Northern College

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Instrumentation and Control Engineering Technician

Northern College

Faculty:School of Engineering Technology and Trades
Degree:Diploma
Field of Study:Instrumentation Technology/Technician
Length:2 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $3,827
Scholarships:21
Careers:Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing Technologists and TechniciansIndustrial Instrument Technicians and Mechanics

Description:

In all process industries, quantities such as temperature, pressure, level and flow need to be measured and controlled. Control and measurement are done by various means including: electronic, pneumatic, and hydraulic equipment, and computers. The instrumentation technician installs, maintains, tests and calibrates the equipment used to control and measure. The technician works with the process designers and the work includes troubleshooting control loops, adjusting controllers and systems, and programming and troubleshooting computers.

Prerequisites:

These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
  •  Grade12 English 
  •  Grade12 Mathematics 
Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) with Grade 12 English (C, U); Grade 12 Math (C, U) (MCT4C preferred; MAP4C is accepted with a minimum GPA of 60%); Grade 12 Physics (C, U) recommended;
Grade 12 Chemistry (C, U) recommended; or equivalent; or mature student status.

* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

Modified on March 14, 2023