3350.24 | $2458.18 |
| Year Total | $5808.42 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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International fee details (co-op option)
| Description | Fall 2026 | Winter 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7738.39 | $7738.39 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 | $25.00 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $10.00 | $10.00 |
| CSI Association Fee | $120.00 | $120.00 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $680.00 | $455.60 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $345.00 | $231.15 |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $35.00 | $23.45 |
| CSI UPass Fee | $131.14 | $131.14 |
| *eText Fee | $667.00 | - |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 | $20.00 |
| HST | $23.14 | - |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $9.50 | $9.50 |
| Program Services Fee | - | $191.33 |
| Student Services | $91.50 | $91.50 |
| Student Spaces | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| *Supply Fee (Taxed) | $178.00 | - |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 | - |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $10723.67 | $9622.06 |
| Year Total | $20345.73 |
*The fee listed is for the current academic term and is subject to change. Confirmed costs will appear on your registration invoice. For the most up-to-date eText and course materials pricing, please refer to your personalized booklist.
Returning student tuition & fees
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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.
- If students are unable to complete their co-op requirements, in order to be eligible to graduate from the non co-op stream, they must take the Career Development (CDEV) course found in the co-op design of their program.
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 and no failed or dropped courses in Level 1.
- 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 - Cambridge – Reuter Dr.
This delivery sequence is for the non co-op option.
| FALL | WINTER | SPRING |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Class | Break |
| Class | Class |
This delivery sequence is for the co-op option.
| FALL | WINTER | SPRING |
|---|---|---|
| Class | Class | Work Term |
| Class | Class |