Heating, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician

South Campus - Windsor (T207)

Two Year - Ontario College Diploma

September

Robert Chittim
(519) 972-2727, ext. 4774
rchittim@stclaircollege.ca

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus:

• Grade 12 Math (C) or (U)
• Senior level Physics recommended (C) or (U)

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

PROGRAM GOALS
The Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technician program prepares graduates for entry level positions in: Electrical, Refrigeration, Sheet Metal or Heating and Air Conditioning Industries. Technicians in these fields require sound mechanical and problem solving abilities.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Apprenticeship possibilities following graduation in sheet metal, electrical or refrigeration and air conditioning
• Curriculum follows the prescribed TSSA Gas Technician 3 and Gas Technician 2 syllabus, providing an opportunity for certification (external).
• Eligible for Refrigeration Handling Certification - Ozone Depletion Prevention (external).

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Apprenticeship possibilities and job prospects are excellent, with above average wages and steady employment. Graduates find work in heating, air conditioning, sheet metal, electrical and refrigeration contracting firms. Other opportunities include wholesale, distribution, parts and equipment manufacturing companies.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Program Physical Demands Analysis: T207

YOUR INVESTMENT
Fees are subject to adjustment each year. The standard tuition and compulsory fees for 2011 are as follows:

$3,172.69
$600 - $800
$240.00
$75.00

Optional external certification will involve additional expenses. Program graduation does not require completion of these government certifications.

For a breakdown of tuition and other compulsory fees for Canadian, U.S. and International students, see Tuition & Fees.