Confederation College’s Instrumentation Engineering Technician – Process Automation and Control two-year program will provide you with a solid footing in both theory and practice in a modern, cutting-edge laboratory designed to emulate common control systems found in industry. Through coursework, you’ll learn the basics of electrical, digital, electronics, computer systems, industrial drawings & specifications, physics, computer software and communications for technology. Our lab features functioning processes employing pneumatic as well as modern microprocessor-based electronic control equipment such as PLC’s, Distributed Control Systems, and field networks.At Confederation College, the Instrumentation Engineering Technician - Process Automation program is meticulously designed to prepare students for the dynamic field of process automation and instrumentation engineering. Emphasizing practical experience, our program includes an Optional Co-op component, which serves as a cornerstone of our experiential learning approach.Optional Co-op: This valuable component offers students the opportunity to engage in paid work placements, providing a bridge to the professional world. Occurring outside of the academic term, these co-op placements allow students to apply classroom and lab-learned theories and skills in real-world settings. The hands-on experience gained through these placements not only enhances technical knowledge and skills but also fosters professional development, networking, and a deeper understanding of industry expectations and trends.