Program:

• 32 weeks (Afternoon and Evening)

Locations:

• 10 Kodiak Crescent, Unit 100 Toronto, ON M3J 3G5 in the OEL Training Facility
• 64 Saltsman Drive Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 in the CLAC Training Facility

Students who complete our structured Combined Pre-Apprenticeship program have the advantage of diversifying their skills into two relevant areas of training.

On the Appliance Service component of the program, appliance service technicians repair and service washers, dryers, dishwashers, ranges, built-in ovens, counter cook-top units, microwaves, refrigerators, and freezers for appliance sales companies, wholesalers, large apartment owners and smaller independent service companies. The Appliance Service Technician program is an Installation Maintenance and Repair Sector Council and Trade Association (IMR) approved course.

The Domestic Appliance (DA) component of the combined program is a continuation of the Gas 3 Technician modules, plus additional training on specific gas fired equipment. Graduates of this program must successfully complete the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) Gas Technician Certification Examination to be eligible to work as a licensed Domestic Appliance Technician.

The DA Gas Technician, based on the TSSA’s curriculum, will teach you piping, appliance venting practices, as well as business practices to provide a well-rounded approach to working in the field as an Appliance Service Technician. Appliance Service Technicians who are also holders of the Domestic Appliance (DA) Gas technician certification can carry out the following functions unsupervised on appliances: install, inspect, alter, purge, activate, repair, service or remove a natural gas or propane appliance, equipment and accessories essential to its operation. Many Appliance Service Technicians with a Domestic Appliance Gas Certification may go on to become self-employed or work in the commercial restaurant equipment industry. They perform services on products for both in and out of warranty applications.

Upon completion of the program students will have received theory instruction, together with hands on training method taught by highly trained instructors, in the following subjects:

Safety: Students learn about electrical and mechanical safety requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, safe workplace practices and procedures, environmental refrigerant laws (ODP), the use of Mapp & acetylene torches, Lock Out & Tag Safety, WHMIS and Confined Spaces Hazard Awareness training.

Servicing and Installation Methods: Students will be trained in the proper use of hand and power tools, as well as servicing, repairing and installing major appliances. They will have an understanding of electrical, electronics and plumbing aspects related to the servicing of appliances. As well, students will be trained in soldering and brazing.

Schematic Diagrams and Parts Look Up: Students will have the skills to read and understand electrical and electronic schematics and charts. They will have the knowledge to look up and identify parts needed for the servicing of appliances.

Employability Skills: Includes Resume Writing, Interview Skill Training, Customer Service Training, Communications Skills Training, and Timesheet Skills Training.

• Appliance Service Technician
• Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• Domestics Appliance Technician
• Appliance Maintenance Technician
• Appliance Service Contractor
• Estimating
• Product Distribution
• Manufacturing (Sales)
• Management/Supervisor