2020-2021 INTERNATIONAL VIEWBOOK Table of Contents
1 Are you ready to soar? Message from the President and CEO 2 Why Saskatchewan? 4 Why Canada? With a wide variety of programs across a broad spectrum of professions, 6 The Polytechnic Advantage Saskatchewan Polytechnic is a leader in hands-on, employer-driven post- 8 Student Life secondary education in the beautiful Canadian province of Saskatchewan. Each year, International students from over 50 countries choose Saskatchewan 9 International Student Services Polytechnic to complete post-graduate certificates, degrees, diplomas and 10 English Language Proficiency certificates, leading to successful careers. 11 Transfer Agreements Students are at the centre of everything we do. With rapid change all around us, our dedicated faculty and staff prepare our students for the jobs of 11 Co-operative Education tomorrow—jobs that will require critical thinking and a broad skillset, with 12 Post-Graduate Programs the ability to adapt quickly to solve challenges not yet apparent and to seize 14 School of Business opportunities as yet unforeseen. 16 School of Construction Saskatchewan Polytechnic has the highest graduate success rates in the province. We foster an open and inclusive environment that embraces diverse 17 School of Health Sciences cultures, heritages and opinions. 18 School of Hospitality and Tourism We recognize it is a significant decision to choose a post-secondary institution 19 School of Human Services and Community Safety when studying abroad. I am confident that Saskatchewan Polytechnic can help 20 School of Information and Communications Technology you achieve your education and career goals. 22 School of Mining, Energy and Manufacturing Sincerely, 25 School of Natural Resources and Built Environment Dr. Larry Rosia 26 School of Nursing President and CEO 27 School of Transportation 28 Your Pathway to Becoming a Student 30 Admission Requirements 34 Stories from Our International Department 36 Index
All individuals portrayed in this publication are Serving campuses in Treaty 4 Territory, Treaty 6 Saskatchewan Polytechnic students, alumni and staff. Territory and Homeland of the Métis people. REAL EDUCATION
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We are the leading post-secondary technical and skills training institute in Saskatchewan. Discover our career-focused, employer-driven training and hands-on learning opportunities. Learn in small classes that allow for individual interaction with instructors and fellow students. Choose from a variety of programs, including diploma, degree and post-graduate certificate options. You can even apply your Saskatchewan Polytechnic education towards a university degree. With a high graduate employment rate and innovative programs recognized across Canada and around the world, Saskatchewan Polytechnic will help your career take flight.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 1 Why Saskatchewan? Saskatchewan is a destination with opportunity.
Our economy is diverse, our quality of life is excellent and our educational standards are high. As a student, you’ll live in safe, welcoming communities and meet people from around the world. Enjoy four seasons of fun activities. Explore amazing landscapes in this land of living skies, from vast golden plains in the south to pristine lakes and peaceful boreal forests in the north. The spectacular northern lights will amaze you at night.
Health Benefits International students who come to Canada directly from Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program another country are eligible to receive coverage in The Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program has a special Saskatchewan upon arrival. All new Saskatchewan residents sub-category just for students who graduate from Saskatchewan must register themselves and their dependents for a post-secondary institutions. Learn more at saskatchewan.ca/ Saskatchewan Health Card in order to receive health benefits. residents/moving-to-saskatchewan. Learn more at ehealthsask.ca.
Half the province is covered by forest, Saskatchewan is Canada’s sunniest province. one-third is farmland and one-eighth Reference: Saskatchewan Research Council is fresh water.
100,000 lakes and rivers, 20 minute average commute many national, provincial and Reference: thinksask.ca regional parks
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Saskatchewan’s population: Unemployment rate, 5.2% below the national average. 1.1 Million+ Reference: January-June 2019 data, dashboard.saskatchewan.ca
Saskatchewan has vibrant, friendly cities:
Moose Jaw Prince Albert Regina Saskatoon
Our campus cities offer every amenity that students could need, including shopping malls, public libraries, recreation complexes, movie theatres, art galleries, museums, public parks, grocery stores, swimming pools and easy access to health care facilities.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 3 Why Canada? Canada is a great place to live, study, work and play.
Canada is one of the world’s safest countries. Canada is well-known for its hospitality, its affordable, high quality education and its inclusive, multicultural spirit. The United Nations consistently ranks Canada as one of the world’s best places to live.
Canada’s population: Canada’s air quality ranked top three in the world. 37,500,000+ Reference: World Health Organization
Four season climate: fall, winter, spring and summer 96% of international students studying in Canada recommend it as a study destination. Reference: CBIE International Student Survey, 2018
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Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Toronto four campuses are in the cities of Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 5 The Polytechnic Advantage:
Saskatchewan Polytechnic is the preferred provider of post-secondary technical and vocational skills training in the province of Saskatchewan. Our programs are based on labour market needs. Our curriculum is developed through consultation with industry. Our graduates have a high level of knowledge, skills and practical experience.
Our grads are You’ll benefit from You’ll learn in demand our close relationships by doing
There’s a reason why Saskatchewan Polytechnic with employers Hands-on learning opportunities let you apply has a consistently high grad employment rate, what you learn in the classroom to real-world and why we score top marks with employers. Saskatchewan Polytechnic not only develops situations. Depending on your program, you’ll Our focus on applied learning develops curriculum in consultation with employers, reinforce your skills through labs, clinical marketable skills that prepare you to contribute but we ensure that it’s up-to-date and relevant placements, field investigations, outdoor camps, from Day 1 on the job. The blend of knowledge, through program advisory committees. About machinery time, workplace practicums and/or skills and experience you’ll acquire here is a big 700 representatives lend their expertise to co-op work terms. advantage in today’s job market. these committees, which include employers, practitioners and grads.
Employers love our grads! 94% of them 93% of graduates are satisfied to 75% of our programs have a work-integrated portion. 94% said they’d hire a Saskatchewan Polytechnic very satisfied with program quality. That’s almost 3,000 students working in the grad again. community as part of training each year.
6 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 You’ll learn 80+ programs Applied research by doing to choose from opportunities
We offer degrees, diplomas and certificates Saskatchewan Polytechnic students are encouraged that lead to rewarding careers in business, and supported by faculty to partner with business, information technology, health, mining, industry and the community on applied research transportation and other sectors of the economy. projects that provide real world solutions to Many of our programs let you put your credential today’s challenges. Participating in applied toward a professional designation, advanced research gives you hands-on experience so you professional standing or university degree. can transition seamlessly into your chosen career and position yourself as an employee of choice in today’s competitive job market. Learn more at saskpolytech.ca/research
Saskatchewan Polytechnic graduates Students that graduate from Saskatchewan 4,000+ people each year. Polytechnic programs are also eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. This allows you to work after graduation to gain valuable work experience in Canada.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 7 Child Care Saskatchewan Polytechnic campuses in Prince Albert, Regina and Saskatoon offer child care centres. Each centre accommodates children of various ages Student Life in a safe and friendly environment. Additionally, child care is available in the community in all four campus cities. At Saskatchewan Polytechnic, practical learning leads directly to job opportunities. It’s an approach that earns consistently high employment rates for our graduates … and consistently excellent reviews Health and Dental Plan of our grads by employers. But we realize there’s more to your education In addition to provincial health care, all students are eligible for the Saskatchewan than what takes place in the classroom or on work placements. Polytechnic Students’ Association Health and Dental plan. The plan will help you save on health and dental care expenses, including eye care, dental care and prescription drugs.
Student Awards Campus Nurses Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers student awards for every certificate and diploma program at every campus. International students are eligible for all International students also have access to a registered nurse on every campus. scholarships and awards based on academic achievement. Whether you’re feeling stressed out, need treatment or require specific health information, you can walk-in to your campus clinic or make an appointment to saskpolytech.ca/scholarships fit your schedule.
Cost of Living in Saskatchewan Parking and Transit The cost of living varies according to an individual’s lifestyle. The average cost of living for a student (excluding tuition and learning material costs) is approximately Students have a choice of transportation options to and from Saskatchewan $1,250 CDN per month. Polytechnic campuses in each city. All four cities have public transit buses connecting various neighbourhoods to campus. For students with a Approximate expenses per academic year are: Saskatchewan driver’s licence, there is designated student parking. Parking • Accommodation, utilities, food: $9,200 • Local transportation: $600 passes are available in daily, monthly and semester increments. Carpooling • Computer labs, typing, duplicating: $250 • Clothing: $700 is also a popular option.
Housing Saskatchewan Polytechnic Students’ Association If you are looking for an apartment, room and board or shared accommodations, Our energetic students’ association represents interests and offers students housing registries are available at each campus and can be accessed from our opportunities to participate in activities on campus. The students’ association website. Students attending our Regina campus might also have the option of offers services such as advocacy and representation, legal services, health and living in residence at the nearby University of Regina campus. Students in dental plan services, and many more. All students enrolled in Saskatchewan Saskatoon can live with a Canadian family while completing their studies by Polytechnic programs and courses are automatically members of the students’ applying to the Canada Homestay Network. association. saskpolytech.ca/international/housing spsa.ca
Saskatchewan Polytechnic provides approximately $ $2 million in student awards each academic year. 8 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 International Student Services Our dedicated international education team is here to assist you from application to graduation. Located on each campus, the team is made up of international student advisors, a Registered International Student Immigration Advisor Airport Pick-Up (RISIA), liaison officers and assistants. They host numerous events and If you’re flying to Saskatoon or Regina, let us know ahead of time when your flight will arrive. We’ll come to the airport to personally welcome you to Saskatchewan workshops and are your point of contact throughout your educational journey. and help get you (and your luggage) a ride to campus or your accommodations. It’s a friendly way to start your Saskatchewan Polytechnic adventure! This service is offered in the weeks leading up to the beginning of the September and January semesters and can be arranged by contacting [email protected]. Immigration Guidance As in all countries of the world, Canada has laws and regulations governing international visitors who are temporarily within its borders. We know these Co-op Coordinator, International Students laws and regulations can be complex. Saskatchewan Polytechnic is here The co-op coordinator responsible for international students works with students, to help. Your international student advisor can help with questions and faculty and employers to ensure that issues specific to international students are access to information you need to understand and fulfill your immigration addressed. Through workshops, online learning, consultation with industry and requirements as a student. For more about immigration requirements and life in students, they strive to ensure that international students achieve a successful Saskatchewan, visit our International Student Guide: outcome within the co-op program. saskpolytech.ca/internationalstudentguide Employment Services Learning Services and Language Support Connecting Saskatchewan Polytechnic students, graduates and employers is Learning Services provides support and guidance to all students throughout our mission. Services include individual and group sessions on resumé and cover their experience at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. Our team is dedicated to letter writing and effective interviewing skills, presentation, career fairs, updates student success and supporting the transition into Canadian culture and the on labour market trends, and access to job search tools. We are a direct link to Canadian academic environment. You can attend workshops throughout the your future employers and provide you with opportunities to gain first-hand year or book one-on-one appointments if you need additional support in knowledge of various career opportunities. Visit our Employment Services writing or math. Our language specialists can help with technical language Coordinators at each campus. support and study skills. Counselling Orientation Professional Counsellors provide confidential individual and group counselling with Before starting your program, we’ll provide an informative, activity-filled a culturally sensitive and strength-based approach to wellness. orientation session to help you prepare for your upcoming year. You’ll meet your international student advisor and receive specific information to help you adjust to life in Canada. You’ll also take part in welcome activities organized Accessibility Services by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and your students’ association. These activities We are committed to providing equal access for students with accessibility are designed to help you meet fellow students, get to know the campus and needs. Accessibility Services identify learning needs and implement program learn about the many student supports and activities available. accommodations to support student success.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 9 English Language Proficiency
All Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs are taught in English. To be admitted, you need to be able to understand, speak, read and write in English. If your first or primary language is not English, you’ll need to provide evidence of English language proficiency. Refer to our English Language Proficiency Requirements (PDF) chart at saskpolytech.ca/englishlanguagerequirement for details.
