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Asset Management Professional

Developed in 2014, the Asset  Management Professional (AMP) certification program introduces participants to the latest in strategic asset management thinking, builds knowledge and skill in key subject areas, including risk and knowledge management and provides tools for strategic decision making at each stage of the asset life cycle. 

The program is designed for  mid-career professionals, from a variety of backgrounds, including engineering, business management and information technology, responsible for managing decisions with respect to an asset's core life cycle functions, such as design, selection, operation and maintenance. 

Content in the six courses promote discussion on asset management models and tools, organization cross functional alignment and return on investment, providing participants with broad, practical understanding and a readiness to collaborate with others in their organization in the promotion and implementation of asset management principles.

Features & Benefits

Individual

 

Foundation for career progression

Confidence and capabilities in asset management knowledge

Collaboration with others to continuously improve

Recognition from top employers

Organization 

 

Focus on ROI; better decision making

One language, one team approach

Leading practices 

Cross-functional alignment

The Courses

Course 1 - Asset Management Principles and Strategic Development

Learn how to develop the organizational capability for engaging the workforce to achieve excellent Asset Management performance. Topics include: organizational structure analysis to identify changes needed for a holistic asset management approach, change management, project management, systems thinking, training needs assessment, customer-supplier relationships, adaptive organizations and cultural discipline.(30 hours)

Course 2 - Asset Management Capabilities Development

Learn how to develop the organizational capability for engaging the workforce to achieve excellent Asset Management performance. Topics include: organizational structure analysis to identify changes needed for a holistic asset management approach, change management, project management, systems thinking, training needs assessment, customer-supplier relationships, adaptive organizations and cultural discipline. (30 hours)

Course 3 - Risk Management & Performance Improvement

Obtain an overview of Risk Management tools and techniques and how these techniques can be used to drive performance improvement through the planning, decision-making and operational phases of any corporate objective. See risk management in the context of holistic Asset Management in which all classes of assets are included - physical assets / equipment, knowledge / information assets, human resources and strategic assets. (30 hours)

Course 4 - Developing and Implementing Asset Lifecycle Delivery Activities

Gain an understanding of different characteristics and requirements for managing assets through the asset lifecycle delivery stages from asset acquisition, through asset operations and maintenance, to asset disposal. Learn when to use various strategies and tactics and practice applying them to real-world examples. (30 hours)

Course 5 - Asset Knowledge Management

Study asset information and knowledge management across the full asset lifecycle from the front-end engineering design through the to the “operate and maintain” phase and eventually to asset retirement. Referring to ISO 14224, the course provides a strategic level view of the important role that information and Knowledge Management plays in an asset dependent organization. (30 hours)

Course 6 - Capstone

Review the elements of the previous courses and take the opportunity to bring the concepts together in an applied project that requires the development of an Asset Management Policy and Strategy for an organization as well as the development and implementation of an Asset Management Plan for a particular class of assets. (30 hours)


Program Delivery

 

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The Asset Management Professional courses are delivered through Northern Lakes College, through asynchronous online learning.

Each course is broken down into ‘weeks’ of work. Complete weekly activities on your own schedule, and find opportunities to connect with classmates and instructors through the online discussion forums.

A variety of courses are available each Fall, Winter and Spring term.

AMP Course Schedule

AMP Course Dates
Course 1 - Principles and Strategic Development Tues. Apr 15 - Jun 23, 2025
Course 2 - Asset Management Capabilities Development Tues. Apr 15 - Jun 23, 2025
Course 3 -  Risk Management & Performance Improvement Tues. Apr 15 - Jun 23, 2025
Course 4 - Developing and Implementing Asset Lifecycle Delivery Activities Fall 2025
Course 5 - Asset Knowledge Management Tues. Apr 15 - Jun 23, 2025
Course 6 - Capstone  Tues. Apr 15 - Jun 23, 2025

Note: schedule subject to change. Please confirm directly with Northern Lakes College for the most current information.

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PEMAC Recognition

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CAMP Certification

Completing all six courses the program is a permanent accomplishment. You will receive a certificate of completion from the teaching institution where you studied that does not expire.

The CAMP certification from PEMAC, is an education based certification that provides the right to use the letters "CAMP" behind your name. This is distinct from the education program, and is granted to those who have successfully completed, or received credit through Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR), for the six courses of the AMP education program and who maintain the requirements of certification. A separate application to PEMAC is required. 

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Competency-Based Certifications

Completion of the AMP program will have the depth of asset management knowledge required for one of PEMAC's asset management competency-based certifications depending on assessment of competency based on work experience. 

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External Recognition

  • Alberta Environment and Parks Water and Wastewater Operator certification for CEU credits
  • Qualifies for continuing professional development for engineers and engineering technologists. Consult your provincial engineering or CET association for more information.
  • Canadian Network of Asset Managers (CNAM) Education, Research and Training committee
  • For a list of employers who have mentioned AMP Certification in their job postings see the CAMP Certification page

What Graduates are Saying

Testimonials

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