Agricultural And Heavy Equipment Technician at Lethbridge Polytechnic - Program overview

Program overview

Admission Requirements

Intakes

Last updated on 2025-07-30

Program overview

The Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician program combines training in agricultural equipment and heavy equipment, preparing students to write the Alberta Apprenticeship exam. This one-year certificate program is designed for those who are mechanically inclined and interested in a career in the vast agricultural industry. Students will gain hands-on experience and knowledge essential for maintaining and repairing various types of equipment used in agriculture and heavy industries.

Program structure

The Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician program is structured to provide a comprehensive education over a one-year duration, divided into two semesters. The program includes:

Hands-on training in well-equipped shops
Learning on industry-leading technology
A two-week practicum in a repair facility with qualified journeymen
Preparation for writing Prior Learning Assessments for the first two years of the Agricultural Equipment Technician or Heavy Equipment Technician apprenticeships

This program is available for both domestic and international students, ensuring a diverse learning environment. Students will complete practical training that equips them with the skills needed to excel in the field.

Featured Experiences

Two-week practicum working in a repair facility with qualified journeymen
Hands-on education in well-equipped shops
Use of dynamometers for measuring engine power
Access to specialized agricultural and heavy equipment bays within the Crooks School of Transportation

Career Options

Graduates of the Agricultural and Heavy Equipment Technician program can pursue various career opportunities in Canada, including:

Agricultural Equipment Service Technician: Responsible for maintaining and repairing agricultural machinery and equipment.
Construction Equipment Service Technician: Focuses on servicing and repairing heavy machinery used in construction projects.
Heavy Equipment Service Technician: Specializes in the maintenance and repair of large vehicles and machinery used in various industries.
Journeyman Agricultural Equipment Technician: A certified professional who has completed the apprenticeship program and is qualified to work independently.
Mobile Repair Service Technician: Provides on-site repair services for agricultural and heavy equipment, ensuring minimal downtime for clients.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

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Last updated on 2025-07-30

Program overview

Academic Requirements

International applications are evaluated on a competitive basis, taking into account factors such as grades, English language proficiency, and campus diversity.

As part of the admissions process, you need to send your transcripts and proof of the academic credentials you have earned to date to the Lethbridge Polytechnic Admissions Office.

Certified official documents issued by your high school, college or university sent in a sealed envelope bearing the institution’s seal, stamp or signature are required. Certified English translations for all documents originally written in a language other than English must be supplied. Translations must be complete, word-for-word and in the same format as the original document.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

Note: No academic credentials or transcripts are required for English as a Second Language studies.

For international students, the following relevant documents are required based on your country:

Afghanistan: Baccalauria
Bangladesh: Higher Secondary Certificate
China, People's Republic of: Senior Secondary Graduation Certificate
India: Senior School Certificate; Higher Secondary School Certificate; Intermediate Certificate
Malaysia: Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) and Sijil Tinggi Pelarajan Malaysia (STPM)
Vietnam: Bang Tot Nghiep Pho Thong (Diploma of Completion of Secondary School)

For any clarification and support regarding the Academic Requirements, please contact LOA Portal's advisors.

Language Requirements

An international applicant or exchange student must present qualifications comparable to those of Canadian applicants, which include meeting the English language proficiency requirement.

For the Agricultural And Heavy Equipment Technician program, the following English language proficiency tests are accepted:

IELTS Academic: 6.0; no band below 6.0
TOEFL iBT: 80
PTE (Pearson) Academic: 54
CAEL: 60; 60 in Writing, 50 in all other bands
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced: Minimum score of 169, and a minimum 169 in each sub score.
Cambridge English Qualifications: C2 Proficiency: Minimum score of 169, and a minimum 169 in each sub score.
Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First: Minimum score of 169, and a minimum 169 in each sub score.
Duolingo: 110
Grade 12 English: Minimum English 30-2 or equivalent from a recognized country.
1 post-secondary English course: From an accredited English-speaking post-secondary institution from a recognized country.
English for Academic Purposes (EAP): Minimum C grade in EAP 0096, 0097, 0098 at Lethbridge Polytechnic.
Full-time secondary studies in English: Successful completion of 3 years of full-time secondary education at an English-medium school in a recognized country within 2 years prior to application.
Full-time post-secondary studies in English: Successful completion of 1 year of full-time post-secondary education at an English-medium school in a recognized country within 2 years prior to application.

Please check with our team for more details.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.

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