Program:

• 16 weeks Training (Afternoon and Evening)

Students are required to take TSSA approved DA training

Locations:

• 5 Kodiak Crescent, Unit 8, Toronto ON M3J 3E5 in the OEL Training Facility
• 64 Saltsman Drive, Cambridge ON N3H 4R7 in the CLAC Training Facility

The Appliance Service Technician program is an Installation Maintenance and Repair Sector Council and Trade Association (IMR) approved course. 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. Many may go on to become self-employed or work in the commercial restaurant equipment industry. They perform service on products for both in and out of warranty applications.

Students who complete our structured Pre-Apprenticeship course will receive theory instruction, together with hands-on training methodology taught by highly trained instructors in the following areas:

Appliance Service Safety: Students learn about electrical and mechanical safety requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, safe work place practices and procedures, environmental refrigerant laws (ODP), the use of Mapp & acetylene torches, Lock Out & Tag Safety, Propane in Construction, 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. 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 Include: Resume Writing, Interview, Customer Service, Communications and Timesheet Skills Training.

Training may qualify for up to 4 Credits towards completion of the Ontario Secondary School Diploma.

Successful candidates who complete the Appliance Service Technician Pre-Apprenticeship Program will have the skills to succeed in the following areas of the industry:

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