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Apprenticeship Training
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
Thompson Rivers University Bachelor of Technology: Trades and Technology Leadership Any apprenticeship graduate with a journeyman's ticket and a minimum 4 years experience related to their trade will be eligible to apply up to 60 credits towards the BTTL degree program at TRU. Updated April 30, 2008 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


University of Fraser Valley Bachelor of Business Administration: Trades Management Apprentice graduates with at least 5 years work experience and a Provincial Certificate of Qualification or inter-provincial certificate of qualification, held for at least one year, are eligible to apply for this business oriented Bachelor of Business Administration in Trades Management degree at University of Fraser Valley. Updated April 23, 2010  SPECIFIC RECOGNITION.



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Electrical Technician - Pre-Apprenticeship
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Electrician Apprentice Upon successful completion of the program and having found employment you may be eligible to register as an apprentice in the Electrician Apprenticeship program.  Electrical Technician graduates will also be able to challenge the first and second period Electrician apprenticeship examinations. Updated July 21, 2011 INTERNAL OPTION.



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Electrician - Apprenticeship
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Electrical Engineering Technology Students who have completed their Electrician Apprenticeship are eligible to apply to Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) for credit towards some classes and to take the Challenge Exams for other classes in the Electrical Engineering Technology program. Students must also meet Electrical Engineering Technology admission requirements. Check with the Academic Chair for more details.  Updated June 30, 2008  INTERNAL OPTION.



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Pipefitting Technician - Pre-Apprenticeship
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Steamfitter/ Pipefitter Apprentice Upon successful completion of the program and having found employment you may be eligible to register as an apprentice in the Steamfitter/Pipefitter apprenticeship program. Pipefitting Technician graduates will also be able to challenge the first and second period Steamfitter/Pipefitter apprenticeship examinations. Updated July 21, 2011 INTERNAL OPTION.



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Two-Year Diplomas
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Applied Technology, Geographic Information Systems A two-year diploma from a recognized Canadian college, technical institute or equivalent, or successful completion of two years at a recognized post secondary academic institution towards the BGIS program at SAIT. Updated April 30, 2008  GENERAL POLICY.


SAIT Polytechnic Technology Infrastructure Management (Fast-Track) Recent and past graduates of any SAIT two-year diploma are eligible for admission to the Fast-Track Technology Infrastructure Management (TIM) program. See Program Coordinator for further details. Updated February 1, 2011  INTERNAL OPTION


University of Calgary

Graduates of 2-year diplomas will be awarded up to 5 full junior open options.  Students transferring from other institutions into programs at the University of Calgary must make themselves aware of the appropriate required (prerequisite) preparation for courses they wish to take.  This may be done by consulting the Courses of Instruction section of this Calendar.  Students receiving specified transfer credit status for particular courses should be aware that this does not necessarily imply that exact course equivalence is being awarded, but that this may indicate an equivalent level of experience in a subject area.  Updated December 8, 2010 ACAT FORMAL AGREEMENT 89900.




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Rocky Mountain College
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information

Rocky Mountain College

Students from Global Studies at Rocky Mountain College are eligible to enroll in SAIT Fast-Track Information Technology, Pre-Employment and Continuing Education programs as part of their diploma program at RMC provided space is available at SAIT and all admission requirements are met. Updated March 24, 2011 FORMAL AGREEMENT




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Bachelor of Applied Technology, Geographic Information Systems
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
University of Calgary Bachelor of Science Graduates of the Bachelor of Applied Technology Geographic Information Systems applied degree are eligible to apply to a Bachelor of Science After degree in Geography. The BSc After degree program will consist of a minimum of 10.0 FCE. The GEOG major will require the completion of  4.0 - 7.5 FCE GEOG courses, depending on individual transfer credit awarded from previous recognized credit course work. The remaining courses will be defined by the Faculty of Social Sciences BSc degree requirements. SAIT BGIS applicants interested in pursuing the Master's program in MGIS area also advised to complete specified Geology courses. Interested applicants should contact the Geography Graduate Program Advisor for current course information. These courses may be extra to the minimum 10 FCE required of the BSc After-Degree (GEOG) requirements. Updated September 30, 2008 SPECIFIC RECOGNITION.


