Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

Canada,Alberta

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24 Months

Duration

CAD$ 17,424/year

Tuition Fee

CAD$ 115

Application Fee

Jan 2023

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Canada, Alberta

Type: College

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1962

Total Students: 32,000 +

Int. Students: 1,800 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

11762 106 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5G 2R1, Canada

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering Technology

Program Overview

Graduates from this program will satisfy the academic requirements and be eligible for membership with The Association of Science and Engineering Technology Professionals (ASET) and other ASET affiliated associates. With emphasis on engineering fundamentals combined with high-tech equipment and analysis techniques, the program provides the flexibility and portability of skills required by mechanical engineering technologists. Design concepts, process planning and analysis techniques are studied and students receive sound supporting theory from courses such as Dynamics, Design of Machine Elements, Drafting and CAD, Plant Engineering and others.

Prospective students usually have an appreciation for engineering principles with a strong leaning toward creativity and practicality. To be successful, graduates must possess:

  • Sound people and personal skills, including working as a team player
  • Effective listening and written communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Personal initiative
  • Professionalism with colleagues and customers
  • A commitment to lifelong learning
  • A mechanical aptitude to assist in problem-solving and design

This program is designed to prepare graduates for rewarding careers in a wide range of industrial and government positions. Our students are employed in all aspects of Alberta industry that use or sell machinery. The majority of graduates get jobs in industries related to oil and gas, agriculture and wood products. Students with a journeyman background are particularly employable.