International English Language English for Academic Purposes How to Qualify for EAP Testing System (IELTS) Our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses • Be an International Student Achieving the required minimum scores through will help you gain the necessary English skills to be • Apply to an eligible First Qualified First an IELTS Academic Module assessment is one of successful at the post-secondary level. Admitted (FQFA) Saskatchewan Polytechnic several ways to satisfy Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s You can receive sequential admission to post-secondary program. English language proficiency requirement. IELTS Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s EAP courses and • Meet the admission requirements (except for test results remain current for Saskatchewan one of the many Saskatchewan Polytechnic post- the English Language Requirement) for eligible Polytechnic programs for two years. secondary programs that are available to post-secondary program of choice. All programs require a minimum overall score of international applicants. • Have an overall IELTS academic score (or other Band 6.5 with a minimum score of 5.0 in each When you apply to one of our eligible post- accepted equivalent) of at least 5.5, but less than 6.5. component for admission. secondary programs, you are automatically - Level 1 - IELTS 5.5-6.0 considered for EAP by providing an overall score of - Level 2 - IELTS 6.0-6.5 5.5 or higher on the IELTS Academic test. saskpolytech.ca/eap
10 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 Transfer Agreements Co-operative Education
Get Credit for Saskatchewan Polytechnic Learning Co-operative education is one of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s strengths. It is a proven, practical system of career education Get credit at another post-secondary education institution (or in that gives you an opportunity to apply classroom theory to a another Saskatchewan Polytechnic program), for programs or courses you’ve taken at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. real-world career.
Take the 2 + 2 strategy. Earn a Saskatchewan Polytechnic diploma in Many of our programs have a co-operative education component. your program of choice in just two years. Then, transfer your credits To see the list, visit saskpolytech.ca/co-op. to an eligible university and earn a degree with just two more years of The Benefits study. You’ll get two years of practical, hands-on, career-focused learning followed by two years of theoretical classroom learning. It’s a smart way to • Earn while you learn! Co-operative work terms are paid— use Saskatchewan Polytechnic as a stepping stone to higher education. you earn a wage while gaining experience in your chosen field. • Real world experience. You’ll put classroom learning to work in a Learn more at saskpolytech.ca/getcredit. real work environment. The practical, hands-on experience you gain will give you a competitive edge in the job market. Look for this symbol in the program charts denoting • Test drive your career. Working in your chosen field while you’re programs with a 2+2 transfer agreement. still in school is an opportunity to “test drive” your chosen career. • Develop “soft skills.” From job interviewing to interpersonal communication, having strong “soft skills” is critical in today’s job market. • Develop a network of employer contacts. Depending on your co-operative education placements, you can develop a strong network of potential employers and increase your chances of landing a career job before you finish your program.
Look for this symbol in the program charts denoting programs with a Co-operative Education component.
94% of International co-operative education students received a work term placement.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 11 POST-GRADUATE PROGRAMS Post-graduate programs require a post-secondary education diploma or bachelor’s degree as a prerequisite. Delivered within a short time-frame, these programs are designed to respond to employers’ needs for Post-graduate certificates complement the post-secondary these specialized skills. education you have already earned.
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees School of Business
Business Accountancy - $19,700 This post-graduate certificate program is designed to help students Financial Accountant Financial Auditors and $41,600 - $117,800 post-graduate certificate prepare for the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) designation. The Accountants (1111) program was developed from the CPA competency map. Students will gain Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters Financial Auditor Financial Auditors and $41,600 - $117,800 a deeper understanding of accounting practices and principles, accounting Accountants (1111) Program Location(s): Moose Jaw management, taxation and commercial law as it relates to finances and accounting. You’ll develop the skills required to earn your CPA designation Accounting Technician Accounting Technicians $31,200 - $68,600 and grow your accounting career. and Bookkeepers (1311)
Business Management - $17,000 The Business Management post-graduate certificate is a unique Human Resources Human Resources $53,000 - $150,100 post-graduate certificate opportunity for professionals who want to advance their careers through Administrator Managers (0112) the development of leadership and management knowledge and skills. The 1 year | 2 semesters Logistics Manager Program Duration: program will prepare students with an existing bachelor’s or master’s Purchasing Managers (0113) $55,300 - $141,300 Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, Prince Albert degree to assume leadership and managerial roles. You will develop skills Administrative Supervisor Supervisors, General Office $35,400 - $80,000 and knowledge in fields of management, accounting, marketing, leadership, and Administrative Support business communications, and cross-cultural business practices. Workers (1211)
Supply Chain Management - $19,800 The Supply Chain Management post-graduate certificate provides students Material Manager Purchasing Managers (0113) $55,300 - $141,300 post-graduate certificate with the tools necessary to strategize solutions to complex problems and Freight Supervisor Supervisors, Supply Chain, $31,800 - $83,200 Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters situations. You will develop confidence in planning, sourcing, producing and Tracking and Scheduling delivering products and services. The program will prepare students with Co-ordination Occupations Program Location(s): Moose Jaw an existing bachelor’s degree in business or engineering to understand and (1215) work in the supply chain management industry in Saskatchewan and Warehouse Supervisor Supervisors, Supply Chain, $31,800 - $83,200 Canadian public and private enterprise. Students will develop skills and Tracking and Scheduling knowledge in fields of procurement, negotiations, leadership, logistics, Co-ordination Occupations risk management and information systems. (1215) School of Information and Communications Technology
Software Developer - $20,300 The Software Developer post-graduate certificate will prepare you for the Mobile Developer Computer Programmers and $48,100 - $100,100 post-graduate certificate challenges of developing software products and web applications for Interactive Media Developers Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters clients. Software Developer is designed to expand your current knowledge (2174) Program Location(s): Saskatoon and skills into the fields of technology, computer applications, data Software Engineer Software Engineers and $48,100 - $100,100 communications, data design, and software analysis and design. Designers (2173) Web Developer Web Designers and $23,100 - $76,400 Developers (2175)
Technology Management - $17,100 The post-graduate certificate in Technology Management will prepare you Computer Projects Manager Computer and Information $72,100 - $138,100 post-graduate certificate for the challenges of facilitating business operations and strategy through Systems Managers (0213) the provision of technology infrastructure and systems development. You Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Director of Technology Computer and Information $72,100 - $138,100 will study the role technology plays in enabling business strategy and Management Systems Managers (0213) Program Location(s): Moose Jaw vision. At the end of your studies you will have the option of pursuing a work-integrated learning experience that connects you with industry and Information Technology Computer and Information $72,100 - $138,100 gives you real world experience in the exciting world of technology. Integration Manager Systems Managers (0213)
12 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 Post-Graduate Bundles Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers post-graduate bundles that allow students who meet the admissions requirements to be accepted to two separate programs before beginning their studies at Saskatchewan Polytechnic. We recommend that students complete the two programs in the order listed below.
Business Business Technology Business Business Management Management Management Management Management + + + + + Supply Chain Business Software Developer Technology Software Developer Management Accountancy Management
Admission requirement: Admission requirement: Admission requirement: Admission requirement: Admission requirement: a conferred bachelor’s degree a conferred bachelor’s a conferred bachelor’s degree a conferred bachelor’s degree a conferred bachelor’s in Business or Engineering degree in any discipline in Computer Science or in Computer Science or degree in Computer Science, from a recognized post- from a recognized post- Information and Information and Information and secondary institution. secondary institution. Communications Technology Communications Technology Communications Technology, from a recognized post- from a recognized post- other Science or Applied secondary institution. secondary institution. Science from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 13 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Business students are tomorrow’s accountants, financial officers, marketing managers, insurance brokers, human resources specialists, executive assistants and entrepreneurs. Our programs let you call the shots, whether you’re looking for a great grounding in business basics, Business skills give you a competitive edge – specialized training or career advancement. wherever you’re steering your career. saskpolytech.ca/business
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees Business diploma specialties
Accountancy - diploma $15,550 Accounting is often called the language of business. Those who speak the Staff Accountant Financial Auditors and $41,600 - $117,800 Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters language are in demand in today’s global economy. Saskatchewan Accountants (1111) Program Location(s): Moose Jaw Polytechnic’s Business Accountancy program provides a practical focus to specialized training in the accounting field. On graduation, you will receive Tax Auditor Financial Auditors and $41,600 - $117,800 advanced standing towards Canada’s professional accounting designation- Accountants (1111) CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). And having the right credentials Accounting Technician Accounting Technicians and $31,200 - $68,600 is essential for building an upwardly mobile career as an accountant, auditor Bookkeepers (1311) or financial analyst.
