Everything you need to know to pass your boiler license exam!

South Central College's 8-hour Boiler Operator Exam Prep course is designed to equip you with everything you need to succeed on your licensing journey.

Whether you're aiming for a Special Engineer or Grade C license, our training program covers all the essential material to ensure you're fully prepared. Plus, we offer the flexibility to customize the class to include high-pressure boiler licenses, providing you with a comprehensive learning experience tailored to your needs.

What sets us apart is our commitment to convenience. Our training is conducted virtually on Zoom, allowing you to connect from the comfort of your workplace or home office. All you need is an internet-connected device, webcam, and mic – no travel required!

Led by an expert instructor with over 30 years of experience in the field, our prep course offers unparalleled insights and guidance. You'll receive downloadable study materials and practice tests with answer keys, ensuring you're well-equipped for exam day.

Course Topics:

• Thermodynamics
• Boiler & System Types
• Safety Devices
• Instrumentation & Controls
• Steam Systems
• Feedwater Systems
• Combustion Theory & Systems
• Water Treatment Chemistry
• Plant Operations & Maintenance

What's Included:

• 8 hours of live training on Zoom
• Study materials (digital download)
• Practice exams with answer keys

What Students are Saying:

"Very friendly and knowledgeable, easy to follow along and my understanding of boiler operations and parts grew significantly while following along. I would strongly recommend this class to anyone interested in this career path." - Anonymous

"Great course and instructor. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone thinking about obtaining their MN Boiler license." - Richard W.

"It was a very good course and well run. If I need to take a future course I will be signing up with John again." - Dan. F.

State Licensing and Exam Information:

This class is intended for exam prep only. In order to take the state exam, you must submit an application and schedule your exam through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry.

For more information, visit: http://www.dli.mn.gov/workers/boiler-engineer/licensing-boiler-engineer.

About the Instructor:

John Glynn is currently employed as a boiler and pressure vessel inspector. He began operating high pressure boilers in 1975 and also holds a current Chief A Minnesota Boiler Operators license.

This class is completely virtual. You will join the Zoom classroom using your own computer from wherever you choose (home, work, or other location). Please DO NOT travel to campus for this class. 

Zoom Link & Course Materials:
The Zoom link and digital course materials will be emailed several days prior to the class date. Download the course materials to your computer and/or print them out before the class.

Equipment Requirements:

• Computer with webcam, microphone, and high-speed internet.
• Plan to have your video camera on during the training to actively participate in the class.

Cancellation Policy:

• A full refund or a transfer to a new class date will be issued if the request is made at least 3 business days prior to the class. Requests must be made by calling 507-389-7203 or emailing cwe@southcentral.edu.
• No refunds or transfers will be provided if the request is made less than 3 business days before the class date.