- Level
- 2-Year UG Diploma
- CIP code
- 48.0501
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Open intake
-
Off-shoreSep 2026
- Field
- Industrial Engineering and Manufacturing
- Institution
- Public College
- Offer speed
- Fast Offer Speed5–7 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
The Machining Technology diploma at SAIT in Calgary is a PGWP-eligible program for precision manufacturers. Over two years you’ll master conventional and CNC machining, blueprint reading, metrology and advanced manufacturing processes through extensive shop training.
Graduates work as machinists and manufacturing technicians producing the precision components industry depends on.
What it costs per year · indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits — with your marks, gap and budget — is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
International admission requirements:
- High school graduation (Grade 12) or equivalent.
- Mathematics: at least 50% in Math 30-1 (or 60% in Math 30-2 equivalent).
- English: at least 50% in English Language Arts 30-1 (or 60% in English 30-2 equivalent).
English proficiency (one of): IELTS Academic 6.0 (no band below 6.0), PTE Academic 53, TOEFL iBT 80 (min 20 each), or Duolingo 115.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical · we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Financial proof — bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused — our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
- Machinist
- CNC Machinist / Operator
- Manufacturing Technician
- Tool & Die Maker (pathway)
- CNC Programmer
- Quality Inspector
About Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
- Type
- College
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.7
- Reference No.
- O18761749692