$15,500 The financial services industry is evolving to meet the demands of a more Financial Advisor Financial Managers (0111) $57,600 - $133,400 Financial Services - diploma diverse client base. That’s creating exciting new career opportunities for 2 years | 4 semesters Program Duration: future generations. Our Business Financial Services program is designed to Account Manager Banking, Credit and Other $52,700 - $138,700 Program Location(s): Moose Jaw meet actual marketplace needs as identified by our financial services Investment Managers (0122) advisory board in conjunction with the Canadian Securities Institute. That Small Business Advisor TRANSFER CREDIT means your education matches evolving industry needs, which ensures Professional Occupations $51,100 - $107,800 you’re ready to jump into the workforce as a management trainee upon in Business Management graduation. Consulting (1122)
14 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Human Resources - diploma $15,550 No matter how high-tech the business, success or failure ultimately comes Human Resources Manager Human Resources $53,000 - $150,100 Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters down to one critical asset—people. All organizations need trained Managers (0112) professionals who know how to recruit, train, compensate, motivate and Program Location(s): Moose Jaw retain employees. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Business Human Resources Human Resources Consultant Human Resources $41,900 - $98,200 Professionals (1121) CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT program provides the broad-based training you need to work in any sector, from health care to manufacturing. Build a career as an HR manager, recruiter, labour relations consultant, compensation analyst, training Payroll Administrator Payroll Administrators (1432) $36,100 - $67,300 coordinator, organizational developer or benefits administrator.
It takes a unique combination of people skills and business savvy to succeed Insurance Underwriter Insurance Underwriters (1313) $39,000 - $84,000 Insurance - diploma $15,500 in the insurance industry. Individuals, businesses, farms, charities, Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters government agencies: all need to manage risk and protect against loss; all Insurance Clerk Banking, Insurance and Other $37,500 - $64,500 Program Location(s): Moose Jaw turn to insurance professionals for guidance. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Financial Clerks (1434)
Business Insurance program combines the knowledge and skills of a Insurance Broker TRANSFER CREDIT business professional with courses specifically related to the property and Insurance Agents and $31,200 - $80,000 casualty insurance industry. At the end of the program, you’re ready to Brokers (6231) launch your career as a broker, agent, adjuster or underwriter.
Management - diploma In a competitive business environment, strong management skills give you Contract Administrator Purchasing Managers (0113) $55,300 - $141,300 $15,500 an edge in winning the best positions and promotions. Managers are vital to Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters any successful enterprise. The best ones are equal parts problem solvers, Administrative Coordinator Administrative Officers (1221) $31,200 - $75,100 Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, Prince Albert organizers, communicators and team leaders. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Business Management program helps you hone your natural abilities, while Financial Officer Accounting Technicians $31,200 - $68,600 CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT providing specialized knowledge and skills. On graduation, you’ll have a and Bookkeepers (1311) choice of career paths-administrative clerk, financial officer, management trainee, merchandising manager and more.
Marketing - diploma $15,500 Marketing is one of the most multi-faceted and exciting careers in business Advertising Account Manager Professional Occupations in $36,100 - $90,100 Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters today. It can involve everything from product research and development to Advertising, Marketing and pricing, distribution and promotion. If you have the energy and ideas, the Public Relations (1123) Program Location(s): Moose Jaw Business Marketing program can provide the knowledge and skills to get Marketing Coordinator Professional Occupations in $36,100 - $90,100 your career started as a marketing coordinator, assistant or representative in Advertising, Marketing and CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT the retail, tourism, entertainment, technology, health, education, non-profit, Public Relations (1123) industrial or financial sector. Purchasing Officer Purchasing Agents and $47,900 - $96,000 Officers (1225)
Business Accountancy - For more information on Post-Graduate Certificate programs, see page 12. post-graduate certificate Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters Program Location(s): Moose Jaw
Business Management - For more information on Post-Graduate Certificate programs, see page 12. post-graduate certificate Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, Prince Albert
Office Administration - certificate $14,700 Administrative assistant, administrative support staff, receptionist— Administrative Support Administrative Officers (1221) $31,200 - $75,100 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters graduates of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Office Administration program Executive Assistant Executive Assistants (1222) $32,000 - $75,600 Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, Prince Albert, work in a variety of positions and in many different office environments. Regina Saskatchewan Polytechnic provides practical, applied training in everything Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistants $32,000 - $62,400 from accounting to word processing, with an emphasis on computer (1241) applications.
Supply Chain Management - For more information on Post-Graduate Certificate programs, see page 12. post-graduate certificate Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters Program Location(s): Moose Jaw
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 15 SCHOOL OF CONSTRUCTION
There’s high demand for skilled construction tradespeople, If you enjoy working with your hands with competitive wages to match. Saskatchewan Polytechnic or you’re interested in building structures, offers top-quality shop facilities, modern industry tools and enthusiastic instructors who have worked in industry. then consider a career in construction. saskpolytech.ca/construction
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Bachelor of Construction $18,900 If you are a graduate of an Architectural or any Engineering Technologies Assistant Construction Construction Managers (0711) $52,700 - $138,700 Management - degree diploma, the Bachelor of Construction Management (BCM) degree program Manager offers you the opportunity to earn an after-diploma baccalaureate degree Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters with an additional two years of study. Graduates will be prepared for Assistant Project Manager Construction Managers (0711) $31,200 - $68,600 Program Location(s): Regina leadership roles in the growing heavy industrial, commercial, engineering Project Document Controller Production Logistics TRANSFER CREDIT and construction industries. You will be actively engaged in managing the $30,200 - $64,900 safe, timely and cost effective delivery of a broad range of projects in Co-ordinators (1523) industries like construction, oil and gas, engineering, design, research and development and entrepreneurship.
Carpentry - certificate $16,300 You’ll need more than a hammer and nails to be a carpenter in today’s Framer Carpenters (7271) $41,600 - $117,800 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters construction industry. The carpentry program is designed for people not currently working in the trade. The combination of classroom learning and Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, Prince Albert Concrete Former Concrete Finisher (7282) $41,600 - $117,800 practical training prepares you to work in residential and commercial construction. Grads get jobs with general contractors, subcontractors and framing contractors. Trade time and academic credit may be available for Exterior/Interior Finisher Construction Trades Helpers $31,200 - $68,600 grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. and Labourers (7611)
16 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Health careers demand accuracy, attention to detail, manual dexterity, self-motivation, organizational skills and empathy. Saskatchewan Polytechnic grads are answering that call. Grads may work as continuing care assistants, Canada’s complex health-care system, recreation therapists or health information analysts. The School of Health Sciences offers a host of career options from which to choose. and evolving medical technologies, saskpolytech.ca/healthsciences mean growing demand for skilled health care workers.
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Continuing Care Assistant - certificate $14,900 Shorter hospital stays, more outpatient treatment, an aging population, Continuing Care Assistant Nurse Aides, Orderlies and $34,000 - $45,800 Patient Services Associates Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters longer life expectancies—it all adds up to more jobs for continuing care assistants. The Continuing Care Assistant program provides the knowledge (3413) Program Location(s): Prince Albert, Regina, and skills you need to work with disabled, recovering and chronically and Special Care Aide Nurse Aides, Orderlies and $34,000 - $45,800 Saskatoon terminally ill people. Job opportunities are varied. You could work in a Patient Services Associates hospital, long-term care facility, private care home, integrated facility, (3413) supportive housing or special needs classroom. Home Health Aide Home Support Workers, $23,800 - $76,500 Housekeepers and Related Occupations (4412)
Health Information Management - $17,000 Health Information Management (HIM) specialists are integral members of Health Information Health Information $34,600 - $68,600 health care teams. Their skills in data collection, analysis and safeguarding of Management Practitioner Management Occupations diploma health information are vital to providing quality patient care and in quality (1252) Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters improvement initiatives. HIM’s also plan information systems, develop health Program Location(s): Regina policy and identify current and future information needs. They work in Information Management Records Management $39,600 - $74,400 hospitals, community clinics, long-term care facilities, government agencies, Technician Technicians (1253) TRANSFER CREDIT educational institutions, health privacy settings, law offices, insurance Health Information Analyst Health Policy Researchers, $47,900 - $99,900 agencies and pharmaceutical companies. If you are a detail-oriented person Consultants and Program with an interest in health care analytics, Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s HIM Officers (4165) program could be a great career fit for you.
Therapeutic Recreation - diploma A therapeutic recreation professional’s goals are to improve the quality of Recreation Therapist Other Professional $45,800 - $79,100 $17,000 Occupations in Therapy and Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters life, leisure functioning and health of clients through recreation and leisure activities. Therapeutic recreation is a career that attracts outgoing, active Assessment (3144) Program Location(s): Saskatoon individuals who like working with people of all abilities across the lifespan. *Next intake is September 2021 Career opportunities are diverse. You might work in a hospital as part of a Therapeutic Recreation Other Professional $45,800 - $79,100 multidisciplinary health care team. You might also use your skills to improve Programmer Occupations in Therapy and TRANSFER CREDIT the lives of clients in long-term care facilities, adult day programs, Assessment (3144) rehabilitation centres, mental health and addictions, or community agencies. Recreation Therapy Assistant Other Assisting Occupations $33,100 - $70,000 Other areas include pediatrics, geriatrics, transitional care and more. in Support of Health Services (3414)
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 17 SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM Our Hospitality and Tourism programs will prepare you to work in an array of venues, including hotels, restaurants, resorts, schools, hospitals, recreation There’s no better time to think about complexes and remote catering facilities, or in a business of your own. a career in hospitality and tourism. saskpolytech.ca/hospitality
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Food and Nutrition Management - $15,800 Food and nutrition management is a multi-billion dollar global industry with Certified Nutrition Manager Restaurant and Food $30,500 - $94,800 diploma a growing choice of career opportunities. Pursue a challenging career in the (CNM) Service Managers (0631) dynamic and growing health care and food service industries. With your Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Nutrition Manager (NM) Restaurant and Food knowledge of nutrition and food service, and your skills in business and $30,500 - $94,800 Service Managers (0631) Program Location(s): Saskatoon human resources, you are prepared to work in the nutrition department TRANSFER CREDIT of a hospital, long-term care facility, or other food or nutrition-related Food Service Supervisor Food Service Supervisors $25,000 - $43,700 industry. Nutrition managers work as part of multidisciplinary teams and (6311) collaborate with dietitians to ensure client nutritional needs are met.
