Instrumentation & Control Technician (447A)
An Instrumentation & Control Technician installs, maintains, calibrates, designs, and troubleshoots networking systems, process control, and environmental protection equipment in a variety of industrial environments.
This program follows the current curriculum set out by Skilled Trades Ontario.
Apprentices in this program work in many industries that require any type of automation. All companies require some form of automation control which makes the opportunities for highly trained instrumentation control and control technicians abundant.
Training
The Instrumentation & Control Technician apprenticeship program consists of on-the-job and in-school training. The program typically takes five years to complete and consists of:
- 7,280 hours of on-the-job training and work experience
- 720 hours of in-school training
Red Seal Exam
At the completion of the in-school portion of the apprenticeship, graduates are given a week of preparation before they write the Red Seal exam for the trade.
Our students may write this exam at the College at the end of the training, or book a separate time to write the exam at the MLTSD office.
What does an Instrumentation & Control Technician Do?
Instrumentation & Control Technicians maintain and calibrate instruments and control systems in industrial settings.
They troubleshoot and diagnose issues in control systems, utilizing specialized software.
Technicians ensure accurate measurement and control of processes using sensors and monitoring devices.
They implement safety protocals and optimize processes to enhance efficiency and productivity.
Admission Requirements
To be eligible for this program, applicants must:
- Have a sponsor or employer and must be registered through the Ministry of Labour, Training & Skills Development
- Have a minimum Grade 12 high school education or equivalent
- Be at least 16 years of age
Application Process
This is an apprenticeship program and follows a different application process than regular post-secondary education programs. You cannot apply to this program through ontariocolleges.ca.
Applicants who are registered as an apprentice in a trade should receive a letter from the Ministry of Labour, Training & Skills Development inviting them to apply for schooling. All applications from that point will need their payment processed by the Office of the Registrar & Financial Aid Services at Lambton College.
If you are a registered apprentice and have not received a letter regarding apprenticeship school, please contact your local Ministry of Labour, Training & Skills Development office.
Training Dates
The following training dates are for the 2023-2024 academic year for the Instrumentation & Control Technician apprenticeship.
- Basic (ICTB) Dates
- September 5 - October 27
- Intermediate (ICTI) Dates
- October 30 - December 22
- Advanced (ICTA) Dates
- January 8 - March 8
Course List
This Employment Ontario program is funded in part by the Government of Canada and the Government of Ontario.
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Applied Science, Engineering Technology & Trades
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