About the Program
If you are interested in a fast-paced, ever-changing, exciting career with enormous growth potential, then the Wireless Systems Engineering Technology program is a great program to consider.
Tuition & Fees (Cost per semester)
Tuition
Cost Per Credit: $223
Tuition Cap: $2,085
Mandatory Fees
NAITSA: $123
U-Pass: $170
Health & Dental: $128
Rec. & Athletics: $70
Books, Supplies & Program Fees (est.)
Semester 1: $1,100
Semester 2: $600
Semester 3: $600
Semester 4: $600
Please note: This information is provided to help you estimate your costs for student financing. Some courses may also have additional expenses. Students who take all of their courses online are exempt from U-Pass, Health & Dental, and Recreation & Athletics fees. All fees are subject to change.
Entrance Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Grade 12 English
- Pure Math 30 or Math 30-1
- One of: Physics 30, Chemistry 30 or Science 30
View the English Language Proficiency Requirements for the Program: NAIT | English Language Proficiency
Advanced Credit
You may apply for advanced credit once you have been accepted into the program. Advanced Credit can be Transfer Credit (for completed post-secondary courses), Credential Recognition (for completed certificates, diplomas or degrees) or PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition).
Transfer Credit & Credential Recognition: In addition to the common guidelines outlined on the Recognition of Prior Learning website and on the Request for Transfer Credit or Credential Recognition form (pdf), your program has other advanced credit requirements that are applied to each request including:
- You must have completed the course or program no more than year(s) ago unless a formalized articulation agreement is in place
- You must have a minimum mark of in the course(s) or program
Contact the program for additional information about Advanced Credit.
If you do not qualify for transfer credit or credential recognition, Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) may be an option.
Scholarships & Bursaries
| Name |
Value |
Available |
| ATCO Electric Indigenous Technologist Award | $1000.00 | 2 |
Available to first or second year indigenous students in the Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology and Wireless Systems Engineering Technology programs. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in the first semester for first year students or third semester for second year students, and financial need. ATCO Electric may wish to offer summer employment to the recipient. Deadline: 9/30/2017 Application: Available online at www.nait.ca/scholarships September 1st. [hide detail] |
| CONTAVA Inc. Scholarship - Fall | $1000.00 | 5 |
Available to student Athletes in the following programs: Bachelor of Applied Information Systems Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Digital Media and IT, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Network Engineering Technology, and Wireless Systems Engineering Technology. Awarded on the basis of acceptance into their program, and acceptance onto a NAIT Intercollegiate Team. Application: None required. NAIT Coaching staff nominates recipients in the Fall. [hide detail] |
| Doug Burrows Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund | $1200 | 1 |
Available to a full time second year student enrolled in the Wireless Systems Engineering Technology program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in the first year (a minimum 3.2 GPA), demonstrated financial need, and a team player involved in school and/or community activities. Applicants must be Canadian Citizens or Landed Immigrants. Deadline: 9/30/2017 Applications: Available online at www.nait.ca/scholarships September 1st. [hide detail] |
| Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc. (Northern Canada Section) | $1000 | 1 |
Available to a second year student enrolled in one of the following programs: Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, or Wireless Systems Engineering Technology. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement. Deadline: 9/30/2017 Application: Available online at www.nait.ca/scholarships September 1st. [hide detail] |
| International Applied Sciences Scholarship | $2500 | 1 |
Available to International students enrolled in the first, second, third, or fourth year of a credit program in the School of Applied Sciences and Technology at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of highest academic achievement in the previous semester. Deadline: 1/31/2018 Application Available: Online at www.nait.ca/scholarships [hide detail] |
| Steve Wild Memorial Bursary | $1000.00 | 1 |
Available to students in the first year of the Bachelor of Applied Information Systems Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Network Engineering Technology or Wireless Systems Technology program at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need. Deadline: 1/31/2018 Application: Available online at www.nait.ca/scholarships January 1st. [hide detail] |
| The Frank Bochek IT Bursary | $1000.00 | 1 |
Frank Bochek is a retired electronics technician who was born and raised in the coal-mining town Sterco, in the foothills of Alberta. His innate curiosity and fascination of how things work make him the ultimate science guy, with a particular passion for computers and electronics. He was the owner/operator of “Frank’s Radio Clinic” in his early career, and was later responsible for small engine and electrical repairs as well as the installation and maintenance of computers in the Yellowhead School Division – including the original Commodore 64. Throughout his life Frank has been committed to volunteerism and community work, cheerfully serving others.
Available to first year students enrolled in the Bachelor of Applied Information Systems Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Computer Network Administrator, Electronics Engineering Technology, Network Engineering Technology and Wireless Systems Engineering Technology programs at NAIT. Awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need as well as community involvement or volunteer work. Applicants must have achieved satisfactory academic achievement in the first semester of the program. Deadline: 1/31/2018 Application: Available online at www.nait.ca/scholarships January 1st. [hide detail] |
| The Right Honourable Don Mazankowski Award of Excellence in Wireless Systems Engineering Technology - Fall | $1000 | 1 |
Available to second year students enrolled in the Wireless Systems Engineering Technology program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement, community involvement and demonstrated leadership skills. Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Fall. [hide detail] |
| Winspear Fund Scholarship | $1500 | 1 |
Awarded on the basis of academic achievement to a second year student enrolled in an Engineering Technology program. Deadline: 9/30/2017 Application: Available online at www.nait.ca/scholarships September 1st. [hide detail] |
For general application and special selections, ranging from $500 to $5,000, see Scholarships & Bursaries.