Gas Technician

This course covers the Gas Trade 3 required modules 1,2,4,6,7. In this course, students learn about the governing organizations, associations and agencies that regulate the installation of propane and natural gas in Ontario. Students examine the rights and responsibilities of workers and employers, under various acts and codes relating to health and safety compliance. Students review professional behavior on the job, including aspects of customer service such as active listening, clarifying techniques, difficult customers, and sensitivity to cultural differences. The course introduces students to various reference material, tools and equipment used in the gas trade, such as electrical test instruments, fasteners, hand and power tools, and firefighting equipment. Students use technical manuals (code), specifications, schematics, drawings and graphs to determine proper residential or light commercial installation.

This course covers the Gas Trade 3 required modules 3, 9. Students investigate the properties/characteristics of propane and natural gas in relation to domestic appliances. They review basic ignition control systems and burner classification. Students learn about combustion, valve closures, testing for carbon monoxide, ventilation, evacuation and how to and how to assess gas leaks and evacuate if necessary. Students research the requirements of gas installation codes and appliance manufacturer instructions to learn how to convert an appliance from propane to natural gas or natural gas to propane.

This course covers the required Gas Trade 3 module 5. This course introduces students to basic electrical theory and concepts. Students consider electrical hazards, safe working techniques, procedures and applicable electrical codes. Practical work includes the selection and explanation of different measurement and test instruments to troubleshoot inconsistencies with electrical circuits.

The course covers the Gas Trade 2 required modules 10, 15, and 22. Students build on their knowledge of the regulations and applicable codes to install valves, meters and pressure and appliance regulators. Students explore the principles of venting and vent theory, and practice and demonstrate correct methods to install, repair and inspect a venting system.

This course covers the Gas Trade 2 required modules 11 & 12.  Students learn to recognize the common features of a power supply and identify electrical terms, hardware and symbols.  Students develop their knowledge of mechanical and electrical controls, control circuits, and selecting and operating the appropriate measurement and test instruments.  Theory is applied to practice as students develop their skills in simulated work experiences in our lab.

This course covers the Gas Trade 2 required modules 13, 14, and 16. Students explore the relationship (positive and negative) between the key components of a building system, the external/internal factors that affect the building system, and ways to minimize a negative impact to the integrity of a building. Students examine many industry topics including, but not limited to heat, moisture and airflow; construction types; energy conservation; mechanical systems; ventilation/filtration systems; moisture barriers and sealing techniques; and the fundamentals of installation, operation and repair of propane/natural gas appliances.

This course covers the Gas Trade 2 required modules 19, 21, 23 and 24. Building on their knowledge of Ontario propane and natural gas codes to install, students further explore and practice the regulatory and professional standards required to maintain and service the mechanical and electrical components of a variety of warm air heating systems and appliances.

This course covers the Gas Trade 2 required modules 17, 18 and 20. This course examines the theory and application of combustion as students continue develop their understanding and application of relevant code for the installation of conversion burners, as well as maintenance to service water heaters, gas fired boilers, pool heating systems and hydronic systems.