College Diploma – Machining Technology (Optional Co-op)

The Machining Technology 2-year diploma program prepares students for high-precision manufacturing careers as skilled machinists, combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced computer-controlled technology.

• Core Focus & Curriculum: Hands-on training in setting up, programming, and operating precision machinery and CNC equipment. Students learn to manufacture and modify metal components to extremely fine tolerances using CNC mills, CNC lathes, electrical discharge machines (EDM), coordinate measuring machines (CMM), and conventional machine tools (mills, drills, grinders).

• Apprenticeship Equivalency: Graduates achieve recognized technical training equivalent to all four periods of the Alberta Machinist apprenticeship program, placing them in high demand across manufacturing sectors.

• Career Opportunities: Graduates can work as machinist technicians, machinist specialists, CNC programmers, or pursue related careers as industrial mechanics and field heat treatment technicians.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $57,525/yr (Range: $40K – $82K) | 798 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $64,488/yr (Range: $42K – $91K) | 119 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 courses prior to the academic program if valid test scores are not yet provided.

PGWP Eligibility: This program is PGWP eligible for international students, provided they are enrolled in the on-campus delivery mode or complete more than 50% of their coursework on campus (if taking the blended option). International students attending all classes online will NOT be eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit.

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.