Program Overview
This full-time Gas Technician Certificate Program equips students with the knowledge and skills to obtain TSSA Gas Technician 3 (G.3) and Gas Technician 2 (G.2) certifications. The program covers workplace safety, codes, propane fundamentals, and system testing for gas-fired equipment in residential and commercial settings. Graduates are prepared for careers as Gas Technicians, with opportunities in technical support and sales within the industry. The program also aligns with the content required for the Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning (HRAC) program, providing students with advanced career paths in the HVAC industry.
Program Outline
Gas Technician Certificate Program
Degree Overview:
This full-time program equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to obtain the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) Gas Technician 3 (G.3) and Gas Technician 2 (G.2) certifications. It provides comprehensive training in workplace safety, codes and regulations, propane fundamentals, and system testing and troubleshooting for gas-fired equipment in residential and commercial settings. The Barrie Campus program offers a unique schedule of evening and weekend classes, catering to the needs of students with existing commitments. The program aims to prepare graduates for a successful career as Gas Technicians, with additional employment opportunities in technical support and sales within the industry.
Outline:
The program spans one year, consisting of three semesters with a total of 13 program-specific courses, 2 communications courses, and 2 general education courses.
Semester 1:
- ELEC 1010 – Introduction to Electricity
- GAST 1003 – Introduction to Gas Appliances
- GAST 1013 – Professional Practices
- GAST 1014 – Piping and Tubing Systems
- One communication course
- One general education course
Semester 2:
- GAST 2004 – Gas Appliance Installation
- GAST 2005 – Gas Appliance Service
- GAST 2006 – Gas Piping Systems Design
- GAST 2015 – Combustion and Ventilation
- One communication course
- One general education course
Semester 3:
- GAST 3004 – Advanced Gas Appliance Installation
- GAST 3005 – Advanced Gas Appliance Service
- GAST 3006 – Hydronic Heating Systems
- GAST 3007 – Drafting for Gas Technicians
- One communication course
- One general education course
Assessment:
The program utilizes various assessment methods to evaluate student learning, including:
- Assignments and projects: Evaluating students' understanding and application of theoretical concepts and practical skills.
- Quizzes and tests: Assessing students' knowledge and retention of key information.
- Lab work: Providing hands-on application of skills and testing practical competency.
- Presentations: Assessing students' communication skills and ability to articulate technical information.
- Final exam: Evaluating students' overall knowledge and understanding of the program content.
Teaching:
The program is delivered by experienced faculty with expertise in the gas technician field. Teaching methods include:
- Lectures: Interactive presentations covering course material and theoretical concepts.
- Hands-on labs: Providing opportunities for applying learned skills and troubleshooting real-world scenarios.
- Group discussions: Fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and peer learning.
- Simulation exercises: Utilizing state-of-the-art technology to mimic real-world scenarios and decision-making.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are well-equipped for careers as Gas Technicians, with opportunities in residential and commercial gas appliance installation, service, and maintenance.
Other:
The program facilitates the completion of the TSSA Gas Technician 3 (G.3) and Gas Technician 2 (G.2) examinations at the end of the first and third semesters, respectively. Graduates can take the exams and obtain their certifications for professional practice as Gas Technicians. The cost of the examinations is not included in the tuition and must be paid by students separately. Graduates can also consider apprenticeships in various related fields like sheet metal, plumbing, and pipefitting to pursue additional career options. The program is also aligned with the content required for the Heating, Refrigeration, and Air Conditioning (HRAC) program. Students can consider transitioning to the HRAC program and become eligible for advanced career paths in the HVAC industry.
