Manufacturing Technology Programs

Our facilities

Gene Haas Foundation labs

SAIT received a $1 million (US) contribution from the Gene Haas Foundation to support applied education in Alberta to create the labs. This funding further strengthens SAIT and the Foundation’s shared goal of training excellence in manufacturing and automation now and into the future.

As part of the School Manufacturing and Automation, these new project-based labs contain our state-of-the-art, industry-standard, computer-numerical-control (CNC) machining equipment that will aid Machinists apprentices and technicians in learning skills for this challenging and rewarding trade, including machining, machine set-up, blueprint reading, process planning, design validation, precision measurement, metallurgy and heat treatment.

Programs

Machining Technology ^{New program!}

  Diploma   
 International applicants accepted  
  2 years

As a machinist, you’ll make or modify mainly metal components to very fine tolerances based on intended designs.

Machining Technology

Machinist apprenticeship

  JourneyPerson   
Not open to international applicants  
  4 periods

Learn to use precision metal cutting and grinding machines like lathes, milling machines, drills, and grinders to create and fix various products. Your role involves precise work, measuring dimensions with micrometres and callipers, and programming digital-readout electronic tools.

Machinist

Mechanical Engineering Technology – Design and Analysis major

  Diploma   
International applicants accepted  
  2 years

Develop your skillset in design, analysis and troubleshooting of various systems, including mechanical, thermal and fluids.

Design and Analysis

Mechanical Engineering Technology – Design and Automation major

 Diploma  
International applicants accepted  
  2 years

Develop your skillset in automated systems design and maintenance, manufacturing controls, and robotics.

Design and Automation

Mechanical Engineering Technology – Design and Development major

  Diploma   
International applicants accepted  
  2 years

Build skills in product design and development, prototyping, ergonomics and industrial design.

Design and Development