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Chemical Process Engineering Technology (Co-op)

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Program Details

  • Chemical Process Engineering Technology (Co-op)

  • Program Code: 763
  • Credential: Diploma
  • Duration: Three Years
  • School of Engineering Technology
  • Area: Engineering Technology
  • Domestic Applications: OPEN
  • International Applications: OPEN
  • Location/Delivery Modes & Dates:
  • C
    Ridge Road - On Campus - September 2026
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Program Overview

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Chemical Process Engineering Technologists play a vital role in the monitoring, operation, control and maintenance of equipment in a variety of industries including oil & gas. The program equips graduates with both the knowledge and practical skills necessary to begin their career as competent process operators and chemical engineering technologists.
 
The program covers safe work practices, process operations, chemical engineering principles and regulatory processes, process stream analysis, instrumentation and process control. Students will also acquire valuable work experience through the completion of a co-op work term.
 

OBJECTIVES

As a chemical process engineering technologist, the graduate will have the knowledge and skills that will allow him/her to:

  1. Support the safe and efficient design, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of chemical process systems.
  2. Monitor and optimize various industrial and process operations.
  3. Maintain safe work environments by applying and enforcing safety standards and procedures.
  4. Collaborate with engineers, technologists, and trades professionals to solve industrial process challenges.
  5. Lead and communicate effectively within multidisciplinary industrial operations teams.

CURRICULUM

General education consisting of Project Management Skills (theoretical and applied), Communication Skills (oral and written), Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrical and Magnetic Theory, Engineering Graphics, Engineering Technology Awareness.
 
Specific education in various aspects (theory and principles) of the chemical process control discipline including industrial chemistry, fluid mechanics, and mechanical systems.

Practical education in various aspects of chemical process applications including process controls, chemical reactors, and separation processes.
 
Work exposure consisting of field experience, gained from compensated work terms, in the field of chemical processes.

CERTIFICATIONS

Students in the Chemical Process Engineering Technology (Co-op) program are required to obtain the following external certifications throughout the program:

  • Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
  • Standard First Aid/Heart Start
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods
  • H2S Awareness

*Students should be aware that additional fees may apply to external certifications. 

Note: Students will also be required to complete a number of non-credit co-op education seminars throughout the program (resume writing, job search skills and interview preparation).

ACCREDITATION

This program is accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada (TAC). This provides graduates of the program with national mobility for work and/or study.

ARTICULATION AGREEMENT

  • Graduates of College of the North Atlantic's Chemical Process Engineering Technology (Co-op) diploma program are eligible for admission to Fisheries and Marine Institute of the Memorial University of Newfoundland's Bachelor of Technology degree program. Students admitted may satisfy the requirements of the Bachelor of Technology degree program by succesfully completing thirteen courses (39 credit hours).

Admission Requirements

Eligibility for admission to an Engineering Technology program requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:
 
1.  High School
High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
i. English (2 credits):

English 3201 (60% minimum)
ii.  Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
Advanced:  2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
Academic:  2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
iii. Science (4 credits):
  • 2 credits chosen from one of the following courses (50% minimum):
Biology 3201
Physics 3204
Chemistry 3202
Earth Systems 3209
 
  • 2 credits chosen from (50% minimum): the remaining Science courses in level 1, 2 or 3 (highest grade)
2. College Transition
College Transition Certificate with the following courses (or equivalent):
i. English (60% minimum): CM1060, CM1061
ii. Math (60% minimum): MA1040, MA1041
iii. Science (50% minimum):
  • 2 courses chosen from one of the following subject areas:
Introductory Biology: BL1025, BL1026
Introductory Chemistry: CH1035, CH1036
Introductory Physics: PH1055, PH1056
 
Note: It is strongly recommended that College Transition students who intend to enroll in Engineering Technology programs complete both of the Chemistry courses and both of the Physics courses.
 
3.  Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with Degree and Technical Profile including the following courses (or equivalent):
i. English (60% minimum in each course): 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
ii. Mathematics (60% minimum in each course): 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
iii. Science from one of the following subject areas (50% minimum in each course):
Biology: 1101, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
Chemistry: 1102, 2102A, 2102B, 2102C, 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
Physics: 1104, 2104A, 2104B, 2104C, 3104A, 3104B, 3104C
 
Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses including those outlined above have been completed.
 
4.  Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
 
International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into our regular programs; for more information regarding the College’s English language proficiency requirements please refer to AC-102-PR, Admission Procedures, Section 5.2 English Proficiency.

