WHY SEEK REGISTRATION?

Far sighted Technologists and Technicians realizing the importance of preparing themselves for the opportunities which lie ahead, will recognize the desirability of having their qualifications recognized widely. They will appreciate guidance regarding the precise path which they should follow in order to improve their technical knowledge.

Recognition of the contributions of Technologists and Technicians to our Association will provide an ample reward to compensate for the extensive studies which are required. There is little doubt that industry favors men and women who honestly try to improve themselves, and reclassification to another category will draw attention to their progress.

The combined efforts of many, working towards a common goal under capable leadership, will offer results which cannot be attained by individuals alone. The growth of an organization of professional Technologists and Technicians can effectively serve those who are members, and the industries in which they are employed. The support and active participation of SASTT members can give strength to the organization.

• Recognized professional standing in the applied science / engineering technology community. Formal recognition establishes the minimum level of one's technical qualifications at the time of registration. This provides employers - either present or future - with a firm point of assessment of an individual's qualifications for their own purposes.

• Registration provides the Technologist/Technician with a starting point for future studies to improve his or her qualifications and status.

• Registration marks the individual as qualified in a particular field of Technology - for example, Biological Science, Building, Chemical, Civil, Electrical, Electronics, Forestry, Geomatics, Industrial, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Mining, and Petroleum.

• Registration provides the opportunity to support The Saskatchewan Applied Science Technologists and Technicians - a professional organization established for their benefit.

• Saskatchewan Applied Science Technologists, and Certified Technicians may use an assigned professional designation after their name (i.e. "AScT", and "CTech").

• Group Life and Disability Insurance, Registered Retirement Savings Plans, and Home Insurance are available to members of the Association at special group rates unobtainable in the open market.

• Counselling for academic advancement can be obtained through the SASTT office.

• SASTT provides an Employment Referral Service.

• Resume assistance available.

• Offers career counselling.

• Provides "SASTT Journal", a publication including timely articles, upcoming events and, once yearly, the results of our member salary survey.

• Active participation in a progressive, professional association to ensure that Technologists and Technicians continue to control their own affairs.

• Discounts from leading local and national companies (i.e. car rentals, Costco/Price Club, etc.)

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Registration for applicants is done by the Registration Board.

Applications are initially reviewed by the Registration Board which assigns the formal registration to an applicant taking into account experience as well as the academic assessment of the Board of Examiners. Applications which cannot be accepted from the viewpoint of academic qualifications are sent to the Board of Examiners for an academic assessment.

WHAT ARE THE MAIN FIELDS OF EMPLOYMENT?

Applied Science Technologists, and Certified Technicians practice in the following fields and are employed in companies throughout the Province of Saskatchewan.

• Planning and Design

• Teaching and Training

• Construction and Installation

• Technical Marketing

• Production and Operation

• Administration and Management

• Research and Development

APPLIED SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY DISCIPLINES OF REGISTERED MEMBERS INCLUDE:

Biological Science	Geomatics
Building	Industrial
Chemical	Information
Civil	Instrumentation
Electrical	Mechanical
Electronics	Mining
Forestry	Petroleum

HOW TO JOIN SASTT

Candidates for registration and membership must submit an application form to the Registrar. The Board of Examiners will provide an assessment of the academic qualifications; the Registration Board considers an applicant's experience and assigns a Registration category of membership. The recommendations of the Registration Board are placed before SASTT Board of Directors for membership registration.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP

APPLIED SCIENCE TECHNOLOGIST:

• Minimum educational qualifications: Diploma in applied science / engineering technology from a program recognized by the SASTT at the technologist level, or equivalent courses from other recognized institutions, or satisfactory completion of examinations established by the Board of Examiners.

• Minimum practical experience: Two years under an Applied Science Technologist or members of another professional association, or for others, a period satisfactory to the Registration Board.

CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN:

• Minimum educational qualifications: Completion of one year of applied science / engineering technology at a program recognized by SASTT at the technician level, or equivalent courses from other recognized institutions, or satisfactory completion of examinations established by the Board of Examiners.

• Minimum practical experience: Two years of related work experience satisfactory to the Registration Board.

ASSOCIATE MEMBER:

• Minimum educational qualifications: Complete Grade XII, including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and physics (chemistry for chemical and mechanical applicants only) or other certificates of equivalent standing.

OR

• Diploma in applied science / engineering from a program recognized by SASTT.  Minimum practical experience: None.

STUDENT MEMBER:

• Individual must be enrolled as a full time student in a recognized technology program offered at a Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Science and Technology Campus.

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