Instrumentation Engineering Technology Dİploma
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Campus, Canada
Instrumentation Engineering Technology Diploma
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Instrumentation Engineering Technology
Program Overview: Instrumentation Engineering Technology Diploma
Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers the only accredited Instrumentation Engineering Technology program in the province of Saskatchewan. This three-year diploma, delivered full-time at the Moose Jaw campus, combines five academic semesters with three paid Co-operative Education work terms, giving you both theoretical knowledge and hands-on industry experience.
Throughout the program, you will gain practical training in process control and industrial automation, learning how complex control systems keep industries running smoothly and efficiently. You will also develop expertise in instrument measurement, including the installation, troubleshooting, and calibration of industrial instruments to ensure precise operations.
Classroom theory is supported by extensive lab time with access to leading-edge equipment and supportive instruction. You will apply what you have learned through experiments, applied research, and a major third-year project, preparing you for a rewarding career in one of Canada's most in-demand technical fields.
Key Program Highlights
- Only accredited instrumentation engineering technology program in Saskatchewan, accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) at the Technologist level
- Three paid Co-operative Education work terms that let you earn while you learn and build professional experience
- Pathway to ladder into a Bachelor of Applied Management degree at Saskatchewan Polytechnic or a technology degree at Memorial University or Queen's University
- Graduates are eligible for an expedited path to professional registration as an Applied Science Technologist (A.Sc.T.) or Certified Technician (C.Tech.) with Technology Professionals Saskatchewan
Curriculum & Modules
The Instrumentation Engineering Technology diploma is structured across five academic semesters and three co-operative work terms over three years. The curriculum blends foundational science and mathematics with specialized instrumentation topics, supported by extensive hands-on laboratory sessions and real-world applied projects.
Study how complex control systems keep industries running smoothly and efficiently, including programmable logic controllers, distributed control systems, and advanced automation strategies used in modern industrial environments.
Learn to install, troubleshoot, and calibrate industrial instruments to ensure precise operations. Topics include pressure, temperature, level, and flow measurement technologies used across various industries.
Build foundational knowledge in mathematical topics applicable to engineering technologies, including formula manipulations, factoring of algebraic expressions, geometry, trigonometry, exponents, logarithms, functions, and calculus.
Gain fundamental understanding of electrical circuits and electronic components, including hands-on lab work to validate theoretical concepts, measure electrical quantities, and work with diode and transistor circuits.
Develop skills in computer-aided design and drafting as applied to instrumentation engineering, including reading and creating technical drawings, schematics, and piping and instrumentation diagrams.
Elective & Specialization Options
Admission Requirements
Saskatchewan Polytechnic uses a First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process for this program, meaning you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify. The earlier you provide all required documents, the sooner you may begin your studies. Contact Uni4Edu for guidance on your application.
Academic Requirements
- Secondary EducationGrade 12 or equivalent with a minimum of 60% in required subjects
- MathematicsPre-Calculus 30 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of 60%
- ChemistryChemistry 30 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of 60%
- EnglishEnglish Language Arts A30 and B30 (or equivalent) with a minimum grade of 60%
- Alternative AdmissionApplicants without formal academic qualifications may be admitted if evidence of probable success is established through an alternative admission assessment
English Language Proficiency Requirements
- IELTS AcademicOverall Band 6.5 with minimum 6.0 in each component (contact Uni4Edu to confirm program-specific requirements)
- TOEFL iBTOverall 81 with minimum 19 in each module (contact Uni4Edu to confirm program-specific requirements)
- PTE AcademicOverall 63 with minimum 50 in each component (contact Uni4Edu to confirm program-specific requirements)
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
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Scholarships & Funding
Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to recognizing academic success and supporting students financially. Thanks to the generosity of donors and alumni, the institution distributes more than CAD 2 million in student awards each academic year across all programs and campuses.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Student Awards
Available for every certificate and diploma program at every campus. Awards are based on a range of criteria including academic achievement, financial need, community involvement, and volunteer leadership.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
Instrumentation engineering technologists are in strong demand across multiple industries in Saskatchewan and beyond. Graduates work in diverse settings from oil refineries and petrochemical plants to mine sites, manufacturing facilities, and consulting engineering firms. The variety of work includes installation, calibration, maintenance, operation monitoring, upgrading, and troubleshooting of industrial instruments and control systems.
Potential Job Roles
Industries & Typical Employers
Rankings & Recognition
Saskatchewan Polytechnic is recognized nationally and internationally as a leading polytechnic institution in Canada. The institution has earned top rankings for applied research and is the only provider of an accredited Instrumentation Engineering Technology program in the province of Saskatchewan.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Completed Research Projects | Re$earch InfoSource | #1 in Canada (669 projects, 2023-24) |
| Research Partnerships | Re$earch InfoSource | #1 in Canada (249 collaborations) |
| AI Research Partnerships | Re$earch InfoSource | Top 4 in Canada |
| Instrumentation Engineering Technology | Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC) | Accredited at Technologist Level |
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