Courses

COURSES

CODE TITLE Hrs/Wk
Semester 1 (Fall) Cr Le La
CM1400 Technical Report Writing I 3 3 0
ET1100 Electrotechnology I 4 3 2
MA1700 Mathematics* 4 3 2
PH1100 Physics 4 3 2
EG1110 Engineering Graphics 3 2 2
CH1120 Chemistry 4 3 2
SD1170 Technology Awareness I 0 1 0
         
Note: 
Students may apply for an exemption from MA1700 Mathematics provided they meet the following criteria:
  • Students who received a combined average of 70% in high school Academic Mathematics 2201 and 3201
Or
  • A pass in both high school Advanced Mathematics 2200 and 3200
And
  • A 50% in CNA’s math exemption test
         
Semester 2 (Winter) Cr Le La
CH1121 Chemistry 4 3 2
PH1101 Physics 4 3 2
MA1101 Advanced Mathematics 5 5 0
ET1101 Electrotechnology 4 3 2
CM1401 Technical Report Writing II 3 3 0
EG1430 AutoCAD Essentials 3 2 2
SD1171 Technology Awareness II 2 1 0
         
Semester 3 (Intersession) Cr Le La
SE2150 Safety Certifications 0 0 0
SE1530 Occupational Health and Safety 4 4 0
PO1170 Industrial Chemical Processes 2 1 2
CF3205 Materials and Corrosion 3 3 1
MC1850 Spreadsheet Applications 1 0 2
The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester. In intersession, the Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length. Refer to course outline.
         
Semester 4 (Fall) Cr Le La
CH2451 Industrial Chemistry I 4 3 2
CM2800 Oral/Written Communications 3 3 0
FM2102 Fluid Mechanics 3 3 1
MA2100 Mathematics - Calculus 5 5 0
CL1110 Material Balancing 4 3 2
PE2801 Industrial Mechanical Systems 4 3 2
         
Semester 5 (Winter) Cr Le La
CH3450 Industrial Chemistry II 4 3 3
TD2100 Thermodynamics 3 3 1
PO1180 Unit Operations and Process Design I 4 3 2
SP1420 Asset Maint. & Reliability 3 2 2
CI1130 Process Control I 4 3 2
PO2010 Water and Wastewater Treatment Operations 4 3 2
       
Semester 6 (Spring) Cr Le La
WC1830 Work Term 5 0 0
         
Semester 7 (Fall) Cr Le La
TD2120 Thermodynamics 3 3 1
PR3150 Project Management and Financial Analysis 4 4 0
CI1150 Process Control II 4 3 2
PO1190 Natural Gas Processing 4 3 3
PO1000 Mineral Processing I 5 4 2
PR2810 Capstone Project I (Seminar) 0 1 0
         
Semester 8 (Winter) Cr Le La
SE3310 Process Safety and Risk Management 5 4 2
PO1210 Oil Refining 4 3 3
PO1220 Unit Operations and Process Design II 4 3 2
PO2000 Mineral Processing II 5 4 2
PR2811 Capstone Project II *4 3 0
*The credit hour from PR2810 Capstone Project I (Seminar) in Semester 7 is allotted to PR2811 Capstone Project II in Semester 8.
         
Semester 9 (Spring) Cr Le La
CI3821 Process Analyzers 4 3 3
EN3400 Environment Management and Protection 3 3 0
CI3200 Statistical Process Control 3 3 1
The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester. In intersession, the Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length. Refer to course outline.

 

Careers & Pathways

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the Chemical Process Engineering Technology (Co-op) program can expect to find employment as process operators and technologists in areas such as oil & gas extraction and refining, offshore petroleum production installations, petrochemical industries, primary metal manufacturing, thermal power plants and water & waste treatment facilities.
 
Graduates with two years of progressive work experience may be eligible to receive the designation of Professional Technologist (P. Tech) upon completion of a Professional Practice and Ethics Exam.


FURTHER LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Upon completion of this program graduates may choose to further their education by completing a bachelor degree in technology or engineering at one of several institutions that have articulation agreements with College of the North Atlantic.
 

Tuition & Fees

Canadian Students
The confirmation fee is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance. It is required in order to hold your seat in the program.
Mandatory Fees

Application Fee - $30.00 (per program)

A non-refundable fee required for each application submitted to the College | Application Page

Application fees are only refundable if the program does not go ahead, and the applicant does not want to transfer the application to another program.

Confirmation Fee - $105.00 (per program annually)

A non-refundable annual fee due upon confirming acceptance into each program. This covers registration and student association services and must be paid each academic year.

