Gas Technician Diploma Program (Part-Time)* New Program - 53 weeks *Approved as vocational program under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005 
Program Summary Stanford International College offers this 53 week program using official TSSA curriculum which prepares students for the TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) Gas Fitter 3 and Gas Fitter 2 licensing examinations. Curriculum is delivered via lectures and practical hands-on workshops offering the advantage of practical application of lecture material. Evaluation techniques involve written and practical tests and assignments. As an added benefit, Stanford International College is a licensed TSSA examination centre for the G3 and G2 licensing examinations. Our Gas Technician program is delivered by our dedicated instructors who are certified Gas Fitters experienced in both teaching and working in the Gas Technician field. Career Description: Gas fitters install, inspect, repair and maintain gas lines and gas equipment such as meters, regulators, heating units and appliances in residential, commercial and industrial establishments.1 Key transferable skills include customer service; attention to detail; excellent communication skills; self direction; flexibility and a valid driver’s license. Employment Opportunities and Related Job Positions
Graduates must successfully complete the TSSA G3 and G2 licensing examinations to be eligible to work as licensed Gas Fitters. Opportunities may be found with companies that install/service/repair gas appliances or with gas utility companies. Licensed graduates of the Gas Technician Diploma program may apply for positions as a: - Gas Fitter
- Gas Customer Service Representative
- Gas Fitter Apprentice
- Gas Servicer
- Gas Technician
| - Furnace Converter
- Gas Appliance Repairer/Services
- Gas Fitter Installer
- Gas Main Fitter
- Gas Pipefitter
| - Industrial Gas Fitter - Tester
- Industrial Gas Services
- Mechanic - Gas pipes
- Troubleshooter - Gas Works
| Admission Requirements: - An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, OR
- Students are 18 years of age or older and pass the program entrance examination
Program Duration: Campuses: Mississauga Campus - Unit 7, 1011 Eglinton Avenue East, Mississauga, ON 905-629-3088 Schedule : G3 Modules: Saturday/Sunday followed by G2 Modules: Tuesday/Thursday/Sunday (15 hrs per week) Graduation Requirements: - A minimum grade of 75% must be achieved to pass each module in the program.
Special Requirements: - Safety shoes are required to enter all shop areas
Gas Technician Diploma Program Modules (required): - Protect Self and Other
- Fasteners, Hand Tools & Power Tools
- Properties Characteristics, Safe Handling of Propane & Natural Gas
- Installation Codes, Acts, Regulations
- Introduction to Electricity
- Technical Manuals, Specifications, Schematics, Drawings and Graphs
- Customer Relations
- Introduction to Piping & Tubing Systems
- Introduction to Gas Appliances
- Advanced Piping and Tubing Systems
- Basic Electricity
- Controls (Mechanical & Electronic)
| - Building As a System
- Domestic & Non-Vented Appliances including BBQ’s
- Gas Meters, Pressure Regulators and Relief Valves
- Domestic Gas Fired Refrigerators
- Conversion Burners
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Water Heaters, Combo Systems, Potable Water Heating Systems - Forced Warm Air Heating Systems
- Hydronic Heating Systems
- Space Heating & Decorative Appliances
- Venting Practices
- Forced Air Add-on Devices
- Air Handling
| Also Included - Air Conditioning Essentials for Gas Fitters
- Ozone Depletion Prevention Training
1 For more information, please visit NOC at Human Resources and Skills Development Canada |
