About the course

NAIT's nationally accredited Chemical Technology program will prepare you for work as a chemical technologist in industrial, government and commercial laboratories.

　　The program emphasizes the application of standard and specialized laboratory techniques across scientific disciplines. Training is lab-focused, you'll gain practical, job-ready experience using a variety of modern laboratory instruments and computer applications in NAIT's advanced Centre for Chemical Studies.

　　In Chemical Technology, you'll learn to work independently and in teams to design experiments and solve unique problems. You'll also use computers and software for data acquisition, analysis, literature searches and to prepare oral and written reports.

　　Throughout the program, you'll perform audits to identify safety hazards, and apply WHMIS principles to the storage, handling, preparation and disposal of hazardous materials.

　　First-year chemistry courses include chemical safety, laboratory techniques, organic and inorganic chemistry, quantitative analysis and physical chemistry. Additional courses in computers, math, physics and communications complete the first year.

　　Second-year courses include instrumental analysis, environmental chemistry, applied biochemistry, industrial chemistry, oil, gas, and coal chemistry, and project management.

　　Career Outcomes

　　The chemical industry, involving the manufacture of a variety of inorganic and organic chemicals

　　The petroleum industry, involving the production and testing of fuels and lubricants

　　The environmental field, involving the identification and analysis of environmental pollutants

　　Laboratory support to the mining, food, and agricultural industries

　　Biotechnology and forensic laboratories

　　Research laboratories at universities, colleges, industrial R&D facilities, and government agencies Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: CA$37,989

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2024	Edmonton
Fall (September), 2025	Edmonton

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

English 30-1 or 30-2

　　Math 30-1 or 30-2 or Pure Math 30 or Applied Math 30

　　Chemistry 30

　　Academic requirements, including high school courses, diplomas, and minimum grades, are specific to each program offered at NAIT. As such, it's best to read through the requirements listed on each program's page to understand what's required for entry into a program. Official transcripts showing previous academic studies in English must be submitted along with your application. IELTS (Academic Format)

　　with minimum band scores for each component

　　IELTS (Academic Format)

　　with minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no band less than 5.0

　　TOEFL IBT (Internet Based)

　　Minimum total score of 80 with no individual component below 20

　　TOEFL Paper Based

　　Minimum Score of 550

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Northern Alberta Institute of Technology. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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