Hotel and Restaurant Management - $16,135 All travelers want a nice home away from home. Hospitality professionals Hotel General Manager Senior Managers - Trade, $27,000 - $258,300 diploma ensure this by making their stay comfortable. Hotel and Restaurant Broadcasting and Other Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Management provides a thorough background in the management of front Services, N.E.C. (0015) office, housekeeping, catering, marketing and food and beverage functions. Program Location(s): Saskatoon Sales Manager Corporate Sales $39,000 - $120,000 Students enjoy strong industry support through practicums, guest Managers (0601) TRANSFER CREDIT lecturers, scholarships and input into curriculum. Many graduates work in supervisory and management positions, while others have gone on to Restaurant Manager Restaurant and Food $30,500 - $94,800 operate their own specialty restaurants. Service Managers (0631)
Professional Cooking - certificate $19,700 Turn your love of food and entertaining into a career. Saskatchewan’s most Chef Chefs (6321) $29,200 - $59,300 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters recognized culinary training program offers a comprehensive curriculum and highly trained instructors who share their passion for professional Cook Cooks (6322) $23,100 - $45,800 Moose Jaw, Prince Albert Program Location(s): cooking. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Professional Cooking program develops the skills and knowledge you need to join a team of culinary Kitchen Helper Food Counter Attendants, $23,100 - $35,800 professionals. Get hands-on experience in state-of-the-art commercial Kitchen Helpers and Related and professional kitchens. Graduates have turned their passion for food Support Occupations (6711) preparation into careers as working chefs and cooks, kitchen managers, banquet chefs and sous chefs.
Recreation and Community $14,400 Welcome to the business of Recreation and Community Development. Manager Sport, Recreation, Sports and Fitness $35,800 - $96,000 With more than 900 job openings last year, this is a high demand industry. Recreation and Culture Program Service Directors Development - diploma The program focuses on the business and management of communities. (0513) Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Some of the careers in the industry are recreation director, manager of Special Events Manager Conference and Event $29,200 - $68,400 Program Location(s): Saskatoon sport, recreation and culture, community development officer, facility Planners (1226) manager or special events manager. Your skills will be in demand in both TRANSFER CREDIT Community Development Business Development Officers $41,000 - $96,000 rural and urban communities. Consultant and Marketing Researchers and Consultants (4163)
18 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 SCHOOL OF HUMAN SERVICES AND COMMUNITY SAFETY
These programs can open the door Saskatchewan Polytechnic offers hands-on education in early childhood education, disability support, occupational health and safety and more. The choice is yours. to a satisfying career that will let you saskpolytech.ca/HSCS make a positive difference.
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Disability Support Worker - certificate $17,000 Disability support workers believe every individual has a right to live life to Disability Support Worker Community and Social $33,300 - $71,400 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters the fullest, and they are passionate about participation for all. Service Workers (4212) Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Disability Support Worker program prepares Program Location(s): Saskatoon (Ave W you to support individuals with cognitive, emotional, learning and/or Campus) physical disabilities. The flexible program lets you study on campus or by distance learning, with practical experience provided in community-based practicums. You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a health-care institution, educational setting, residential program, adult vocational training centre or community-based agency.
Early childhood educators enjoy engaging with children and families. They $23,100 - $56,300 Early Childhood Education - diploma $16,600 have the necessary skills to create curriculum to support children’s Early Childhood Educator Early Childhood Educators Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters development in the early years of life. The Early Childhood Education and Assistants (4214) Program Location(s): Prince Albert, Regina, program includes both one-year certificate and two-year diploma options. Saskatoon The option you choose depends on how far you want to take your career. As a certified early childhood educator in Saskatchewan, your first job may TRANSFER CREDIT be in a child care centre, preschool or a family child care home setting. A diploma in Early Childhood Education expands your opportunities to include work with infants and toddlers as well as children with diverse needs, as a child care centre director or a community support worker in children’s programs. $14,400 Educational assistants work with classroom teachers to create inclusive Educational Assistant Elementary and Secondary $32,100 - $53,400 Educational Assistant - certificate learning environments. The Educational Assistant program prepares you to Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters School Teacher Assistants work with children and youth who have diverse learning needs. Most (4413) Program Location(s): Saskatoon Saskatchewan Polytechnic grads find jobs in traditional classroom settings in elementary, junior high and high schools, but you could also work in resource rooms, help with lunch and after-school programs, or find opportunities in care facilities, youth centres and alternative education programs. Employers across the country must conform to occupational health and Occupational Health and Safety - $19,200 Occupational Health and Inspectors in Public and $41,600 - $108,900 safety legislation. As legislation and standards become multifaceted, Safety Officer Environmental Health and certificate demand for qualified Occupational Health and Safety professionals grows. Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Occupational Health and This program is a great fit if you’re looking to enter the Occupational Health Safety (2263) Program Location(s): Saskatoon and Safety profession, are already working in occupational health and safety and want to expand your career opportunities, or are considering or TRANSFER CREDIT preparing to challenge the Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) or Canadian Registered Safety Technician (CRST) exam. Being able to connect with youth is a rare gift. If you have the gift, Youth Care Worker Community and Social Youth Care Worker - certificate $16,500 specialized training will help you transform young lives. The Youth Care $33,300 - $71,400 Service Workers (4212) Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Worker program at Saskatchewan Polytechnic includes both one-year Program Location(s): Saskatoon (Ave W certificate and two-year diploma options. The option you choose depends Campus) on where you want to go in your career. There are job opportunities in many different settings—residential group homes, emergency child and TRANSFER CREDIT youth care, parenting and family support services, foster care, youth justice, advocacy, community development, life skills training and more. Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 19 SCHOOL OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
Today’s digital economy needs people like you – creative minds, problem solvers, quick thinkers and technology buffs. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Information and Communications Technology programs can train you for a variety of positions, including computer network We live in a connected world, technician, web developer, library technician, graphic designer and media and recording technician. with a wealth of career options for those who embrace technology. saskpolytech.ca/ICT
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Business Information Systems - $17,100 In business, technology is more than a tool—it’s a necessity. And that spells Business Analyst Information Systems Analysts $55,000 - $125,100 diploma opportunity for specialists in business information systems. As systems and Consultants (2171) analysts, programmers, web developers and help desk technicians, Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters Software Developer Computer Programmers and $48,100 - $100,100 specialists use their technical skill and business acumen to find solutions to Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, Regina Interactive Media Developers challenging issues. It’s a great career option if you’re a self-motivated (2174) individual who enjoys problem solving and working with technology. CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT Web Developer Web Designers and $23,100 - $76,400 Developers (2175)
Computer Networking Technician - $18,000 Computer networking technicians are called “network mechanics” because IT Network Technician Computer Network $38,500 - $101,200 certificate of their ability to solve problems in all kinds of network environments. Technicians (2281) Since just about every business depends on computer networks, computer Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Computer Network $38,500 - $101,200 networking technicians can find job opportunities in every sector. Your job Network Analyst Program Location(s): Regina Technicians (2281) might involve IT infrastructure support and service, information systems, network or systems administration. It’s a career that calls for good analytical Desktop Support User Support Technicians $41,100 - $90,300 and organizational skills. Strong communication skills are also important (2282) because you’ll be the go-to person when people need help resolving network issues.
20 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Computer Systems Technology - $18,200 Information technology is a field that is constantly evolving and innovating. Mobile Application Programmer Software Engineers and $48,100 - $110,000 diploma Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Computer Systems Technology program will Designers (2173) help you gain skills in many computer related disciplines to prepare you for Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Computer Programmer Computer Programmers $48,100 - $100,100 an exciting career in the industry. Launch a career in interactive web Program Location(s): Regina, Saskatoon and Interactive Media development, mobile applications, systems analysis and design, local area Developers (2174) TRANSFER CREDIT network administration, program software and database solutions, hardware installation and configuration and more. Network Administrator Computer Network $38,500 - $101,200 Technicians (2281)
Graphic Communications - diploma $14,500 Graphic communications in the digital age are evolving in new directions … Photographer Photographers (5221) $23,400 - $89,500 Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters and creating new opportunities. The Graphic Communications program Graphic Designer Graphic Designers and $37,500 - $83,100 Program Location(s): Regina provides the conceptual and technical expertise necessary to build a career Illustrators (5241) in the industry. Follow your passion — graphic design or printing. You’ll discover job opportunities in advertising agencies, commercial print shops, Printing Press Operator Printing Press Operators $29,200 - $63,800 design firms, publishing agencies and more. Visit the program webpage to (7381) learn about the Canadian Printing Industry Association scholarship.
Interactive Design and Technology - $16,900 Whether you’re interested in web design or interactive media, career Media Developer Computer Programmers and $48,100 - $100,100 diploma opportunities in new media are growing by leaps and bounds. Why not get Interactive Media Developers paid for doing what you love? Develop your creative talent in graphic, web (2174) Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters and interactive design. Learn to create websites, design graphics, develop Program Location(s): Regina, Saskatoon interactive media, create digital presentations and more. Hone your skills in Web Designer Web Designers and $23,100 - $76,400 *Next intake is September 2021 web and mobile technologies. Explore interests in photography, video, audio Developers (2175) and 2D and 3D animation. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Interactive Design Graphic Designer Graphic Designers and $37,500 - $83,100 and Technology program provides a multi-faceted skill set on progressive Illustrators (5241) media topics and software.
Library and Information Technology - $15,000 Whether managing resource centres or administering small libraries, library Library Clerk Library Assistants and $26,000 - $52,000 diploma and information technologists are point people on the information highway. Clerks (1451) Library and Information Technology graduates enjoy a range of career Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Library Assistant Library Assistants and $26,000 - $52,000 choices in school libraries, university and college libraries, resource centres, Clerks (1451) Program Location(s): Saskatoon museums, public libraries, government departments, hospitals, law firms, Note: This program has one intake every consulting firms and more. You might start as a cataloguing technician or Library Technician Library and Public Archive $27,100 - $62,400 Technicians (5211) second year (even numbered years only). research assistant, then move up to supervisory positions.