Academic Audit Fee - $50.00 (once per program)

A one-time fee assessed for auditing academic records during your program.

Technology Fee - $83.00 (per semester)

A semester-based fee to support student access to software, internet, and digital services across all campuses.

Full-Time Student Fees
Certificate & Diploma Programs:
School Regular Term
(15 weeks)		 Intersession
(up to 7 weeks)
Engineering Technology $1,301.00 (per semester) $625.00 (per semester)
Part-Time Student Fees
Certificate & Diploma Programs:
Program Type Tuition Fee
Certificate & Diploma Programs $320.00 (per course)
Regulations

All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term. These dates can be found in the Academic Calendar .

  • Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of award on the first day of classes. These students may defer payment until aid is received, at which time fees must be paid in full.
  • Students who do not pay fees within the prescribed time may have their registration cancelled.
  • Students with outstanding balances are:
    • Ineligible for future term registration
    • Unable to receive diplomas, transcripts, or grade reports
    • Denied access to online grades until the balance is paid in full

It is the student's responsibility to clear all balances and contact their campus Student Services office with any account inquiries.

Additional Notes
  • If the College cancels a program, all tuition and fees will be fully refunded.
  • Out-of-sequence students registering or withdrawing mid-term will be charged on a pro-rated basis.
  • Students taking additional courses beyond a standard load must pay for each extra course.
  • Senior citizens (60+) receive a 50% discount on confirmation fees and tuition.
  • Students auditing a course must pay:
    • 50% of tuition
    • 100% of any applicable technology fees

International Students
A fee, which is applied toward program tuition and compulsory fees and includes a deposit fee, is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance.
Mandatory Fees

Application Fee - $100.00 (per program)

A non-refundable fee required for each application submitted to the College | Application Page

Confirmation Fee - $105.00 (per program annually)

A non-refundable annual fee due upon confirming acceptance into each program. This covers registration and student association services and must be paid each academic year.

Deposit Fee - $1,500.00 (Included in First Semester Tuition)

A non-refundable, non-transferable deposit required to secure your seat. Included in first semester tuition.

Academic Audit Fee - $50.00 (once per program)

A one-time fee assessed for auditing academic records during your program.

Technology Fee - $83.00 (per semester)

A semester-based fee to support student access to software, internet, and digital services across all campuses.

Full-Time Student Fees
School Regular Term
(15 weeks)		 Intersession
(up to 7 weeks)
Engineering Technology $4,685.00 (per semester) $2,344.00 (per semester)
Part-Time Student Fees
Certificate & Diploma Programs:
Program Type Tuition Fee
Certificate & Diploma Programs $1,046.00 (per course)
Estimated Program Costs

The document below provides a summary of estimated program costs for international students applying to the 2025–2026 academic year. Please note that all amounts are approximate and subject to change without notice. These costs apply only to international applicants.

Download Estimated Program Costs (PDF)

Making Payments

Application Fee

If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card during the submission of your application to College of the North Atlantic.

Tuition and Other Payments

College of the North Atlantic has partnered with PayMyTuition for all international tuition payments. All tuition payments, unless otherwise noted, can be paid via PayMyTuition.

  • Payments can be made from any bank, in any country, and in any currency.
  • Offers better than bank exchange rates.
  • Fast, secure, and cost-effective.
Please note that you can only use PayMyTuition once you have been assigned a CNA student number.

Regulations

All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term. These dates can be found in the Academic Calendar .

  • Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of award on the first day of classes. These students may defer payment until aid is received, at which time fees must be paid in full.
  • Students who do not pay fees within the prescribed time may have their registration cancelled.
  • Students with outstanding balances are:
    • Ineligible for future term registration
    • Unable to receive diplomas, transcripts, or grade reports
    • Denied access to online grades until the balance is paid in full

It is the student's responsibility to clear all balances and contact their campus Student Services office with any account inquiries.

Additional Notes
  • If the College cancels a program, all tuition and fees will be fully refunded.
  • Out-of-sequence students registering or withdrawing mid-term will be charged on a pro-rated basis.
  • Students taking additional courses beyond a standard load must pay for each extra course.
  • Senior citizens (60+) receive a 50% discount on confirmation fees and tuition.
  • Students auditing a course must pay:
    • 50% of tuition
    • 100% of any applicable technology fees

College of the North Atlantic reserves the right to cancel or alter the delivery date and location of any program offering and delivery method, and will do so in a timely manner in order to minimize the impact on applicants.

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