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  • Instrument Technician
  • About the Program
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  • What to Expect
  • Where it Can Take You
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NAIT instrument technician apprentices get hands-on training in well-equipped industrial instrumentation and process labs.

They work on diverse equipment, including pneumatic, electronic and microcomputer-based instruments used to measure and control industrial plant processes. This training develops the problem-solving skills and competencies needed to work safely and efficiently in increasingly automated industries.

NAIT has been delivering the instrument technician apprentice program since 1969.

Entrance Requirements

Academic Requirements

The Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board is currently revising the academic entrance requirements for all apprenticeship programs. Visit the Tradesecrets website for more information.

Non-Academic Requirements

You must currently be employed in the trade. If you are not, you must first find an employer willing to hire an apprentice, then contact Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training to become a registered apprentice.

PPE Requirements: Safety glasses or side shields on prescription safety glasses, cotton lab coat or coveralls (no sandals or shorts).

Fees & Expenses

Period One

  • Tuition: $772.00
  • Books & Supplies: $370.00
  • NAITSA & Materials Fee: $130.00
  • Athletic Fee: $37.60

Period Two

  • Tuition: $772.00
  • Books & Supplies: $310.00
  • NAITSA & Materials Fee: $130.00
  • Athletic Fee: $37.60

Period Three

  • Tuition: $965.00
  • Books & Supplies: $280.00
  • NAITSA & Materials Fee: $146.00
  • Athletic Fee: $47.00

Period Four

  • Tuition: $965.00
  • Books & Supplies: $330.00
  • NAITSA & Materials Fee: $146.00
  • Athletic Fee: $47.00

Other Fee Information

Get information on refund policies and parking on the Apprenticeship Fees and Expenses page.

Scholarships & Bursaries

Name Value Available
Swagelok - Edmonton Valve & Fitting Inc. - Brian Clarke Award - Winter$300 1

Available to a first year student of the Instrumentation Engineering Technology program or a first year Instrument Technician Apprenticeship student. Awarded on the basis of achievement in Instrumentation Workshop Practice.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Winter. [hide detail]

Strad Energy Services Instrument Technician Scholarship - Spring$1000 1

Available to fourth year apprentices in the Instrument Technician Apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement to the top student in the program.

Application: None required. Program selects recipient in the Spring. [hide detail]

Wayne MacIntosh Memorial Bursary$500 1

Available to second year apprentices in the Instrument Technician Apprenticeship program. Awarded on the basis of community involvement, main residence in a rural area, financial need, and a letter outlining why the applicant is applying for the award.

Deadline: 4/26/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships January 2. [hide detail]

Northway Pontiac Buick GMC Ltd. Apprenticeship Award$1000 2

Available to an apprenticeship student attending NAIT in any apprenticeship program who is from Redwater High School and who is in the RAP program.

Application: None required. The Redwater High School selects recipient. [hide detail]

The Right Honourable Don Mazankowski Apprenticeship Scholarship, sponsored by Dale Laniuk$500 1

Available to apprenticeship students in their second year of the Boilermaker, Crane & Hoisting Equipment Operator, Gasfitter, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Machinist, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Structural Steel & Plate Fitter, or Welder Apprenticeship programs. Awarded on the basis of academic achievement in their second year in both their NAIT and Provincial exams.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake I$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 10/26/2012

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships August 27. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake IV$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 4/26/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships March 4. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake II$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 12/14/2012

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships October 29. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake III$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 3/1/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships January 2. [hide detail]

Shell Canada Trades Bursaries - Intake V$500 5

Available for students in any year of their Apprenticeship program in the following apprenticeship programs: Electrician, Gasfitter, Gas Utility Operator, Heavy Equipment Technician, Instrument Technician, Millwright, Steamfitter/Pipefitter, Rig Technician, and Welder. Awarded on the basis of satisfactory academic achievement while a student at NAIT and demonstrated financial need. Students of Aboriginal descent, immigrants to Canada, and women will be strongly considered.

Deadline: 6/7/2013

Application: Available at the Scholarships & Bursaries Office or online at www.nait.ca/scholarships April 29. [hide detail]

For general application and special selections, ranging from $500 to $5,000, see Scholarships & Bursaries.

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Apprenticeship Grants

The federal government offers cash grants for eligible apprentices in Red Seal trades.

  • Apprenticeship Incentive Grant
  • Apprenticeship Completion Grant

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