University of Calgary Master of Geographic Information Systems SAIT Bachelor of Applied Technology Geographic Information Systems applicants interested in pursuing the Master's program in MGIS area also advised to complete specified Geology courses. Interested applicants should contact the Geography Graduate Program Advisor for current course information. These courses may be extra to the minimum 10 FCE required of the Bachelor of Science After degree (GEOG) requirements. Graduates of the BGIS applied degree are eligible to apply to a BSc After degree in Geography. The BSC After degree program will consist of a minimum of 10.0 FCE. The GEOG major will require the completion of  4.0 -7.5 FCE GEOG courses, depending on individual transfer credit awarded from previous recognized credit course work. The remaining courses will be defined by the Faculty of Social Sciences BSc degree requirements. Updated September 30, 2008 SPECIFIC RECOGNITION.


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




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Architectural Technologies
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Applied Technology, Geographic Information Systems A two-year diploma from a recognized Canadian college, technical institute or equivalent, or successful completion of two years at a recognized post secondary academic institution. Updated April 30, 2008.


SAIT Polytechnic Technology Infrastructure Management Recent and past graduates of any SAIT two-year diplomas are eligible for admission to the Fast-Track Technology Infrastructure Management program. See Program Coordinator for further details. Updated February 1, 2011.


Athabasca University Bachelor of Human Resources and Labour Relations (Post Diploma) The Bachelor of Human Resources and Labour Relations (Post Diploma) offers a number of admission routes for business and non-business diplomas. Athabasca University will grant 30 credits for this SAIT diploma.    SPECIFIC RECOGNITION.


Athabasca University Bachelor of Management (Post Diploma - 3 or 4 years) SAIT students holding this Architectural Technologies (Architectural or Building Development options) diploma may receive a block transfer award of 30 credits for their diploma towards a 3-year degree or a 4-year degree Updated March 30, 2009 ACAT FORMAL AGREEMENTS 104927, 113595.


NAIT Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management

The Bachelor of Technology degree bridges the gap between technologists and engineers. Specializations are currently offered in Resources and Environmental Management, Applied Building Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology, and Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology, as well as a General Studies option. Open to graduates of an accredited or recognized Applied Science or Engineering Technology program with a minimum GPA of 2.3.  Updated April 30, 2008  GENERAL POLICY.



Thompson Rivers University Bachelor of Technology: Trades and Technology Leadership Graduates of any two year technology program, who also have a minimum of 4 years experience related to their program of study, will be eligible to apply up to 60 credits towards the Bachelor of Technology in Trades and Technology Leadership degree program at Thompson Rivers University. Updated April 30, 2008  FORMAL AGREEMENT.


University of Calgary Minor in Architectural Studies with Bachelor's degree

Master of Architecture

The Architecture degree at the University of Calgary is a three-year Master of Architecture program offered by the Faculty of Environmental Design. The MArch degree may be earned in seven years after high school if preceded by the University of Calgary's Minor in Architectural Studies. The courses taken in the last year of the Architectural Studies minor are cross-listed with the courses that would normally be taken in the first year of the Master of Architecture, reducing the time required for MArch to three years. The Minor in Architectural Studies may be taken as part of a number of undergraduate degree programs. Some popular choices include Urban Studies, Canadian Studies, Fine Art, and Art History, but almost any degree program that allows room for a minor (5 full-course equivalents) is acceptable. The ARST minor may also be taken with the non-major BA in Communication and Culture (multidisciplinary). Admission in the MArch Degree as a regular student, based on the completion of a 4 year undergraduate degree from the University of Calgary with a Minor in Architectural Studies (ARST) and a minimum 3.0 GPA calculated on the final two years. Interested SAIT AT students are recommended to study these links carefully and contact the U of C Program Coordinator for further information. SAIT diploma graduates also receive 5 full course equivalents towards their bachelor's degree as determined by the U of C under ACAT Agreement #89900 described above. Updated February 25, 2010, GENERAL POLICY.


University of New Brunswick, Saint John Bachelor of Applied Management This Bachelor of Applied Management (BAM) degree program is extremely flexible and suited to two year diploma graduates wanting to receive their degree in two years (4 one term semesters). Admission requirements for this degree include successful completion of any two year program with an overall average of 70%. The two years of study at University of New Brunswick would be specifically designed to build upon their studies and focus acquired through their college program. This program would be of interest to those college graduates who would like to progress their career in management. Updated November 7, 2007 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


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




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Civil Engineering Technology
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Applied Technology, Geographic Information Systems A two-year diploma from a recognized Canadian college, technical institute or equivalent, or successful completion of two years at a recognized post secondary academic institution towards the BGIS program at SAIT. Updated April 30, 2008  GENERAL POLICY.


SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Applied Technology, Petroleum Engineering (BAPT) A two-year SAIT diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Instrumentation Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Power Engineering Technology, or similar engineering technology, with a grade point average of 2.5 or better is the normal entrance requirement to the BAPT program.  Updated October 31, 2008  INTERNAL OPTION.


SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Science - Construction Project Management Graduates with a SAIT Civil Engineering Technology - Municipal Option diploma with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, (73 per cent or B) will have the option of bridging into the third year of the Bachelor of Science - Construction Project Management program.  Applicants will be required to complete additional bridging courses required for graduation. Updated March 24, 2011  INTERNAL OPTION


SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Science - Construction Project Management Graduates with a SAIT CVT - Construction Management Option diploma with a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, (73 per cent or B) will have the option of bridging into the third year of the Bachelor of Science - Construction Project Management program.  Applicants will be required to complete additional bridging courses required for graduation. Updated March 24, 2011 INTERNAL OPTION


SAIT Polytechnic Technology Infrastructure Management Recent and past graduates of any SAIT two-year diploma are eligible for admission to the Fast-Track Technology Infrastructure Management (TIM) program. See Program Coordinator for further details. Updated February 1, 2011  INTERNAL OPTION


Athabasca University Bachelor of Science (Post Diploma) The four-year Bachelor of Science (Post Diploma) is offered by Athabasca University's Centre for Science. Students must have successfully completed an approved science-related technician or technology diploma from a college or institution of technology, or have provincial designation as a technician or technologist, before they enroll in the BScPD. The BScPD is designed to allow students to continue studies towards a science degree from either the technician or technologist level. Students complete the program regulations in effect at the time of their enrolment. SAIT students are granted 60 credits at the Technologist level. April 30, 2008 ACAT FORMAL AGREEMENT 89514.


British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) Any student with technical qualifications from outside BCIT can only be considered for direct entry into the Design option of BCIT's Mechanical Engineering Technology program which is at level 3 (second year) of the B.Eng.(Mechanical) program. Acceptance from there into level 5 (third year) of the B.Eng. program requires the completion of the Design option with a minimum GPA of 70% in the second year and successful completion of two higher-level math courses which are offered in term 4 in addition to the term 4 curriculum of the Design option. Updated April 30, 2008  GENERAL POLICY.


British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Bachelor of Technology - Technology Management Entrance requirement into BCIT’s BTech Technology Management states that a two-year post-secondary diploma of technology is the main requirement, therefore graduates of this SAIT diploma are eligible to apply along with English 12 or equivalent or English-language proficiency, two years of relevant work experience subject to departmental approval, and a personal interview with Program Head. Alternate delivery methods are available. Updated July 4, 2007  GENERAL POLICY.


Camosun College Civil Engineering Winter Bridge to University of British Columbia - Vancouver or Okanagan Civil Engineering Technology (Construction and Municipal majors) graduates are eligible to apply for the Winter Intake Civil Engineering Bridge program (January to June), offered by Camosun with the full support and co-operation of the University of British Columbia, and provided all admission requirements are met. Successful completion of this bridging program will provide access to the third year of Civil Engineering at either University of British Columbia-Victoria or Okanagan campuses. Updated April 23, 2010 SPECIFIC RECOGNITION.


Cape Breton University Bachelor of Technology: Emergency Management (Post Graduate) Individuals seeking admission to Cape Breton University's Bachelor of Technology: Emergency Management (BTech) (all courses by distance only) must have completed this SAIT Civil Engineering Technology - Construction diploma. Transfer students need to complete a minimum of 42 credits at CBU for the completion of this degree. Please Note: If you have transfer credit from another institution towards your SAIT diploma, you must have this transfer credit assessed by CBU. Updated March 30, 2009  FORMAL AGREEMENT.


Cape Breton University Bachelor of Technology: Emergency Management (Post Graduate) Individuals seeking admission to Cape Breton University's Bachelor of Technology: Emergency Management (BTech) (all courses by distance only) must have completed this SAIT Civil Engineering Technology - Municipal diploma. Transfer students need to complete a minimum of 42 credits at CBU for the completion of this degree. Please Note: If you have transfer credit from another institution towards your SAIT diploma, you must have this transfer credit assessed by CBU. Updated March 30, 2009  FORMAL AGREEMENT.


