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Gas Technician 1
$4,534.25
This is an advanced program for individuals who wish to upgrade their skills in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry.
It is an evening program where students will participate in both theoretical and practical studies in class. As part of the program, we also offer job search assistance.
Before submitting your application, please click here to view details on the course description, pre-requisites, course cost and course outline and ensure that you will have the pre-requisites before the start date of the course.
Important: If you are considering government funding assistance options, such as Better Jobs Ontario (BJO) and the Ontario Job Grant (OJG), please contact us before submitting your application as the course cost is different.
Course Outline
| Length | 140 hours |
| Course Schedule | 2 Evenings per week, 6:00pm – 10:00pm. Cambridge, London and Ottawa campus only: some Saturdays, 8:00am - 4:00pm. Click here to view the schedule by campus location. |
| Description | This is an advanced program for individuals who wish to upgrade their skills in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry. It is a program where students will take part in both theoretical and practical studies in class. A Gas Technician 1 (G1) licence will enable you to install, inspect, alter, purge, activate, repair, service or remove a natural gas or propane appliance of any BTU input and the equipment and accessories essential to its operation. This includes residential, commercial and industrial applications. Examples: Process Ovens, Furnaces, Fireplaces, Water Heaters, Pool Heaters, Stoves, Clothes Dryers, etc. As part of the program we also offer job search assistance. |
| Course Outline | This program covers the G1 modules 26 to 31 and the applicable codes, acts and regulations. This program will provide you with the hands-on skills and full knowledge of the skills, safety procedures and theories you will require as a Gas Technician certificate holder. |
| Exam | The theory and practical examinations will be administered by HiMark at our location upon completion of the course. |
| Pre-requisite | 1. Hold a valid Gas Technician 2 (G2) license for at least 2 years (or 4,000 hours) including a minimum of 500 hours working on systems operating over 400,000 Btuh under the direct supervision of a licenced G1 technician. 2. A letter detailing your work experience from your employer or G1 supervisor (with their name, certificate number, signature and contact number); OR A sworn statement signed by a notary public. Details in the letter should include: -Type of equipment -Input rate -Service maintenance or installation -Accumulated time spent on each type Note: If you cannot obtain the required 500 hours working on systems operating over 400,000 Btuh, you can complete our G1 GAP Program instead either before or within one year after attending this course. |
| Codebooks Required | • B149.1 - Natural Gas & Propane Installation Code • B149.2 - Propane Storage & Handling Code • B149.3 - Code for the Field Approval of Fuel-Related Components on Appliances and Equipment • Ontario Act, Regulations, and Code Adoption Documents for use with B149 Code Series |
| Module Breakdown | Module 26 - Flame Safeguard Controls Module 27 - Commercial Appliances Module 28 - Gas Fired Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Module 29 - Gas Technician 1: Electricity Module 30 - Gas Technician 1: Controls Module 31 - Valve Train |
| Application Processing Fee (Non-Refundable) | $500.00 Required to submit your application for the course. |
| Total Course Cost | $4,534.25 This is an all-inclusive price. Prices are subject to change. |
| Included in Total Course Cost Listed Above | 1. Non-refundable application processing fee + Tax of $565.00 2. Course Modules 3. B149.3 Codebook 4. Ontario Act, Regulations, and Code Adoption Documents for use with B149.3 Codebook 5. Tuition 6. Exam Fees (including one TSSA certification exam for G1) 7. Applicable taxes |
| Additional Fees/Items (Not Included in Total Course Cost) | 1. Administration fee for government funded students 2. Required B149.1 & B149.2 Codebooks 3. Ontario Act, Regulations, and Code Adoption Documents for use with B149.1 & B149.2 Codebooks 4. Required equipment, such as tools needed for practical portion. |