$14,000 Media is the focal point of information transfer in our society. Media Producer / Director Producers, Directors, $32,500 - $92,900 Media Production - diploma production specialists use this powerful tool to educate, influence and Choreographers and Related Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters inspire. The Media Production diploma program provides the basics: learn Occupations (5131) Program Location(s): Saskatoon how to transform creative ideas into a variety of media formats, operate Camera Operator Film and Video Camera $25,000 - $91,600 production equipment, prepare materials and produce media programs. Operators (5222) Students then build on these skills with hands-on, in-depth training. Possible career paths include camera operators, media technicians, copywriters, Recording Technician Audio and Video Recording $24,100 - $90,100 editors, producers and more. Technicians (5225)
Software Developer - For more information on Post-Graduate Certificate programs, see page 12. post-graduate certificate Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters Program Location(s): Saskatoon
Technology Management - For more information on Post-Graduate Certificate programs, see page 12. post-graduate certificate Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Program Location(s): Moose Jaw
Telecommunications Networking $16,600 More than ever, advances in technology are making our world a smaller Communications Technician Telecommunications Line $35,400 - $77,800 Technician - certificate place. The telecommunications industry continues to provide us with faster and Cable Workers (7245) Program Duration: 1.5 years | 3 semesters and more robust networks that keep us all connected. This growth ensures a strong demand for technicians who can design, build, maintain and repair Broadband Technician Telecommunications $41,500 - $87,400 Regina Program Location(s): the telecommunications systems that keep global communications flowing. Installation and Repair Graduates of the program may find employment in telecommunications Workers (7246) systems design, construction and installation; computer networking systems Wireless Technician Telecommunications $41,500 - $87,400 installation; satellite communications equipment installation and repair; fibre Installation and Repair optics splicing and installation; and more. Workers (7246)
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 21 SCHOOL OF MINING, ENERGY AND MANUFACTURING
You’re analytical, have an eye for detail and are at home in a lab ... Careers in mining, energy and manufacturing require a diversity of skills. Our school’s programs train students in everything from or maybe you thrive in a creative environment, engineering technology, welding and industrial mechanics to electronics and mining. the outdoors or working with machinery. saskpolytech.ca/MEM
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Building Systems Technician - $17,200 Commercial and institutional buildings are multi-million-dollar investments. Maintenance Manager Facility Operation and $52,000 - $105,000 certificate There is a high demand for trained technicians to ensure safe, efficient, 24/7 Maintenance Managers (0714) operation. Modern buildings integrate a variety of technologically advanced Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters Property Administrator Property Administrators $31,500 - $84,000 systems—heating, ventilation, plumbing, electrical, elevators and more. (1224) Program Location(s): Regina Building systems technicians oversee daily maintenance, troubleshoot problems and work with various tradespeople to ensure smooth building Heating and Air Heating, Refrigeration and $42,000 - $104,000 operations, day-in and day-out. Conditioning Mechanic Air Conditioning Mechanics (7313)
$19,900 CAD/CAM engineering technologists are practical thinkers with a flair for Mechanical Technologist Mechanical Engineering $42,700 - $118,600 CAD/CAM Engineering Technology - Technologists and diploma creative problem solving. They have a unique ability to visualize how things work and give ideas practical form and function. Career opportunities range Technicians (2232) Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters from design and drafting, to production quality control, to CNC equipment CAD/CAM Engineering Drafting Technologists $44,000 - $83,200 Program Location(s): Saskatoon programming and operation. Or you could work in product design, Technologist and Technicians (2253) TRANSFER CREDIT prototype development, 3D solid modelling or advanced stress analysis. Design and Drafting Drafting Technologists $44,000 - $83,200 Technologist and Technicians (2253)
Chemical Technology - diploma $16,400 The Chemical Technology program allows students to develop knowledge Chemical Technologist Chemical Technologists $35,900 - $87,400 Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters and skills in chemical analysis and chemical plant operation. The emphasis and Technicians (2211) on hands-on learning prepares you to work in commercial, industrial or Saskatoon Chemical Technologists $35,900 - $87,400 Program Location(s): government labs, in technical sales, and in industrial settings. Grads have the Laboratory Technologist/ Technician and Technicians (2211) TRANSFER CREDIT option of moving directly into the workforce or using program articulation agreements with various universities to ladder into a degree. Quality Control/Assurance Chemical Technologists $35,900 - $87,400 Technologist/Technician and Technicians (2211)
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Computer Engineering Technology - $14,900 If you’re a creative thinker who likes playing with technology, becoming a Computer Systems Analyst Information Systems Analysts $55,000 - $125,100 diploma computer engineering technologist offers great possibilities. The Computer and Consultants (2171) Engineering Technology program lets you alternate classroom study with Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters Computer Engineering Electrical and Electronics $52,000 - $106,100 work terms to get a hands-on learning experience. Grads enjoy a choice of Program Location(s): Moose Jaw Technologist Engineering Technologists career paths—network administrator, systems coordinator or technical/ and Technicians (2241) CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT systems analyst. You might work in sales, R&D or customer support in large companies, institutions and manufacturing plants. Computer Network Technician Computer Network $38,500 - $101,200 Technicians (2281)
Electrical Engineering Technology - $16,900 Electrical systems are the backbone of modern industry and power generation Electrical Engineering Electrical and Electronics $54,100 - $105,500 diploma utilities. The increasing complexity of the field is putting a high premium on Technologist Engineering Technologists and Technicians (2241) Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters skilled electrical engineering technologists. Electrical engineering technologists Program Location(s): Moose Jaw are more in demand today than ever before. They have the specialized skills Electrical Generating Power Engineers and Power $45,800 - $114,400 our society needs to keep the power on—literally. Career opportunities include Systems Technician Systems Operators (9241) CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT jobs with consulting engineering firms, power generation utilities, manufacturing firms, petroleum or mining firms and more.
Electronic Systems Engineering $16,900 The demand for Electronic Systems Engineering Technology is growing as Automation Controls Mechanical Engineering $42,700 - $118,600 Technology - diploma individuals with specialized knowledge and skills are required to work with Technologist Technologists and Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters complex electronic systems. They’re the ones who integrate technological Technicians (2232) Program Location(s): Saskatoon innovation into our everyday lives. Electronic systems engineering Communications Technologist Electrical and Electronics $54,100 - $105,500 technologists are creative team players who like a good challenge. Engineering Technologists TRANSFER CREDIT Opportunities exist in the fields of applied research, automated control and Technicians (2241) systems, microprocessor systems, communication systems and electronic Electronics Design Technologist Electrical and Electronics $54,100 - $105,500 product development. Engineering Technologists and Technicians (2241)
Engineering Design and Drafting $15,200 Engineering design and drafting technologists perform computerized Project Manager Engineering Managers (0211) $46,800 - $177,800 Technology - diploma design and drafting functions in industrial or engineering settings. It’s a career path that requires practical thinkers, an eye for detail and the ability CAD Technologist Drafting Technologists $44,000 - $83,200 Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters to visualize how things work and assemble ideas into three-dimensional and Technicians (2253) Program Location(s): Moose Jaw space. Engineering design and drafting technologists create engineering Design and Drafting Drafting Technologists $44,000 - $83,200 CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT designs, drawings and related technical information. You might work Technologist and Technicians (2253) independently, but you are more likely to be part of a multidisciplinary team.
Fabricator-Welder - certificate $19,300 One program, two certificates … double the career options. Fabricator- Structural Metal Platework Structural Metal and $38,600 - $79,100 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Welder is a dual trade program that prepares you to work in either the Fabricator Platework Fabricators Program Location(s): Regina, Saskatoon welding or metal fabrication trade. You could be doing custom fabrication, and Fitters (7235) construction, mass production and maintenance in petroleum, mining, Welder Welders and Related $37,500 - $88,200 forestry, railway and other industries. Trade time and academic credit may Machine Operators (7237) be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.
Geomatics and Surveying Engineering $15,100 Computers are reinventing the way we see our world. Where yesterday’s Commissioned Land Surveyor Land Surveyors (2154) $56,200 - $104,000 Technology - diploma map-makers used chains and levels, today’s geomatics technologists use satellites and computers. Geomatics technologists are more than just land Geomatics Technologist Land Surveyor Technologists Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters $37,500 - $75,300 surveyors. They are investigators, designers, collectors and managers of and Technicians (2254) Program Location(s): Moose Jaw geographic data—information essential to resource development, GIS Technologist Technical Occupations in $47,900 - $102,900 CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT infrastructure projects, and virtually every kind of industrial, commercial, Geomatics and Meteorology public or private construction project. Geomatics technologists are (2255) adventurers, diplomats and problem solvers who often act as a point of contact with the public, engineers and contractors.
Industrial Mechanics - certificate $15,400 Industrial mechanics help keep our lights on, our water running and our Construction Millwright Construction Millwrights and $41,600 - $100,600 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters economy humming. There’s a saying among industrial mechanics: If it Industrial Mechanics (7311) doesn’t have tires, we’ll fix it. It’s a good description of a career with so many Program Location(s): Prince Albert, Saskatoon Industrial Mechanic Construction Millwrights and $41,600 - $100,600 possibilities working on “stationary” industrial equipment. Graduates of the Industrial Mechanics (7311) Industrial Mechanics program work at potash and uranium operations, oil refineries, manufacturing plants, grain handling facilities, power plants and more. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 23 CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Innovative Manufacturing - diploma $19,300 Saskatchewan’s growing manufacturing sector needs skilled workers. Industrial Engineering Industrial Engineering and $37,100 - $91,000 Program Duration: 2 years | 5 semesters With a diploma in Innovative Manufacturing Technology, you will be Technologist Manufacturing Technologists prepared to help meet these needs. The program will give you knowledge and Technicians (2233) Program Location(s): Regina in a wide range of manufacturing skills, such as mechanical and CAD/CAM Quality Assurance Technologist Industrial Engineering and $37,100 - $91,000 technologies, welding, machining, project management and industrial Manufacturing Technologists design. Graduates may find employment in various sectors, including and Technicians (2233) industrial, agricultural, mining, textile, forestry and food processing. CAD/CAM Programmer Drafting Technologists and $44,000 - $83,200 Technicians (2253)
Instrumentation Engineering Industrial processes have become so complex that it takes the specialized Instrumentation Engineering Industrial Engineering and $37,100 - $91,000 $16,400 skills of instrumentation engineering technologists just to look after the Technologist Manufacturing Technologists Technology - diploma instruments used for measurement and control. Instrumentation engineering and Technicians (2233) Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters technologists not only have a knack for fixing things; they have the ability to Control Specialist Industrial Instrument $58,300 - $120,000 Moose Jaw Program Location(s): apply math, science and physics to solve complex measurement and control Technicians and problems. They’re employed in virtually every sector, with most Mechanics (2243) CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT opportunities concentrated in mining, oil and gas recovery and transmission, oil refining and a variety of fertilizer plants. Instrumentation and Industrial Instrument $58,300 - $120,000 Control Technician Technicians and Mechanics (2243)
Machinist - certificate From the plastic parts in your cell phone to the tires on your car, machinists CNC Machinist Machinists and Machining $35,400 - $93,600 $19,100 make the moulds and dies for manufacturing a wide variety of items. Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters and Tooling Inspectors (7231) Everything made of steel, aluminum and plastic is made directly from a Program Location(s): Regina, Saskatoon machine shop. The Machinist program provides a solid foundation in basic Tool & Die Maker Tool and Die Makers (7232) $33,000 - $77,800 machining skills. When you graduate, you’ll be ready for work in custom machine shops, computer machine tool operation firms and large and small shops making parts and repairs. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.
