College Diploma – Welding and Fabrication Technology (Optional Co-op)

The Heavy Equipment Technician 2-year diploma program prepares students for careers in transport and heavy equipment maintenance, diagnosis, installation, and repair across construction, forestry, mining, transportation, and agriculture sectors.

• Core Focus & Curriculum: Aligns with the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT) course outline for Heavy Equipment Technicians. Training covers mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, alongside diagnostic tools for transport trucks, trailers, backhoes, excavators, dozers, and farm machinery. Also covers communication and business management skills to support career advancement into supervisory roles.

• Hands-on & Work-Integrated Learning: Delivered via classroom, online, and shop environments. Features a voluntary work-integrated learning (WIL) component between Semesters 2 and 3, allowing students to gain paid industry experience and register as an apprentice.

• Career Outcomes: Prepares graduates for roles such as heavy equipment technician apprentice, shop foreperson, factory quality control inspector, manufacturer service representative, service manager, or fleet maintenance manager.

• Job Insights:

  • Canada: Average salary of $66,008/yr (Range: $44K – $98K) | 2,662 jobs advertised (July 2026).

  • Alberta: Average salary of $74,649/yr (Range: $47K – $111K) | 387 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.