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Instrumentation (C382) - Career Program, Community College/CEGEP (2 years)

Program of StudyOccupations of GraduatesWork ProspectsWork Facts
What You'll Study | What You'll Need | Program Facts | Number of Graduates | Similar Programs
 

What You'll Study


This program covers assembling, inspecting and repairing instruments of measurement and control, and operating oscilloscopes and precision instruments.

You'll study subjects such as electronics, machine shop, digital logic, and instrument numerical control. You'll learn to understand and use instrumentation to monitor variables like flow, temperature, levels, and pressure.


Program Facts


The program is offered in every province except Prince Edward Island.

The program is offered in both official languages in New Brunswick and Quebec.

Some institutions offer a co-op program, combining work and study.

What You'll Need


Requirements vary depending on the institution and the program.

In general, you need a high school diploma with courses in English or French--depending on your language of study--mathematics, physics, chemistry and drafting.


Number of Graduates


In 2000, 407 students graduated from this program, a 9% decrease from 5 years earlier.


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