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Power a sustainable future with Conestoga's Renewable Energy Techniques program.
Are you passionate about clean energy and want to be part of the green revolution? Conestoga's Renewable Energy Techniques one-year certificate program is designed for high school graduates who want to launch a career in the fast-growing field of renewable energy and sustainable technologies. This hands-on program gives you the skills to design, install, and maintain solar, wind and other alternative energy systems.
The program is centered around four key themes: renewable power generation, energy storage and management, sustainable building practices, and electrical systems and safety. You'll gain practical experience using industry-standard tools and cutting-edge technologies, from solar panels to battery storage and energy modeling. Graduates are prepared to support the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future.
What you'll learn
- Installation and maintenance of solar (PV and thermal), wind, hydro and biofuel systems
- Battery storage technologies, including lead-acid and lithium-ion systems
- Energy modelling, grid integration and system optimization
- Green building practices, LEED standards and sustainable construction
- Electrical safety, diagnostics and system grounding fundamentals
Program details
Estimated tuition & fees
Tuition and fee details for programs starting September 2027 and later will be available Spring 2027. Listed below are the tuition and fee details for the 2026-2027 academic year (September 2026 to August 2027) for your selected intake. Books and supplies may be additional.
Tuition and fee details for terms starting September 2027 and later will be available Spring 2027.
1 Term
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International
Canadian fee details
| Description | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
| Full-time Program Tuition | $1348.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $104.04 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $116.82 |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $20.10 |
| CSI UPass Fee | $124.91 |
| *eText Fee | $59.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $71.50 |
| Student Services | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $2314.25 |
*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
| Description | Spring 2026 |
|---|---|
| International Program Tuition | $7513.00 |
| Administration Fee | $25.00 |
| Capital Development Fee | $84.22 |
| CSI Advocacy Fee | $8.16 |
| CSI Association Fee | $104.04 |
| CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) | $196.35 |
| CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee | $101.64 |
| CSI Legal Care Fee | $20.10 |
| CSI UPass Fee | $124.91 |
| *eText Fee | $59.00 |
| Graduation/Alumni Services Fee | $20.00 |
| ISR (International Student Recovery) | $375.00 |
| ONE Card Fee | $8.50 |
| Recreation/Athletics Fee | $71.50 |
| Student Services | $89.00 |
| Technology Enhancement Fee | $110.00 |
| CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) | $75.00 |
| CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) | $10.00 |
| CSI Student Events Fee (optional) | $35.00 |
| Sustainability Fee (optional) | $5.00 |
| Term Total | $9035.42 |
*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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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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Delivery sequence - May 2027 - Kitchener – Doon
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