- Level
- 2-Year UG Diploma
- CIP code
- 15.1702
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Open intakes
-
Off-shoreSep 2026, Jan 2027
- Field
- Engineering and Industrial Technology
- Institution
- Public College
- Offer speed
- Fast Offer Speed5–7 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
The Power Engineering Technology diploma at SAIT in Calgary prepares you to operate and maintain the boilers, turbines and systems that power industry. Over two years you’ll study thermodynamics, plant systems, controls and safety, with hands-on training toward power engineering certification.
Graduates pursue careers as power engineers and plant operators in energy, manufacturing, healthcare and commercial facilities.
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
- Power Engineer
- Plant Operator
- Facilities Operator
- Boiler / Building Systems Technician
- Operations Technician
About Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
- Type
- College
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- ★ 4.7
- Reference No.
- O18761749692