Cape Breton University Bachelor of Engineering Technology Individuals seeking admission to Cape Breton University's Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Environmental Studies (BET) (all courses available by distance) must have completed this SAIT Civil Engineering Technology - Construction diploma. Transfer students need to complete a minimum of 36 credits at CBU for the completion of this degree. Please Note: If you have transfer credit from another institution towards your SAIT diploma, you must have this transfer credit assessed by CBU. Updated March 30, 2009 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


Cape Breton University Bachelor of Engineering Technology Individuals seeking admission to Cape Breton University's Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Petroleum (BET) must have completed this SAIT Civil Engineering Technology - Municipal diploma. Transfer students need to complete a minimum of 36 credits at CBU for the completion of this degree. Please Note: If you have transfer credit from another institution towards your SAIT diploma, you must have this transfer credit assessed by CBU. Updated March 30, 2009  FORMAL AGREEMENT.


Lakehead University Bachelor of Engineering The Faculty of Engineering at Lakehead University offers post-diploma programs which enable qualified engineering technology graduates from accredited Canadian technology programs to obtain engineering degrees.  The post-diploma programs consist of two years of full-time study preceded by four transition courses taken during July and August. Click on Admissions for additional information. April 23, 2010 GENERAL POLICY.


Memorial University Bachelor of Engineering Applicants seeking admission through transfer from accredited post-secondary institutions must have achieved a minimum overall average of 60% to be considered for admission. A student’s placement within a program, and requirements needed to complete the program, will be determined on an individual basis at the time of admission. Transfer applicants must complete a majority of the credit hours in their program at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Check the Program Description  for more information. Updated May 18, 2007  GENERAL POLICY.


Memorial University Bachelor of Technology Memorial University offers a Bachelor of Technology program, administered by the Marine Institute, with admission available to graduates of nationally accredited applied science/engineering technology and health science technology diploma programs. Graduates of the Civil Engineering Technology - Municipal and Civil Engineering Technology - Construction diploma program may satisfy the requirements for the degree by successfully completing thirteen courses (39 credit hours) offered by a number of the University's faculties and schools, including a technical project and report. The degree is offered through distance delivery, with all the required courses, together with a number of elective choices, delivered using Internet-based technology. Updated August 28, 2009 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


Montana Tech Bachelor of Science in General Engineering Civil Engineering Technology graduates who have a GPA of 3.0 or higher are eligible to apply to MTech’s Bachelor of Science in General Engineering for the General Engineering, Civil Option. The amount of transfer credit awarded for the SAIT credential will be determined by the SAIT major and pre-requisite courses taken either at MTech or prior to registration. This will affect the amount of time required to complete the degree, between 2-2½ yrs to complete the program due to pre-requisites and the timing of courses. For more information, contact International Enrollment Services at 1-406-486-4568. Updated July 21, 2011. Specific Recognition.


NAIT Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management The Bachelor of Technology degree bridges the gap between technologists and engineers. Specializations are currently offered in Resources and Environmental Management, Applied Building Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology, and Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology, as well as a General Studies option. Open to graduates of an accredited or recognized Applied Science or Engineering Technology program with a minimum GPA of 2.3.  Updated April 30, 2008 GENERAL POLICY.


Thompson Rivers University Bachelor of Technology: Trades and Technology Leadership Graduates of any two year technology program, who also have a minimum of 4 years experience related to their program of study, will be eligible to apply up to 60 credits towards the BTTL degree program at TRU. Updated April 30, 2008  FORMAL AGREEMENT.


University of British Columbia Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering Upon successful completion of the appropriate six month Winter Civil Engineering Bridge Program offered at Camosun College, students with a two year diploma in CVT will have access to the third year of the UBC Civil Engineering program (September) at the Vancouver or Okanagan campus. This degree is eligible for PEng designation. See Camosun College. Updated April 23, 2010 SPECIFIC RECOGNITION.


