Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

College Diploma – Instrumentation Engineering Technology

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Canada

College / Diploma CA$20,580/yr

Program overview

The Instrumentation Engineering Technology program provides rigorous theoretical and practical training in the operation, maintenance, and design of automated process control and measurement systems used across industrial production sectors.

  • Core Curriculum: Covers pneumatic devices, control valves, electronic and digital logic instruments, PLC, SCADA, distributed control systems, and computer-based process control.

  • Practical Training: Utilizes modern laboratory facilities equipped with pilot-scale industrial processes and a fully equipped control room.

  • Job Insights:

    • Canada: Average salary of $75,210/yr (Range: $51K – $107K) | 185 jobs advertised (July 2026).

    • Alberta: Average salary of $83,807/yr (Range: $53K – $111K) | 21 jobs advertised (July 2026).

Eligibility & requirements

Academic Background:

  • Minimum Level of Education Completed: Grade 12 / High School

  • Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Language Requirements:

  • Minimum Language Test Scores: IELTS 6.0 | TOEFL 80.0 | PTE 53.0 | Duolingo 115

  • Conditional Admission: Available by completing English courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

Additional notes

PGWP Ineligibility: This program is NOT eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP). The PGWP Program enables graduates to gain valuable Canadian work experience based on fields corresponding to long-term occupational shortages.

IRCC Disclaimer: The final decision on PGWP approval rests solely with Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). Students are advised to check eligibility criteria on the official IRCC website.

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