Training Programs
Practical, Self-Paced Training for Energy and Infrastructure Professionals
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Each course in the bundle includes 90 days of access, desktop and mobile access, eligible professional development hours, and bundle pricing that saves compared to purchasing courses individually.
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Hydropower O&M Essentials Training Program
Bundle~6+hours | Designed for hydropower operators, engineers, and asset management teams seeking to improve reliability, reduce risk, and support better operational decisions.
$1,500
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Asset Management Foundations Training Program
Bundle~8+ hours | Build practical asset management capability with four self-paced courses covering core principles, asset life cycle, risk management, maintenance strategy, CAPEX and OPEX decisions, reliability, and long-term planning.
$1,500
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Hydropower O&M Introduction Module
Course • 15 lessonsLearn the fundamentals of hydropower operations and how plants generate electricity. Understand key systems, processes, and O&M practices that support safe, reliable, and efficient performance.
$500
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Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Module
Course • 18 lessonsLearn the essentials of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) in hydropower. Build awareness, prevent risks, and strengthen safety culture through practical tools, real-world examples, and best practices for sustainable operations.
$500
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Maintenance Strategy Module
Course • 13 lessonsLearn key Hydropower Operations and Maintenance practices in maintenance strategy, planning, and inspections. Improve safety, reliability, and asset performance with practical tools and industry-leading practices.
$500
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Financial Planning & Budgeting Module
Course • 10 lessonsLearn how to plan, budget, and manage hydropower Operations & Maintenance Finances. This module covers OPEX vs CAPEX, long-term and annual CAPEX planning, business case development, annual operating plans, and repair vs replace decision-making
$500
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Information Management Module
Course • 9 lessonsLearn how to manage data, documents, and knowledge across hydropower assets. This module covers data management, dashboards, KPIs, and staff training to improve decision-making, compliance, and operational performance.
$500
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Asset Management Foundations: Maintenance Strategy for Power & Renewable Energy
Course • 13 lessonsBuild a practical maintenance strategy for power and renewable energy assets. Explore maintenance approaches, maturity, task development, work management, outages, spares, condition monitoring, and continuous improvement.
Purchase$500
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Asset Management Foundations: Introductions
Course • 18 lessonsLearn how leading organizations turn assets into long-term value. This course covers Asset Management fundamentals, ISO 55000, IAM guidance, strategy, policy, SAMP, AMP, lifecycle thinking, and maturity assessment for practical implementation.
$500
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Asset Management Foundations: Asset Life Cycle
Course • 12 lessonsLearn how assets move through their life cycle, from acquisition and operation to maintenance, disposal, and long-term investment planning. Covers CAPEX, OPEX, maintenance strategy, economic life, and life cycle analysis.
$500
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Asset Management Foundations: Risk Management
Course • 13 lessonsPractical, asset-focused risk management training covering risk identification, analysis, evaluation, treatment, contingency planning, and continual review to support better asset management decisions.
$500
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is this training designed for?
This program is designed for operators, maintainers, engineers, and asset managers in the hydropower and renewable energy sectors. It’s ideal for both newcomers and experienced professionals who want to strengthen their technical and management skills.
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Do I receive a certificate after completing a module?
Absolutely. You’ll receive a Certificate of Completion from Sunbird Power Academy for each finished module, which can count toward professional development hours (PDHs) or continuing education credits.
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Is the course self-paced, and how long do I have access?
Yes — all courses are self-paced and available online. You’ll have 90 days of access to complete each module at your own pace, with the flexibility to start, pause, and resume anytime.
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How much does it cost, and are there bundle options?
Each course is priced at $500 CAD, while each training bundle is available for $1,500 CAD. We stand behind the quality of our training. If a course or bundle is not the right fit, learners may request a refund in accordance with our Terms of Use.
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How can you contact us?
Please contact us at [email protected] or visit sunbirdpower.ca/contact-us for team training, group enrolment, or corporate access inquiries.
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Can I access Sunbird Power Academy on a mobile app?
Yes. Sunbird Power Academy courses and community features are available through the Thinkific mobile app. You can use the app to: Access your enrolled courses from your phone or tablet Continue learning at your convenience, wherever you are Stay up to date with course and community activity Post questions, comments, and replies in the Sunbird Power Academy Community To get started, download the Thinkific mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Once the app is installed, search for Sunbird Power Academy and log in using your existing course credentials. For additional support, you can also refer to Thinkific’s mobile app help articles. Happy learning, Sunbird Power Academy