PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
This red seal program involves automation in the production of various commodities. Complex process control and measurement systems such as those found in the oil and gas industry, chemical plants, food processing operations, and the pulp and paper industry require sensitive and accurate instruments. Some of the duties include:
- Repair, maintain, calibrate, adjust and install industrial measuring and controlling instrumentation
- Ensure plant machinery is safe and operating correctly
- Regulate water flow and air quality
- Monitor and calibrate instruments
- Read and interpret circuit diagrams, blueprints and schematics
- Inspect, test, diagnose faults
- Write maintenance reports
- Repair, calibrate components and instruments
- Perform schedule preventative maintenance
- Observe safe repair procedures according to regulated standards
OUTCOMES
- Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
- Interpret drawings, codes, standards and government regulations.
- Use tools and measuring equipment.
- Conduct new installations.
- Use and maintain analyzers
- Use and maintain various types of field mounted equipment.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:
1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years of age or older, and have been 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.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:
- Hydro Power Generation
- Mining, Petrochemical, and Natural Gas
- Industrial and Commercial Manufacturing
- Industrial Construction
- Industrial Instrument Servicing
- Pulp and Paper Processing
| COURSES |
|
| CODE |
TITLE |
|
| Block 1 |
Entry Level |
Hrs |
| TS1510 |
Occupational Health and Safety |
6 |
| TS1520 |
WHMIS |
6 |
| TS1530 |
Standard First Aid |
14 |
| ER1111 |
Tools and Equipment |
45 |
| ER1140 |
DC Theory |
30 |
| ER1151 |
Series and Parallel DC Circuits |
45 |
| ER1170 |
Voltage Drop and Power Loss |
30 |
| ER1390 |
Safety |
30 |
| ER1201 |
Drawings, Schematics and Specifications |
30 |
| ER1420 |
Introduction to Pressure Measurement and Calibration |
70 |
| ER1430 |
Flow Measurement |
110 |
| ER1440 |
Level and Density Measurement |
50 |
| ER1450 |
Temperature Measurement |
60 |
| ER1460 |
Wireways, Conduit, Electrical Metallic Tubing (EMT) and Fittings |
15 |
| ER1490 |
Material Handling Equipment |
15 |
| ER1500 |
Communication and Trade Documentation |
9 |
| ER1510 |
Conductors and Cables |
30 |
| ER1520 |
Tubing and Piping Systems |
30 |
| ER1530 |
Introduction to Fluids |
25 |
| ER1711 |
Signal Transmission Systems |
30 |
| ER1733 |
Electronics (Circuits and Components) |
90 |
| ER2470 |
Pneumatic Supply Systems I |
25 |
| ER2480 |
Pneumatic Supply Systems II |
25 |
| ICT145 |
On-Off Control Devices |
30 |
| AM1100 |
Math Essentials |
30 |
| AM1190 |
Instrumentation and Control Math Fundamentals |
30 |
| CM2160 |
Communication Essentials |
45 |
| SD1760 |
Workplace Essentials |
45 |
| MC1060 |
Computer Essentials |
15 |
| AP1101 |
Introduction to Apprenticeship |
15 |
A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of entry level courses.
APPRENTICESHIP
Upon completion of the entry level certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding employment, registering as an “Apprentice” and completing the following Advanced Level training and required work experience. The apprenticeship may take 4-5 years and would lead to Journeyperson status in the trade. For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to
www.aes.gov.nl.ca
| Level 2 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| ICT-205 |
Introduction to Fluids |
12 |
| ICT-235 |
Final Control Elements |
42 |
| ICT-245 |
Alternate Current (AC)Theory |
30 |
| ICT-255 |
Process Measurement |
60 |
| ICT-260 |
Hydraulic Supply Systems and Control Devices |
24 |
| ICT-265 |
Pneumatic Supply Systems |
24 |
| ICT-270 |
Electronics Components |
48 |
| |
|
|
| Level 3 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| ICT-300 |
Basic Process Control |
54 |
| ICT-305 |
Trade Related Computer Use |
6 |
| ICT-320 |
Variable Speed Drives |
30 |
| ICT-325 |
Process Analyzers I |
42 |
| ICT-330 |
Equipment Monitoring Devices |
12 |
| ICT-335 |
Communication Systems and Devices |
30 |
| ICT-340 |
Process Analyzers II |
30 |
| ICT-345 |
Job Planning |
6 |
| |
|
|
| Level 4 |
Advanced Level |
Hrs |
| ICT-410 |
Advanced Process Control |
36 |
| ICT-415 |
Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition Systems |
24 |
| ICT-420 |
Human Machine Interface Systems |
12 |
| ICT-425 |
Safety Systems and Devices |
18 |
| ICT-435 |
Programmable Logic Controller Systems |
60 |
| ICT-440 |
Distributed Control Systems |
30 |
| ICT-600 |
Program Review |
30 |