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Instrumentation Engineering Technology

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Program Information

School:SAIT
Faculty:MacPhail School of Energy
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Instrumentation Technology/Technician
Description:Through courses combining theory with hands-on learning in a modern lab, train to be an instrumentation technologist, studying control system design and computer-based processes for work in a wide range of industries, including oil and gas refining and petrochemical processing.


Instrumentation Engineering Technology provides students with sound theoretical and practical training in the operation and maintenance of automated process control and measurement systems used in the production of various commodities. Instrumentation technologists use electronic test equipment to install, troubleshoot, calibrate, maintain and repair electrical/electronic measurement and control instruments. Students will learn about pneumatic devices, control valves, electronic instruments, digital logic devices, computer based process controls and control system design. Students also become well versed in personal computer applications in instrumentation, process control systems design, Fieldbus™ SCADA, PLC, distributed control system design and interfacing of industrial microcomputer control systems with real processes. Modern laboratory facilities include pilot-scale versions of processes found in various industries and a fully equipped control room.
URL:Instrumentation Engineering Technology at SAIT
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $19,584
Careers:Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Technologists and TechniciansIndustrial Instrument Technicians and Mechanics

Admission Requirements

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*60
Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 Pure Mathematics 
  •  Grade11 Physics 
  •  Grade11 Chemistry 
  •  Grade12 English 
Completion of the following courses or their equivalents:



At least 60% in Math 30-1 or Pure Math 30, or 75% in Math 30-2,


At least 60% in English Language Arts 30-1 or 75% in English Language Arts 30-2,

At least 60% in Physics 20,
At least 60% in Chemistry 20.


All applicants must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada.

* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on August 04, 2022