Applied Science Technologists (AScTs) are graduates of an accredited diploma program or equivalent who have completed two or more years of progressive experience in an area of work directly related to the program. The type of work experience considered at the AScT level includes:

  • Routinely engaging in designing, developing, inspecting, testing and commissioning of engineered products processes, buildings, civil infrastructure facilities, systems and services.
  • Demonstrating a broad depth of knowledge and effective communication skills to undertake a variety of technical assignments within applicable codes, standards and practices.
  • Frequent involvement in providing technical input, resulting in operational decisions on technical teams. 
  • Receiving broad direction and final approval from supervisors for product designs, work processes or services.
  • Generating information or documentation providing training and direction to technical personnel or business professionals or clients.

As a result of their academics, training and experience in the application of known principles of science and mathematics, AScTs are professionals capable of assuming and exercising independent judgment to develop and manage technology.

AScTs may perform a wide range of complex work either independently or under general direction in a variety of fields, such as engineering technology, building and construction technology, surveying, forestry, biosciences, allied health, and resource or systems management. Typical activities include design, production, marketing, testing, quality control, estimating, surveying, inspection, diagnostic evaluation, supervision, management, technical sales, and teaching. Such activities may be carried out in association with other professionals.

AScTs use an applied approach based on a comprehensive understanding of a specific technology. They evaluate assignments, determine procedures and implement solutions, schedule work to meet objectives, participate in short- and long-range planning, and may become involved in developing and promoting conceptual change.

AScTs may assume managerial or administrative responsibility for a wide range of technical endeavors. They may supervise and coordinate a diverse working group and train less experienced technical and professional staff.

AScT Qualifications & Experience

Title & Practice Restrictions Licensing
Restricted title. Registration required for some practice.

Education & Training Required After High School
Approximate Duration Including Work Experience: 4 years.
Typical Classroom Contact Hours & Credential: 2,000 hours, Diploma of Technology.
Typical Education Content/Focus: theoretical; academic; technical; business.

Required Work Experience
2 years, with 1 year of supervised Canadian Technologist-level experience.

AScT registration requirements can be found in the ASTTBC Bylaws.

Subclasses

Professional Technologist

Professional Technologists (PTech) are AScTs with a minimum of four years’ senior technical work experience relevant to the discipline. The type of work experience considered at the PTech level includes:

  • Collecting, organizing, evaluating and designing products, services or procedures in complex technological areas.
  • Acting as a consultant or being regarded as a technical expert in the field.
  • Consistently demonstrating current, state-of-the-art technical competencies and commitment to technological best practices, including application of the latest codes and standards and industry practice.
  • Independently defining complex technology problems to be solved and conceiving of projects as a satisfactory solution.
  • Frequent involvement in the analysis of services, products or processes for the purpose of improving effectiveness or efficiency of work being done.

PTech Qualifications & Experience

Title & Practice Restrictions Licensing
Restricted title and practice.

Education & Training Required After High School
Approximate Duration Including Work Experience: 8 years.
Typical Classroom Contact Hours & Credential: 2,000 hours, Diploma of Technology.
Typical Education Content/Focus: theoretical; academic; technical; business.

Required Work Experience
6 years after AScT, with 2 to 4 years of senior experience and 1 year under P.Eng.

PTech registration requirements can be found in the ASTTBC Bylaws.

Registered Technology Manager

Registered Technology Managers (RTMgr) are AScTs or CTechs who meet the required standards for registration and manage within a technology environment. In many cases, an RTMgr will have achieved the required level of competency through experience. The type of work experience considered at the RTMgr level includes:

  • Proven track record of success as a manager and leader in a technology environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply the principles of technology management, having been evaluated against a set of competencies that cover all key aspects of the manager role.

RTMgr registration requirements can be found in the ASTTBC Bylaws.