Industrial Instrument Technicians and Mechanics
Other titles : industrial instrument mechanic, instrument and accessory maintenance technician, instrument technician, industrial, precision instrument mechanic
Details
Description :
Industrial instrument technicians and mechanics repair, maintain, calibrate, adjust, and install industrial measuring and controlling instrumentation. They are employed by pulp and paper processing companies, nuclear and hydro power generating companies, mining, petrochemical and natural gas companies, industrial instrument and other manufacturing companies, and by industrial instrument servicing establishments.
Main duties :
- consult manufacturer's manuals, circuit diagrams and blueprints to determine tests and maintenance procedures for instruments used for measuring and controlling flow, level, pressure, temperature, chemical composition and other variables in manufacturing and processing;
- inspect and test operation of instruments and systems to diagnose faults using pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing devices and precision measuring instruments;
- repair and adjust system components, such as sensors, transmitters and programmable logic controllers, or remove and replace defective parts;
- install control and measurement instruments on existing and new plant equipment and processes.
Regions where this career
has the best propspects:
- Centre-du-Québec
- Estrie
- Chaudière-Appalaches
- Montérégie
Training
Diploma of College Studies (DCS)
Programs
- Industrial Electronics Technology
- Industrial Maintenance Technology
Industrial Electronics Technology
Program lenght : 3 years
Program Objectives
The key tasks for industrial electronics technologists are troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and installation and equiment set-up. In collaboration with engineers, industrial electronics technologists participate in the design or modification of automated systemes or electric installations. Industrial electronics technologists are also responsible for purchasing materials while staying within budget limits.
Where this program is available
Industrial Maintenance Technology
Program lenght : 3 years
Program Objectives
The Industrial Maintenance Technology program prepares students to practise the occupation of Industrial Maintenance Technician. Industrial maintenance technicians work in all industrial sectors such as: pulp and paper, metal mining, primary transformation and manufacture of metal products, food processing, wood, petrochemical, transportation and subcontracting of maintenance services. While present in all industrial sectors, industrial maintenance technicians also work in the construction field.
Where this program is available
More information
Pour une carrière en or : tes perspectives d'emploi dans l'industrie minière (in french only).