Program Overview

Machinist Certificate Program

Overview

The Machinist certificate program is a one-year program offered in Saskatoon and Regina, designed to fast-track students into the workforce and provide a head start on apprenticeship. Students will learn on a variety of machine tools in Saskatchewan Polytechnic's well-equipped shops, including lathes, mills, drill presses, surface grinders, CNC lathes, and machining centres. The program also includes online, blended training for the CNC course, and an industry-based work experience.

Career and Salary Information

Graduates of the certificate program are working in manufacturing facilities, equipment repair shops, custom machine shops, steel mills, metal fabrication plants, power generating plants, food processing plants, mines, welding repair shops, engine rebuilding shops, and machine manufacturing companies.

Potential Careers

• Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Machinist (NOC classification: 72100)
• Tool and Die Maker (NOC classification: 72101)

Admissions

Admission Requirements

• Grade 12
• English Language Requirement

Alternative Admission

Applicants who do not possess the academic qualifications for a program may be admitted if evidence of probable success can be established through an alternative admission assessment. Applicants are automatically considered for alternative admission. However, some specific admission requirements may still need to be met.

Admission Method

The First Qualified/First Admitted (FQFA) process is used for the majority of Saskatchewan Polytechnic programs. When we determine that you meet the program's admission requirements, you will be offered admission based on the date you fully qualify for the program.

Tuition and Fees

Estimates are based on current rates and are subject to change. Amounts for a program may vary by campus. Totals shown here include all mandatory fees as well as approximate cost for books and supplies.

• Academic year: $8,900

Courses

• BESK-104: Benchwork 1
• BESK-105: Benchwork 2
• BESK-106: Benchwork 3
• COMM-127: Fundamental Communication Skills
• DRAW-100: Technical Drawing
• INDG-100: Introduction to Indigenous Studies
• MACH-101: Drilling Machine Operations
• MACH-102: Precision Grinding Operations
• MACH-105: Sawing Operations
• MACH-122: CNC Basics
• MACH-123: CNC Lathe
• MACH-124: CNC Mill
• MACH-125: Lathe Operations 1
• MACH-126: Lathe Operations 2
• MACH-127: Lathe Operations 3
• MACH-128: Lathe Operations 4
• MACH-129: Manual Milling Machine 1
• MACH-130: Manual Milling Machine 2
• MATE-100: Materials Selection
• MATH-104: Applied Mathematics
• MEAS-100: Precision Measurement
• PRNT-100: Blueprint Reading
• SAFE-117: Safe Working Environment
• THER-100: Heat Treatment Processes
• WELD-102: Welding Operations
• WORK-100: Industrial Attachment

Get Credit for What You Know

Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition

Saskatchewan Polytechnic recognizes that adults learn in many different ways. This includes acquiring knowledge and skills through life and work experience or non-formal training.

Transfer Credit

Many Sask Polytech students benefit from transferring course credit. You may be eligible to transfer credit to Sask Polytech or to another college or university.

Student Awards

Thanks to the generosity of donors and alumni, Saskatchewan Polytechnic gives away more than $2 million in student awards during the academic year.

Additional Information

• Program heads: Evan Wollbaum (Regina campus) and Emmet Jacklin (Saskatoon campus)
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