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Instrumentation and Control Technician

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  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: 34 Weeks
  • Start Date: September 2023

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    On Campus: All courses in this program will be delivered onsite at a CNA campus or at an approved location. Some courses may have online elements.
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    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
    1. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
    2. Interpret drawings, codes, standards and government regulations.
    3. Use tools and measuring equipment.
    4. Conduct new installations.
    5. Use and maintain analyzers
    6. 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:
    i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
    ii. 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, must be at least 19 years of age 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 regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
    If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
    If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
    Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.
     
    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


     

    COURSES  
    CODE TITLE  
    Level 1 Pre-Employment Hrs
    TS1510
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    Occupational Health and Safety 6
    TS1520
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    WHMIS 6
    TS1530
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    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
    AM1001 Introduction to Skills for Success 9
    AM1101 Math Essentials 42
    AM1191 Instrumentation and Control Math Fundamentals 42
    CM2161 Communication Essentials 36
    SD1761 Workplace Essentials 24
    MC1062 Computer Essentials 15
    AP1102 Introduction to Apprenticeship 12

    A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of entry level courses.
     
    APPRENTICESHIP
    Upon completion of the pre-employment 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 Plans of Training (POT) - Immigration, Population Growth and Skills (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


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