Mechanical engineering technologists (METs) ensure that the machines and Mechanical Engineering Mechanical Engineering $42,700 - $118,600 Mechanical Engineering $19,000 systems our society depends on work the way they’re supposed to. A MET Technologist Technologists and Technology - diploma may be involved in many aspects of the design, analysis, testing and Technicians (2232) maintenance of equipment across a broad spectrum of industries. You can Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Design and Drafting Drafting Technologists also find opportunities in instrumentation and process monitoring, heating $44,000 - $83,200 Program Location(s): Saskatoon Technologist and Technicians (2253) and ventilation systems, and resource management and exploitation, as well TRANSFER CREDIT as industrial sales. As a MET, you will have the skills to work independently Commercial / Industrial Technical Sales Specialists $29,200 - $90,100 or as part of a team to ensure projects are successfully completed. HVAC-R Salesperson - Wholesale Trade (6221)
Mining Engineering Technology - $16,500 Mining is one of the key economic sectors in Saskatchewan. As a mining Mining Engineering Geological and Mineral $42,300 - $90,100 diploma engineering technologist, you’ll be part of a team dedicated to ensuring Technologist Technologists and smooth, efficient mine operation. You might work in mine surveying for Technicians (2212) Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters surface or underground operations, mine drafting, mine ventilation Mining Survey Geological and Mineral $42,300 - $90,100 Program Location(s): Saskatoon monitoring, ground control monitoring or quality control. It’s a career path Technologist Technologists and TRANSFER CREDIT that offers good pay and opportunities for advancement. Technicians (2212)
Power Engineering Technician - $15,400 Power engineering technicians help keep power plants running safely and Power Engineer Power Engineers and Power $45,800 - $114,400 efficiently. A shortage of certified technicians means job opportunities have Systems Operators (9241) certificate never been better. You could work in the oil patch, mining, manufacturing, Program Duration: 1 year | 3 semesters energy, health and other industries. It’s a physical job that requires manual Program Location(s): Regina dexterity and good vision, as well as problem-solving skills and a knack for working with machinery.
Power Engineering Technology - $17,900 Power engineering is all about keeping the engines of industry running day Steam Engineer Power Engineers and Power $45,800 - $114,400 diploma and night. Power engineering technologists and technicians use their Systems Operators (9241) specialized knowledge and skills to control and maintain large, complex Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Steam Plant Operator Power Engineers and Power $45,800 - $114,400 power and process systems. There are job opportunities in a wide range of Systems Operators (9241) Program Location(s): Saskatoon facilities, including electrical power generation plants, light and heavy Power Engineers and Power $45,800 - $114,400 TRANSFER CREDIT industry, refineries and public and commercial buildings. Panel Operator Systems Operators (9241)
Welding - certificate $19,300 Skilled welders are in demand in just about every industry, making it a career Welder Welders and Related $37,500 - $88,200 with great mobility. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Welding program provides 1 year | 2 semesters Machine Operators (7237) Program Duration: the foundational knowledge and skills you need to operate welding Implement Assembler Mechanical Assemblers $33,300 - $56,200 Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, equipment and perform basic welding operations. Grads are in demand in and Inspectors (9526) Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon Saskatchewan’s oil and gas, mining, farming, manufacturing and construction sectors. Trade time and academic credit may be available for grads who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices.
24 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 SCHOOL OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT The School of Natural Resources and Built Environment will prepare you for a career as a forestry technician, research technologist, environmental protection officer, geographic information science analyst, engineering technologist in If you want to play a key role in managing our natural environment civil, environmental or water resources fields and more. or in shaping our built environment, Saskatchewan Polytechnic can help. saskpolytech.ca/NRBE
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
BioScience Technology - diploma $18,000 From safer food production to life-saving new medicines, biotechnologists Laboratory Manager Architecture and Science $36,400 - $145,300 Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters help find solutions to some of society’s toughest challenges. The Managers (0212) BioScience Technology program uses a practical, hands-on style of learning Program Location(s): Saskatoon Quality Assurance Biological Technologists $32,500 - $88,100 to prepare you for a career in medical research, animal and plant sciences, Technologist and Technicians (2221) agriculture, quality control, micro- and molecular biology, environmental TRANSFER CREDIT Research Technologist Biological Technologists $32,500 - $88,100 science and more. Grads have the option of moving directly into the and Technicians (2221) workforce or using their diploma to ladder into a university degree.
Civil Engineering Technologies - $17,300 As municipalities grow, so does the demand for people to build and Project Coordinator Construction Managers (0711) $56,000 - $120,000 diploma maintain their infrastructure and resources. In Civil Engineering Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters Technologies, you will spend your first two semesters learning skills common to civil construction and water resources. Then you will move into Program Location(s): Moose Jaw one of two specialties. CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT Civil Construction: Wherever a building, bridge, road or other Urban Planner Urban and Land Use $29,100 - $94,900 structure is being built, you are sure to find that civil engineering Planners (2153) technologists are part of the team building it. Civil Technologist I/II Civil Engineering Technologists $41,600 - $76,000 and Technicians (2231) Water Resources: Water resource engineering technologists play a Water Resources Civil Engineering Technologists $41,600 - $76,000 role in ensuring a community has safe water supply or assessing and Technologist I/II and Technicians (2231) minimizing the impacts of floods or droughts on a watershed. Construction Inspector/ Construction Inspectors (2264) $41,600 - $106,100 Estimator
Environmental Engineering $15,900 When it comes to monitoring the impact of industry and urbanization on Project Coordinator Construction Managers (0711) $56,000 - $120,000 our environment, environmental engineering technologists are at ground Technology - diploma Environmental Civil Engineering Technologists $41,600 - $76,000 zero. Environmental engineering technologists are there to monitor, assess and Technicians (2231) Program Duration: 2.5 years | 5 semesters and minimize the impact of urbanization on the natural world, ensuring Technologist I/II Program Location(s): Moose Jaw generations to follow have access to all we enjoy today. Career Environmental Site Inspectors in Public and $41,600 - $108,900 opportunities are found in private industry, engineering and environmental Assessor Environmental Health and CO-OP EDUCATION TRANSFER CREDIT consulting, and in government agencies. Occupational Health and Safety (2263)
Geographic Information Science - $14,500 By linking maps to data, geographic information science (GIS) has become GIS Analyst Technical Occupations in $47,900 - $102,900 certificate an indispensable tool in resource management—and that has opened the Geomatics and Meteorology door to exciting new career opportunities for skilled GIS analysts. GIS uses (2255) Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters modern technology to link maps with database tables for use in managing GIS Technician Program Location(s): Prince Albert Technical Occupations in $47,900 - $102,900 wildlife, fisheries, forestry and more. It’s a career that demands computer Geomatics and Meteorology TRANSFER CREDIT literacy and problem-solving skills. It is also an emerging field with growing (2255) job prospects. You could work for a natural resources company, First Nations company/community, environmental consulting group or GIS Technologist Technical Occupations in $47,900 - $102,900 government or municipal agency. GIS graduates have opportunities to Geomatics and Meteorology ladder into degree programs. (2255) CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 25 CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Integrated Resource Management - $16,000 It takes skill and a passion for the natural environment to manage Biological Technician Biological Technologists $32,500 - $88,100 diploma Saskatchewan’s vast fisheries, forests, wildlife and parks resources. and Technicians (2221) Integrated resource management practitioners have that skill—and the Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters Fish and Wildlife Technician Biological Technologists $32,500 - $88,100 desire to use it. Integrated resource management practitioners are analytic and Technicians (2221) Program Location(s): Prince Albert thinkers who combine a knack for science with a love for the outdoors. TRANSFER CREDIT It’s an excellent career choice if you want a hands-on role in environmental Forestry Technician Forestry Technologists $36,700 - $79,100 stewardship. Your first job might be as a forestry worker, park interpreter, and Technicians (2223) fisheries or wildlife technician, rare plant biologist or entry-level supervisor. You could also work for an environmental consulting group, government agency or natural resources company. If you’re interested in going further, use your diploma to ladder into a degree program.
Resource and Environmental Law - $15,700 Our province’s natural resources are protected to ensure their long-term Enforcement Officer Forestry Technologists $36,700 - $79,100 diploma vitality. Resource and environmental law practitioners help ensure that and Technicians (2223) protection is respected. Resource and environmental law practitioners are 2 years | 4 semesters Program Duration: dedicated, detail-oriented people who excel at sifting through information Conservation Officer Conservation and $31,600 - $83,200 Program Location(s): Prince Albert and using the law to find solutions to tough challenges. Career Fishery Officers (2224) TRANSFER CREDIT opportunities are varied—work as a conservation officer, environmental Environmental Technician Civil Engineering Technologists $41,600 - $76,000 protection officer or fishery, forestry or wildlife officer. You might work and Technicians (2231) for a natural resources company or First Nations community. Transfer credit opportunities allow Resource and Environmental Law graduates to move into degree programs.
SCHOOL OF NURSING Saskatchewan Polytechnic has been educating nurses for more than 50 years. With our nursing programs, we’re preparing a new generation of nurses to meet Nursing is a compelling career choice: the realities of modern health care delivery. fulfilling work, great job prospects and a portable skill set. saskpolytech.ca/nursing
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Practical Nursing - diploma $19,300 Compassionate and dedicated, licensed practical nurses are integral Licensed Practical Nurse Licensed Practical Nurses $58,300 - $76,000 Program Duration: 2 years | 4 semesters members of the health-care team … and their skills are in demand across (LPN) (3233) Canada. Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s Practical Nursing program combines Program Location(s): Regina classroom learning, high-tech simulation labs and clinical experience to n HIGH DEMAND prepare you for a career as a licensed practical nurse. As a graduate, you’ll be eligible to apply for designation as a licensed practical nurse (LPN). LPNs work in a variety of settings, such as long-term care facilities, hospitals, physician’s offices, home care agencies, schools, private nursing agencies, and community health centres.
Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor Visit sasknursing- The Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is Registered Nurse (RN) Registered Nurses and $66,600 - $99,900 of Science in Nursing - degree degree.ca offered jointly by Saskatchewan Polytechnic and the University of Regina. As Registered Psychiatric for information. a student, you’ll begin to work directly with patients in Year 1. The program’s Nurses (3012) Program Duration: 4 years, 3 or 3.5 years with innovative courses, clinical lab work, simulation learning and clinical practice accelerated options. Program completion for education will prepare you for a rewarding career in health care. Accelerated SIAST/Saskatchewan Polytechnic. options allow you to complete your degree in three or 3.5 years instead of Program Location(s): Regina, Saskatoon four. Qualified LPNs can complete the program in 24 months. As a graduate, you’ll be eligible to write the national registration examination and become registered to practice as a registered nurse (RN). RNs find employment in hospitals as well as community settings, outpatient clinics, long-term care facilities and community and public health organizations.
26 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 SCHOOL OF TRANSPORTATION There’s a growing demand for skilled tradespeople and other individuals It’s not only cars and trucks that have become who can repair, service and operate transportation vehicles. The programs in our School of Transportation will give you the increasingly computerized and complex— tools to take on these challenges with confidence. it’s agricultural machinery, heavy equipment, and planes, too. saskpolytech.ca/transportation
Program Name & Details Estimated Overview Sample Career NOC Code1 and 1st Year Titles NOC Earning Potential2 Tuition & Fees
Agricultural Equipment Technician - $18,900 From global positioning systems integrated into equipment operation and Agricultural Equipment Heavy-Duty Equipment $41,600 - $93,600 certificate systems management to computerized engine control for environmentally Technician Mechanics (7312) efficient operation, agricultural equipment has gone high tech—and so has Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters the agricultural machinery technician trade. The Agricultural Equipment Program Location(s): Saskatoon Technician program blends classroom theory with extensive shop work and a two-week work placement. Your skills are in high demand at leading agricultural equipment dealerships, service centres and large farm operations.
Auto Body Technician - certificate $16,500 There are more than 18 million motor vehicles in Canada; it’s like job Automotive Glass Installer Motor Vehicle Body $32,300 - $72,800 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters security for auto body technicians. The Auto Body Technician program Repairers (7322) combines classroom learning with hands-on training in state-of-the-art Program Location(s): Regina, Saskatoon Collision Estimator Motor Vehicle Body $32,300 - $72,800 shop facilities. When you graduate, you’re ready for work at auto body Repairers (7322) repair shops, dealer repair departments, equipment manufacturers, even aircraft manufacturing plants. Body Technician Motor Vehicle Body $32,300 - $72,800 Repairers (7322)
Automotive Service Technician - $19,800 As vehicles become more sophisticated, demand increases for technicians Automotive Service Automotive Service $33,300 - $84,300 certificate capable of diagnosing and repairing complex problems. The Automotive Technician Technicians, Truck and Service Technician program prepares you for a career in the ever changing Bus Mechanics and 1 year | 2 semesters Program Duration: automotive industry. Job opportunities are more diverse than you might Mechanical Repairers (7321) Program Location(s): Moose Jaw, Saskatoon think—work in automotive OE or after market repair shops, hone your skills as an engine or transmission rebuilder, or work in sales, service and warranty departments.
Commercial Pilot - diploma $14,300 Take to the skies with Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s award-winning Airline Pilot Air Pilots, Flight Engineers $18,800 - $72,000 2 years | 4 semesters Commercial Pilot program, offered in partnership with the Saskatchewan and Flying Instructors (2271) Program Duration: Tuition does not Aviation Council (SAC). The Saskatchewan Polytechnic/SAC Commercial $18,800 - $72,000 Program Location(s): Saskatoon include cost of Charter Pilot Air Pilots, Flight Engineers Pilot program provides the training you need to become a commercial pilot. and Flying Instructors (2271) flight time or The program alternates ground school training at Saskatchewan private pilot’s Polytechnic with actual flying experience at your home flying school. Flight Instructor Air Pilots, Flight Engineers $18,800 - $72,000 license. Earning your commercial pilot’s licence with multi-engine and instrument and Flying Instructors (2271) flight ratings will open the door to careers with scheduled or charter airlines as well as air operators that provide many different types of flying services.
Heavy Equipment and Truck and $18,600 Saskatchewan Polytechnic can give you the skills industry demands to keep Heavy-Duty Equipment Heavy-Duty Equipment $39,600 - $92,500 Transport Technician - certificate the world moving and growing. The Heavy Equipment, Truck and Transport Mechanic Mechanics (7312) Technician program offers diverse training on the maintenance and repair Program duration: 1 year | 2 semesters Truck and Bus Mechanic Automotive Service of construction and transportation equipment. Industry growth has led $35,200 - $78,300 Technicians, Truck and Bus Program location(s): Saskatoon to increased demand for skilled technicians, ensuring ample employment Mechanics and Mechanical opportunities in various fields. Repairers (7321)
Parts Management Technician - $15,100 All machines have one thing in common—they need replacement parts. Inventory Control Specialist, Other Administrative $41,600 - $160,900 certificate Parts management technicians make sure the right parts are available at Merchandising and Sales Services Managers (0114) the right time. The Parts Management Technician program provides training Shipper/Receiver Shippers and Receivers (1521) $26,000 - $54,100 Program Duration: 1 year | 2 semesters in all types of parts, parts applications and locations. Grads work in Program Location(s): Saskatoon automotive, recreation vehicle and heavy truck dealerships, wholesale Automotive Parts Person Storekeepers and Parts $31,200 - $58,300 distribution centres as well as for mines, mills, government departments Persons (1522) and industrial suppliers.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 27 Your Pathway to Becoming a Student
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28 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 When should I apply? Submit Qualifying Documents You can apply as soon as you have completed the courses at the grade n English Language Proficiency (ELP) level you need for admission. You must also meet our English language requirements. For information about these requirements, visit: ELP is required of all applicants whose first language is not English. saskpolytech.ca/englishlanguagerequirements. For more information, visit saskpolytech.ca/languagecentre. n n Practical Nursing is a high-demand program that has selection criteria in Transcripts addition to regular academic admission requirements. Refer to • Email scanned, colour copies of transcripts to saskpolytech.ca for more information. [email protected] Ensure that you allow enough time for us to review your application and OR for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to process your • Send original transcripts to: application for a study permit. IRCC lists processing times, by Foreign Credential Assessment Office visa office, atcanada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/ Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Mining Engineering Technology Building application/check-processing-times.html. PO Box 1520 For more information about applying to Saskatchewan Polytechnic as an 55 33rd St. Saskatoon SK S7K 3R5 international student, see saskpolytech.ca/International/apply. Canada Note: There is a different application process for the Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Visit sasknursingdegree.ca for more information. Transcripts include all secondary and any additional education. Note: If your transcripts are in a language other than English, you must submit translated documents. We will verify their validity. If you need to have your documents translated into English, we recommend you contact the Association of Translators and Interpreters of How do I apply? Saskatchewan. Visit atis-sk.ca. Complete the international online application form by clicking the “apply now” link n Additional Qualifying Documents at saskpolytech.ca/international. For information on how to complete this form, There may be additional requirements for your program visit saskpolytech.ca/international/application-guide. (i.e. First Aid, CPR etc.). Application fee = $150 CAD What happens next? n Upon receipt of your application, you will receive by email your VISA, MasterCard and Interac Online accepted. Saskatchewan Polytechnic identification number and instructions on how to log in to your Saskatchewan Polytechnic account. All email communications will be sent through your Saskatchewan Polytechnic email account unless you choose to automatically forward it to your personal email account. n If you are accepted into your program, you will receive a notification from Saskatchewan Polytechnic letting you know your start date, estimated tuition fees and other costs (such as books, supplies and students’ association fee). n In your acceptance notification, we will ask you to pay a $9,500 CAD tuition deposit within 60 days of the time and date your acceptance letter was posted on your mySaskPolytech account. This will hold your spot in the program. Please review the full Tuition and Fees Procedures #1214 at saskpolytech.ca/tuition. n Once you have your acceptance letter and tuition deposit receipt, you can apply for your study permit through Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship After submitting Saskatchewan Canada (IRCC). Visit Canada.ca. New to your application, Polytechnic will mySaskPolytech.ca? you will receive share application n Orientation for the September intake begins a week prior to start date for the an email with the decisions to your information needed account, so be sure majority of international students. Check saskpolytech.ca/welcome for more to access your to check regularly. information. account.
An application is complete when all qualifying ! documents are received by Enrolment Services.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 29 Note: If your first or primary language is not English, you’ll need to provide evidence of English language proficiency. Grade 12 equivalent senior- or higher-level courses will fulfill the following English, Math and Admission Requirements Science Requirements unless other grade level is stated.
English Grade 12 Math Science Other Admission Requirements General (Language Arts)
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Business Diploma (all specialties) • Office Administration • SCHOOL OF CONSTRUCTION
Bachelor of Construction Management Graduates from recognized accredited engineering, urban planning • or architecture degree programs will be accepted for admission. Visit saskpolytech.ca for details.
Carpentry Grade 10.
SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES Continuing Care Assistant • Visit saskpolytech.ca for details.
Health Information Management Biology, Minimum 65% overall average. Keyboarding speed of 30wpm with • • • Chemistry 90% accuracy. or Physics. Therapeutic Recreation • Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM Food and Nutrition Management • Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Hotel and Restaurant Management • Must be 18.
Professional Cooking Grade 10.
Recreation and Community Development • • •
30 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 English Grade 12 (Language Math Science Other Admission Requirements General Arts)
SCHOOL OF HUMAN SERVICES AND COMMUNITY SAFETY
Disability Support Worker • Early Childhood Education • • Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Educational Assistant • Occupational Health and Safety • Youth Care Worker • SCHOOL OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY Business information Systems • • Computer Networking Technician • Grade 11 or 12.
Computer Systems Technology Minimum 60%. Minimum 70% Minimum overall average of 65%. in Physics, Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. • Chemistry or Computer Science.
