Diploma in Innovative Manufacturing
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Key Information
Campus location
Regina, Canada
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
76 weeks
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
CAD 38,607 / per course *
Application deadline
Request info
Earliest start date
Sep 2024
* 1 year: $22,381 and 2 year: $16,226
Introduction
Saskatchewan's manufacturing sector continues to grow and needs skilled workers. With a diploma in Innovative Manufacturing, you will be prepared to help meet these needs. The program offers a wide range of skill-based training in all aspects of the manufacturing industry, including design, CAD/CAM drafting, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining, welding, fabrication, robotics, 3-D printing, and project management. Throughout your studies, you will practice your skills and complete projects using industry-standard tools and equipment. As part of your training, you will have an opportunity to participate in a two-week, industry-based work placement.
Program faculty are accredited in their respective fields, have worked in industry, and will teach you up-to-date manufacturing techniques and processes.
Diploma to Degree
Leverage your diploma into the Bachelor of Applied Management degree at Saskatchewan Polytechnic with only two years of additional study. Remote classes and part-time options are available.
Admissions
Curriculum
Year 1 - Semester 1
- CAD 106 Autodesk Inventor (3D)
- CLTR 200 Culture and Diversity
- DRFT 174 Drafting Principles
- ENGL 101 Critical Reading and Writing
- MACH 108 Machine Shop Fundamentals
- MATH 104 Applied Mathematics
- MEAS 161 Precision Measurement and Tooling
- SEM 101 Technology Seminars
Total semester credits: 25
Year 1 - Semester 2
- COAP 172 Computer Applications
- COM 170 Professional Workplace Communication
- DRFT 177 Mechanical Drafting
- MACH 155 Drilling Machine Operations
- MATH 167 Applied Mathematics 2
- MECH 160 Applied Mechanics: Statics
- SEM 108 Innovative Manufacturing Seminar
- WLDR 152 Cutting Processes and Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- WLDR 153 Gas Metal Arc Welding 1
Total semester credits: 25
Year 1 - Semester 3
- MACH 109 Introduction to G-code
- MACH 110 Computer Numerical Control Lathe
- MACH 111 Computer Numerical Control Mill
- MACH 150 Milling Machine Operations
- MACH 151 Lathe Operations
- MANU 101 Introduction to Additive Manufacturing
- MATE 170 Manufacturing Materials
- WORK 169 Work Experience
Total semester credits: 19
Year 2 - Semester 4
- CAM 200 Computer Aided Manufacturing 1
- CAM 201 Computer Aided Manufacturing 2
- HYDR 173 Fluid Power
- MANU 170 Manufacturing Processes and Systems
- MANU 205 Supply Chain Management
- MANU 206 Introduction to Robotics in Manufacturing
- MECH 161 Applied Mechanics: Dynamics
- PROJ 287 Project Management
- WLDR 154 Automation and Gas Metal Arc Welding
Total semester credits: 26
Year 2 - Semester 5
- CAM 202 Computer Aided Manufacturing 3
- MACH 202 Multi-Axis Machining
- MANU 207 Applications with Robotics in Manufacturing
- MANU 208 Operations Management
- PROJ 184 Project
- TCOM 104 Applied Research in Technology
- WLDR 155 Flux-Cored, Metal-Cored, and Advanced Wire Feed Processes
- WLDR 157 Fabrication Equipment
Total semester credits: 25
Career Opportunities
As a graduate from the Innovative Manufacturing diploma program, you may find employment with independent manufacturing companies as well as government agencies. Depending on the wide range of industry requirements, some of your work duties may include designing, drafting and fabricating machine parts, developing working plans and prototypes, as well as contributing to quality assurance and quality control, safety and production requirements.
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Scholarships and Funding
At Saskatchewan Polytechnic, we make every effort to recognize academic success and provide a financial boost to those who need it most. Scholarships, awards, and bursaries are a great way to provide you with additional financial support, widen your network and enhance your resume by demonstrating your hard work and dedication to your studies. While you are investing in your future, let us invest in you!
Award recipients are commonly selected on financial need, academic achievement, or very often, a combination of the two. Selection criteria can also include volunteer or leadership involvement in your communities and schools.
Thanks to the generosity of donors and alumni, Saskatchewan Polytechnic provides as much as $2 million in student awards every school year.