College Certificate – Gas Turbine Technician

The Gas Turbine Technician college certificate program provides hands-on technical training to equip students with the skills required to inspect, repair, maintain, and test gas turbine engines in both the aviation and industrial sectors.

• Core Focus & Curriculum: Covers aviation and industrial turbine systems, small and large engine theoretical concepts, human factors in maintenance, regulatory airworthiness, advanced diagnostics, and precision inspection practices. Training takes place in specialized hangars and labs at SAIT’s main campus and the Art Smith Aero Centre.

• Practical Capabilities: Trains students to troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, balance, and test complex gas turbine engines powering modern aircraft and industrial energy systems.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $63,623/yr (Range: $42K – $91K) | 891 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $70,924/yr (Range: $50K – $93K) | 139 jobs advertised (July 2026).

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 language courses prior to entering the academic program if acceptable language test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Ineligibility: As a standalone 1-year certificate program under 2 years, 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) based on official criteria.

General Admission Note: Program requirements serve only as a guide and do not guarantee admission. Valid language test results are required for direct admission before receiving a final offer letter.