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Campus:
Windsor Campus (T207)
Program Length:
Two years - Ontario College Diploma
Starts:
September 2010
Contact:


Tim Tiegs
(519) 972-2727, ext. 5231
email: ttiegs@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 status click here.

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.

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.

YOUR INVESTMENT
Fees are subject to adjustment each year. The standard tuition and compulsory fees for 2009 are as follows:
Standard Tuition 1st year
$ 2,220.00
Books & expendable supplies per semester
$400-600
Safety shoes, glasses & gloves approx.
$ 240.00
Drafting Equipment approx.
$ 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 click here.
KEY PROGRAM FEATURES
 
Blend of hands on experience and theoretical training.
 
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).
 

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DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS
Code
Credit
Course Name
Semester 1
HRA106
4
Heating I
HRA116
4
Refrigeration I
HRA128
4
Sheet Metal I
HRA135
4
Electrical I
HRA119
1
Industrial Safety
LBS110G
3

Communication Across Cultures

Semester 2
HRA206
4
Heating II
HRA216
4
Refrigeration II
HRA235
4
Electrical II
HRA228
4
Sheet Metal II
HRA231
2
Gas Code G-3
ELEC1030
3
Open Elective
Code
Credit
Course Name
Semester 3
HRA306
4
Heating III
HRA316
4
Refrigeration III
HRA335
4
Electrical III
HRA328
4
Sheet Metal III
MIC111
2
Computer Applications I
HRA307
2
Mechanical Systems I


Semester 4
HRA406
4
Heating IV
HRA408
3
Refrigeration IV
HRA419
3
Electrical IV
HRA428
4
Sheet Metal IV
HRA407
2
Mechanical Systems II
ENT500G
3
Entrepreneurship
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Last updated 3/15/2010