University of New Brunswick, Saint John Bachelor of Applied Management This Bachelor of Applied Management (BAM) degree program is extremely flexible and suited to two year diploma graduates wanting to receive their degree in two years (4 one term semesters). Admission requirements for this degree include successful completion of any two year program with an overall average of 70%. The two years of study at UNB would be specifically designed to build upon their studies and focus acquired through their college program. This program would be of interest to those college graduates who would like to progress their career in management. Updated November 7, 2007 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


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




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Engineering Design and Drafting Technology
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Applied Technology, Geographic Information Systems A two-year diploma from a recognized Canadian college, technical institute or equivalent, or successful completion of two years at a recognized post secondary academic institution towards the BGIS program at SAIT. Updated April 30, 2008  GENERAL POLICY.


SAIT Polytechnic Technology Infrastructure Management Recent and past graduates of any SAIT two-year diploma are eligible for admission to the Fast-Track Technology Infrastructure Management (TIM) program. See Program Coordinator for further details. Updated February 1, 2011  INTERNAL OPTION


Athabasca University Bachelor of Science (Post Diploma) The four-year Bachelor of Science (Post Diploma) is offered by Athabasca University's Centre for Science.  Students must have successfully completed an approved science-related technician or technology diploma from a college or institution of technology, or have provincial designation as a technician or technologist, before they enroll in the BScPD.  The BScPD is designed to allow students to continue studies towards a science degree from either the technician or technologist level. Students complete the program regulations in effect at the time of their enrolment.  SAIT students are granted 60 credits at the Technologist level. April 30, 2008 ACAT FORMAL AGREEMENT 89514.


British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) Any student with technical qualifications from outside BCIT can only be considered for direct entry into the Design option of BCIT's Mechanical Engineering Technology program which is at level 3 (second year) of the B.Eng.(Mechanical) program. Acceptance from there into level 5 (third year) of the B.Eng. program requires the completion of the Design option with a minimum GPA of 70% in the second year and successful completion of two higher-level math courses which are offered in term 4 in addition to the term 4 curriculum of the Design option. Updated April 30, 2008  GENERAL POLICY.


British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Bachelor of Technology - Technology Management Entrance requirement into BCIT’s BTech Technology Management states that a two-year post-secondary diploma of technology is the main requirement, therefore graduates of this SAIT diploma are eligible to apply along with English 12 or equivalent or English-language proficiency, two years of relevant work experience subject to departmental approval, and a personal interview with Program Head. Alternate delivery methods are available. Updated July 4, 2007  GENERAL POLICY.


Memorial University Bachelor of Technology Memorial University offers a Bachelor of Technology program, administered by the Marine Institute, with admission available to graduates of nationally accredited applied science/engineering technology and health science technology diploma programs. Graduates of the Engineering Design and Drafting Technology diploma program may satisfy the requirements for the degree by successfully completing thirteen courses (39 credit hours) offered by a number of the University's faculties and schools, including a technical project and report. The degree is offered through distance deliver, with all the required courses, together with a number of elective choices, delivered using Internet-based technology. Updated August 28, 2009 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


NAIT Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management The Bachelor of Technology degree bridges the gap between technologists and engineers. Specializations are currently offered in Resources and Environmental Management, Applied Building Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology, and Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology, as well as a General Studies option. Open to graduates of an accredited or recognized Applied Science or Engineering Technology program with a minimum GPA of 2.3.  Updated April 30, 2008 GENERAL POLICY.


Thompson Rivers University Bachelor of Technology: Trades and Technology Leadership Graduates of any two year technology program, who also have a minimum of 4 years experience related to their program of study, will be eligible to apply up to 60 credits towards the BTTL degree program at TRU. Updated April 30, 2008  FORMAL AGREEMENT.


University of New Brunswick, Saint John Bachelor of Applied Management This BAM degree program is extremely flexible and suited to two year diploma graduates wanting to receive their degree in two years (4 one term semesters). Admission requirements for this degree include successful completion of any two year program with an overall average of 70%. The two years of study at UNB would be specifically designed to build upon their studies and focus acquired through their college program. This program would be of interest to those college graduates who would like to progress their career in management. Updated November 7, 2007 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


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




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Geomatics Engineering Technology
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Bachelor of Applied Technology, Geographic Information Systems A two-year diploma from a recognized Canadian college, technical institute or equivalent, or successful completion of two years at a recognized post secondary academic institution. SAIT graduates of this diploma may choose to pursue the BGIS degree. Updated August 28, 2009  INTERNAL OPTION