Graphic Communication • Interactive Design and Technology • Library and Information Technology • Minimum 60%. Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Media Production • •
Telecommunications Grade 11 or 12. Networking Technician •
SCHOOL OF MINING, ENERGY AND MANUFACTURING
Building Systems Technician Grade 11 or 12, • minimum 60%.
CAD/CAM Engineering Technology Minimum 60%. Physics, • minimum 60%.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 31 English Grade 12 (Language Math Science Other Admission Requirements General Arts)
Minimum 60%. Minimum 60%. Chemistry, Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Chemical Technology • minimum 60%. Computer Engineering Technology • Minimum 60%. Electrical Engineering Technology • Minimum 60%. Physics
Electronic Systems Engineering Minimum 60%. Physics Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Technology •
Engineering Design and Drafting Technology • •
Fabricator-Welder • Grade 11. Geomatics and Surveying Engineering Technology • •
Industrial Mechanics • Grade 11. Grade 11, Innovative Manufacturing • minimum 60%.
Instrumentation Engineering Minimum 60%. Physics Technology •
Machinist Grade 10.
Physics, Mechanical Engineering Technology Minimum 60%. • minimum 60%. Mining Engineering Technology • Minimum 60%. Power Engineering Technician • • Overall average of 65%. Power Engineering Technology • • Overall average of 65%. Welding • Grade 10. SCHOOL OF NATURAL RESOURCES AND BUILT ENVIRONMENT
BioScience Technology Minimum 65%. Minimum 65%. Minimum 65% • in Biology and Chemistry Civil Engineering Technologies • • Environmental Engineering Technology • •
32 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 English Grade 12 (Language Math Science Other Admission Requirements General Arts)
Geographic Information Science • Minimum 65%. Minimum 65%. Integrated Resource Management • Minimum 65%. Minimum 60%. Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Resource and Environmental Law • Minimum 65%. Minimum 60%. Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. SCHOOL OF NURSING
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Biology and Competitive entry. Minimum overall average 70%. • • • Chemistry Visit sasknursingdegree.ca for details.
Practical Nursing Biology, One Social Science. High demand. Minimum overall average 65%. • • • Chemistry or Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Physics
SCHOOL OF TRANSPORTATION
Agricultural Equipment Technician Grade 10.
Auto Body Technician Grade 10.
Automotive Service Technician • Visit saskpolytech.ca for details. Commercial Pilot • Visit saskpolytech.ca for details.
Heavy Equipment and Truck and Grade 11. Grade 11. Transport Technician
Parts Management Technician Grade 10.
POST-GRADUATE CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Business Accountancy A conferred bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Business Management A conferred bachelor’s degree in any discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Supply Chain Management A conferred bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering from a recognized post-secondary institution.
SCHOOL OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY
Software Developer A conferred bachelor’s degree in Science or Applied Science from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Technology Management A conferred bachelor’s degree in Information and Communications Technology from a recognized post-secondary institution.
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 33 Stories from Our International Department Embrace winter!
Saskatchewan is known for its hot summers and cold winters. Last winter, some of our international students decided to have a bit of fun during a cold snap. They joined the #frozenpantschallenge and took turns trying to get a pair of frozen sweatpants to stand up in the snow. Alas, the snow wasn’t quite deep enough for a perfect landing—but it’s an experience they’ll be telling their grandchildren.
Co-op Student of the Year
As one of the pioneers in co-operative education, Saskatchewan Polytechnic honours deserving students based on professional promise, academic My Saskatchewan Polytechnic experience was achievement and practical application of theory. awesome. I met and was surrounded with wonderful Kyoungcheon Choi, an international student people, from colleagues to instructors, staff and the from Korea and recent graduate of the Business student body as a whole.” Information Systems program, was named Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s 2018 Co-operative Education Student of the Year. Kyoungcheon Ololade Kassim, Nigeria completed a six-month work term while also Post-graduate Certificate in Business Management achieving a high academic standing, making him an “ excellent ambassador for co-operative education.
34 Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 Help solve real-world Celebrate diversity problems during Intercultural
At Saskatchewan Polytechnic, we encourage Week students to partner with business, industry and the community on applied research projects. As a globally recognized institution, the Applied research is where ideas intersect with Saskatchewan Polytechnic community is made reality, and where practical solutions to real-world up of people from around the world. Our diverse challenges are developed. student population comes together in the The annual Applied Research Student Showcase classroom to nurture new ideas and add new celebrates students like Aleena James and dimensions to what and how we learn. We believe Neha Kaushik, both students in Saskatchewan diversity is something to nurture and celebrate. Polytechnic’s Environmental Engineering Intercultural Week at Saskatchewan Polytechnic Technology program. Aleena won first place for celebrates cultural diversity on campus, nurtures her project on recharging groundwater through safe learning spaces, fosters understanding and rooftop rainwater harvesting; Neha won second intercultural awareness and encourages sharing place for a feasibility study on producing biogas of diverse knowledge and experiences. It’s a rich, energy from a wastewater treatment plant. colourful and welcoming way to celebrate “one campus, many cultures.”
I chose Saskatchewan Polytechnic because of the program, the practical curriculum and the amazing faculty. It was such a great place to study, learn and explore, and the people are so friendly!”
Yashwardhan Bhardwaj, India Post-graduate Certificate in “Supply Chain Management
Saskatchewan Polytechnic International Viewbook 2020-2021 35 Program Index
Agricultural Equipment Technician – certificate...... 27 Geomatics and Surveying Engineering Technology – diploma...... 23 Auto Body Technician – certificate...... 27 Graphic Communications – diploma...... 21 Automotive Service Technician – certificate...... 27 Health Information Management – diploma...... 17 Bachelor of Construction Management – degree...... 16 Heavy Equipment and Truck and Transport Technician – certificate...... 27 BioScience Technology – diploma...... 25 Hotel and Restaurant Management – diploma...... 18 Building Systems Technician – certificate...... 22 Industrial Mechanics – certificate...... 23 Business Accountancy – post-graduate certificate ...... 12 Innovative Manufacturing – diploma...... 24 Business diploma specialties...... 14 Instrumentation Engineering Technology – diploma...... 24 Accountancy...... 14 Integrated Resource Management – diploma...... 26 Financial Services...... 14 Interactive Design and Technology – diploma...... 21 Human Resources...... 15 Library and Information Technology – diploma...... 21 Insurance...... 15 Machinist – certificate...... 24 Management ...... 15 Mechanical Engineering Technology – diploma...... 24 Marketing...... 15 Media Production – diploma...... 21 Business Information Systems – diploma ...... 20 Mining Engineering Technology – diploma...... 24 Business Management – post-graduate certificate ...... 12 Occupational Health and Safety – certificate...... 19 CAD/CAM Engineering Technology – diploma...... 22 Office Administration – certificate...... 15 Carpentry – certificate...... 16 Parts Management Technician – certificate...... 27 Chemical Technology – diploma...... 22 Power Engineering Technician – certificate...... 24 Civil Engineering Technologies – diploma ...... 25 Power Engineering Technology – diploma...... 24 Commercial Pilot – diploma...... 27 Practical Nursing – diploma...... 26 Computer Engineering Technology – diploma...... 23 Professional Cooking – certificate...... 18 Computer Networking Technician – certificate...... 20 Recreation and Community Development – diploma...... 18 Computer Systems Technology – diploma...... 21 Resource and Environmental Law – diploma...... 26 Continuing Care Assistant – certificate...... 17 Saskatchewan Collaborative Bachelor of Science in Disability Support Worker – certificate...... 19 Nursing – degree...... 26 Early Childhood Education – diploma...... 19 Software Developer - post-graduate certificate...... 12 Educational Assistant – certificate...... 19 Supply Chain Management - post-graduate certificate...... 12 Electrical Engineering Technology – diploma...... 23 Technology Management – post-graduate certificate...... 12 Electronic Systems Engineering Technology – diploma...... 23 Telecommunications Networking Technician – certificate...... 21 Engineering Design and Drafting Technology – diploma...... 23 Therapeutic Recreation – diploma...... 17 Environmental Engineering Technology – diploma...... 25 Welding – certificate...... 24 Fabricator-Welder – certificate...... 23 Youth Care Worker – certificate...... 19 Food and Nutrition Management – diploma...... 18 Geographic Information Science – certificate...... 25
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Where possible, National Occupational Classifications (NOC) cover the sample job title as indicated. NOC codes were selected from the Government of Canada’s 2016 NOC system. The NOC system classifies jobs in Canada based on work performed and skills and education needed. The NOC names listed are intended to provide an overview of career areas that a Saskatchewan Polytechnic graduate is most likely to enter. They are neither exhaustive nor exclusive. Actual job titles will vary. For more information on the Government of Canada’s NOC system and trend analysis of available jobs, visit the Job Bank Trend Analysis website at www.jobbank.gc.ca/trend-analysis.
Unless otherwise noted, earning potential values were derived from the Government of Canada’s 2016 NOC wage reports for the Province of Saskatchewan and were determined using a 40 hour work week. For more information on the Government of Canada’s wage reports, visit the Human Resources and Skills Development Canada website at www.hrsdc.gc.ca. In some cases, additional income information is available at www.saskatchewan.ca under the Business and Industry tab.
This Viewbook provides an overview of programs, sample career opportunities and admission requirements available for Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s programs open to International students. The complete list of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs and courses is not included. A program year may range from 30 to 45 weeks.
While we have made every effort to ensure accuracy, this International Viewbook may contain errors, omissions, incomplete or out-of-date information. Saskatchewan Polytechnic reserves the right to alter program information at any time. For complete Saskatchewan Polytechnic program information, visit www.saskpolytech.ca.
Additional information on all Saskatchewan Polytechnic stats referenced in this book can be found at saskpolytech.ca/reports. Saskatchewan Polytechnic Moose Jaw Campus Saskatchewan St and 6th Ave NW PO Box 1420 Moose Jaw SK S6H 4R4
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Prince Albert Campus 1100 15th St E Prince Albert, SK S6V 7S4
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Regina Campus 4500 Wascana Pky PO Box 556 Regina SK S4P 3A3
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Saskatoon Campus 1130 Idylwyld Dr N PO Box 1520 Saskatoon SK S7K 3R5
Saskatchewan Polytechnic Administrative Offices 400-119 4th Ave S Saskatoon, SK S7K 5X2
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