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Chemical Engineering Technology

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  • Two-year diploma
  • Fall start

Program Description

  • Engineering design calculations,
  • Unit operation
  • Flow diagram development & AutoCAD
  • Process simulation and control
  • Industry safety
  • Environmental engineering

An increased emphasis on the scientific application of chemical engineering is an integral part of the Chemical Engineering Technology program.

The MacPhail School of Energy offers the benefit of small class sizes and hands-on training in state-of-the-art labs by industry-experienced and professionally trained instructors

Each academic year consists of two 15-week semesters and students generally take two years to complete the program. Chemical Engineering Technology is currently only offered full-time; distance and continuing education options are not available.

Your Career

A diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology can lead to a career in engineering design, computer-based process simulation, technical sales, field operations and environmental work.

Chemical Engineering Technology graduates will be qualified to work as engineering design assistants, production operators, technologists, technical sales people, environmental field technicians and production technologists. Oil Sands expansion holds promising opportunities for those who complete the Chemical Engineering Technology program.

Admission Requirements

Alberta High School Diploma or equivalent, with the following admission requirements or equivalents:

  • At least 50% in Pure Math 30 or Math 31 or Math 30-1, or at least 70% in Math 30-2, AND,
  • At least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1 or English Language Arts 30-2, AND,
  • At least 50% in Chemistry 30, AND,
  • At least 50% in either Science 30 or Physics 20.
  • All applicants to SAIT Polytechnic must demonstrate English Language Proficiency prior to admission, including students educated in Canada. For more information, please visit English Proficiency.
  •  View High School Course Equivalencies Admission Equivalencies by Province.

Selection

There are no additional selection requirements. Admission to this program will be offered on a first-qualified, first-accepted basis.

Student Success

An interest in science and mathematics is desirable. Specific interest in physics and chemistry is an asset. Students with higher secondary or post-secondary marks usually experience greater success in SAIT programs.

Progression

Students must attain a PGPA and/or a CGPA of 2.0 or better in each semester and pass the necessary prerequisite courses to progress through the program. To qualify for graduation, students must pass all courses, attain a CGPA of 2.0 or better and complete course requirements within the prescribed timelines.

Credentials

After successfully completing this program, graduates will receive a SAIT diploma in Chemical Engineering Technology.

Accreditation

The program is nationally accredited by the Canadian Technology Accreditation Board and Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists at the technologist level.

Graduates are eligible for membership in the following professional associations:

Tuition And Fees (Subject To Change)

Books And Supplies (Subject To Change)

  • Books and supplies cost approximately $1,800 in the first year and $900 in the second year.

Program Outline

  • To find the course description for a course shown below, please go to our Course Finder and enter the course acronym and numbers (i.e., DMST-202) into the Quick Search by Course Code field.
First Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Credit
INRY-200 Introduction to Chemical Engineering 1.5
THRM-235 Thermodynamics 3.0
MATH-238 Math for Engineering & Tech I 3.0
COMM-256 Professional Communication and Presentation Skills 3.0
CHEM-224 Engineering Chemistry I 1.5
COMP-220 Computer Fundamentals 3.0
Semester 1 Total 15.0
  
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Credit
MATH-288 Math for Engineering & Tech II 3.0
INST-256 Instrumentation & Process Control 3.0
ENGD-275 Flow Diagram Development & Auto CADD 1.5
FLDS-255 Industrial Fluid Systems 3.0
STAT-245 Statistics for Engineering & Tech I 3.0
CHEM-264 Engineering Chemistry II 3.0
Semester 2 Total 16.5
First Year Total 31.5
  
Second Year
Semester 3
Course Code Course Name Credit
CHEN-303 Mass Transfer 3.0
CHEN-306 Heat Transfer 3.0
CHEN-308 Chemical Engineering Calculations II 3.0
CHEN-309 Chemical Engineering Calculations Lab 1.5
CHEN-302 Unit Operations Lab 1.5
PROJ- 327 Technical Project Management 3.0
Semester 3 Total 15.0
  
Semester 4
Course Code Course Name Credit
PROJ-396 Energy Capstone Project 3.0
EMTL-306 Materials/Corrosion 1.5
PETR-310 Petroleum Production 1.5
OCHS-350 Occupational Health & Safety 3.0
ENVS-365 Environmental Engineering & Management 3.0
CHEN-305 Analytical Instrumentation 3.0
Semester 4 Total 15.0
Second Year Total 30.0
Program Total 61.5
  

For More Information

Information: 403.284.8451
Fax: 403.284.8262
Email: energy.info@sait.ca
Web: MacPhail School of Energy

Transfer with Diploma to...

Through SAIT Polytechnic transfer agreements and institution partnerships, graduates of this SAIT program may be eligible for credit at the following universities and colleges:

  • Athabasca University
  • British Columbia Institute of Technology
  • Cape Breton University
  • Lakehead University
  • Memorial University
  • NAIT
  • Royal Roads University
  • SAIT Polytechnic
  • Thompson Rivers University
  • University of New Brunswick, Saint John

Transfer options may also be available at other post-secondary institutions where credits from SAIT programs are evaluated on an individual basis. Interested students should contact the post-secondary institute of their choice for more information.

To learn more, visit Transfer Options.

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