SAIT Polytechnic Technology Infrastructure Management Recent and past graduates of any SAIT two-year diploma are eligible for admission to the Fast-Track Technology Infrastructure Management (TIM) program. See Program Coordinator for further details. Updated February 1, 2011  INTERNAL OPTION


Athabasca University Bachelor of Science (Post Diploma) The four-year Bachelor of Science (Post Diploma) is offered by Athabasca University's Centre for Science.  Students must have successfully completed an approved science-related technician or technology diploma from a college or institution of technology, or have provincial designation as a technician or technologist, before they enroll in the BScPD.  The BScPD is designed to allow students to continue studies towards a science degree from either the technician or technologist level. Students complete the program regulations in effect at the time of their enrolment.  SAIT students are granted 60 credits at the Technologist level. April 30, 2008 ACAT FORMAL AGREEMENT 89514.


British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical) Any student with technical qualifications from outside BCIT can only be considered for direct entry into the Design option of BCIT's Mechanical Engineering Technology program which is at level 3 (second year) of the B.Eng.(Mechanical) program. Acceptance from there into level 5 (third year) of the B.Eng. program requires the completion of the Design option with a minimum GPA of 70% in the second year and successful completion of two higher-level math courses which are offered in term 4 in addition to the term 4 curriculum of the Design option. Updated April 30, 2008  GENERAL POLICY.


British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) Bachelor of Technology - Technology Management Entrance requirement into BCIT’s BTech Technology Management states that a two-year post-secondary diploma of technology is the main requirement, therefore graduates of this SAIT diploma are eligible to apply along with English 12 or equivalent or English-language proficiency, two years of relevant work experience subject to departmental approval, and a personal interview with Program Head. Alternate delivery methods are available. Updated July 4, 2007  GENERAL POLICY.


Memorial University Bachelor of Technology Memorial University offers a Bachelor of Technology program, administered by the Marine Institute, with admission available to graduates of nationally accredited applied science/engineering technology and health science technology diploma programs. Graduates of the Geomatics Engineering Technology diploma program may satisfy the requirements for the degree by successfully completing thirteen courses (39 credit hours) offered by a number of the University's faculties and schools, including a technical project and report. The degree is offered through distance deliver, with all the required courses, together with a number of elective choices, delivered using Internet-based technology. Updated August 28, 2009 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


NAIT Bachelor of Technology in Technology Management The Bachelor of Technology degree bridges the gap between technologists and engineers. Specializations are currently offered in Resources and Environmental Management, Applied Building Science, Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology, and Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology, as well as a General Studies option. Open to graduates of an accredited or recognized Applied Science or Engineering Technology program with a minimum GPA of 2.3.  Updated April 30, 2008 GENERAL POLICY.


Thompson Rivers University Bachelor of Technology: Trades and Technology Leadership Graduates of any two year technology program, who also have a minimum of 4 years experience related to their program of study, will be eligible to apply up to 60 credits towards the BTTL degree program at TRU. Updated April 30, 2008  FORMAL AGREEMENT.


University of Calgary Bachelor of Geomatics Engineering Graduates of SAIT, having an honours average (greater than 75%), will receive approximately one year's worth of credits in the first, second and third years of the Geomatics Engineering program at the University of Calgary. These students can complete the Geomatics Engineering program in three years, although most students have chosen to take four years in order to lighten the yearly course load. Updated May 18, 2007  GENERAL POLICY.


University of New Brunswick, Saint John Bachelor of Applied Management This BAM degree program is extremely flexible and suited to two year diploma graduates wanting to receive their degree in two years (4 one term semesters). Admission requirements for this degree include successful completion of any two year program with an overall average of 70%. The two years of study at UNB would be specifically designed to build upon their studies and focus acquired through their college program. This program would be of interest to those college graduates who would like to progress their career in management. Updated November 7, 2007 FORMAL AGREEMENT.


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




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Process Piping Drafting
Transfer Institution Transfer Option Supporting Information
SAIT Polytechnic Engineering Design and Drafting Technology Students who complete the Process Piping Drafting Fast Track Certificate are eligible for up to 30% completion of the Engineering Design and Drafting Technology diploma (Process Piping major) provided all other SAIT admission requirements are met. See the academic chair for more details. Updated July 21, 2011 INTERNAL OPTION.


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




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