Red Deer,
AB,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Diploma in Instrumentation and Automation Engineering Technology in Red Deer Canada | Red Deer Polytechnic
Red Deer Polytechnic
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Red Deer Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
17,794
(c. USD12,848.87)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Explore diverse career paths in this fast-evolving discipline through hands-on training and cutting-edge technology. The Instrumentation and Automation Engineering Technology curriculum provides expertise in measurement methods, control systems, robotics, and automated management of industrial operations and machinery. For those passionate about technology, this program delivers comprehensive training in measurement approaches, control methodologies, robotic applications, and automated process management across various industrial sectors. Students will acquire the expertise to install, maintain, and engineer systems that monitor and regulate processes in industries such as food & beverage, oil & gas, water treatment, power generation, and agriculture. The program focuses on developing analytical skills, creative problem-solving, system diagnostics, and technical troubleshooting. Through practical experience and a culminating project, students will enhance their design capabilities, collaborative skills, and problem-solving abilities in various work environments. Career Opportunities: Industrial Instrument Technicians Mechanical Engineering Specialists Alumni are equipped for roles involving computer-controlled and electronic automation systems in sectors including: food production petroleum water management energy generation agricultural petrochemical industries
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Admission requirements for specific programs will often refer to Alberta Grade 12 course groups. If you completed your studies outside of Alberta, please visit our International Course Equivalencies webpage for equivalencies from a variety of countries around the world.
Eligibility for admission to the Instrumentation and Automation Engineering Technology Diploma program at Red Deer Polytechnic requires applicants to meet minimum academic requirements. Qualified applicants who meet all minimum requirements will be offered admission on a first-come, first-served basis. 
Academic Requirements  
Students applying to Instrumentation and Automation Engineering Technology must have a minimum of 65% in or their equivalents:   
- ELA 30-1 or ELA 30-2
A minimum of 60% in: 
- MATH 30-1 or a minimum of 75% in MATH 30-2
- PHYS 20 and CHEM 20 or Science 30
NOTE: High School transcripts with completed or anticipated final grades for in-progress courses can be submitted. If anticipated final grades are not met before the transcript deadline, your conditional offer may be withdrawn. 
OR 
Post-secondary transcripts demonstrating completion of at least one semester (or five courses) of an engineering technology or technologist diploma within five years prior to application. 
OR 
Post-secondary transcripts demonstrating completion of at least one semester (or five courses) of an engineering degree program within five years prior to application.
English Language Proficiency
- IELTS Academic - 6.5 with at least 5.5 on each band score
- TOEFL - 83 iBT 557 PBT
- CAEL - 60 with at least 55 on each band score
- MET - 61 with at least 58 on each band score
- PTE – 59 with at least 56 on each band score
- Duolingo English Test - 115-125.
 
Tuition
CAD
17,794