Gas Technician 2
To work on residential, commercial or industrial gas-fired equipment, you must first attain certification by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA).
- Enjoy a more personalized learning environment with our small classes
- Benefit from supportive and experienced faculty who are active in their industry
- Gain the latest and best industry-specific knowledge and skills to be career-ready upon graduation
Program Availability and Schedule
Availability
Availability varies by course. Click here to view availability for courses in this program.
Schedule
Given the part-time delivery of this program, there is not a standard schedule for all learners.
Program Summary
Credential
Program Code
Area of Interest
To qualify for this College Approved Certificate, you must complete the program within two years.
SUCCESS FACTORS...(read more)
Overview
To work on residential, commercial or industrial gas-fired equipment, you must first attain certification by the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA). In this program that was designed in conjunction with the TSSA curriculum standards and approved by the TSSA, students learn to install, inspect, alter, purge, activate, repair, service, or remove a natural gas or propane appliance with an input of 400,000 British Thermal Units per Hour (BTUH) or less, as well as the equipment and accessories essential to its operation.
To qualify for this College Approved Certificate, you must complete the program within two years.
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited for students who:
- Like figuring out what's wrong with something and fixing it.
- Enjoy working with their hands and different types of tools.
- Have physical mobility to bend, stretch, reach and work in confined spaces if required.
- Are able to look at a diagram or blueprint and visualize how things come together.
- Would consider a career where on-call, evening and weekend work may be required.
Courses
Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.
Registration Note:
This program does not have a typical application process. Unless otherwise stated - you can register for courses online directly by clicking on the course title and selecting “Register Online”. Classes can take place online, or on campus in the evenings and weekends using our modern facilities. Different courses may be available each semester so don’t forget to check back regularly.
Courses |
| Course Number | Hours | Course Name |
|---|---|---|
| HRA0022 | 60.0 | Advanced Piping/Tubing, Meters and Regulators (2A)Advanced Piping/Tubing, Meters and Regulators (2A) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
| HRA0023 | 60.0 | Advanced Electricity for Gas Technicians(2B)Advanced Electricity for Gas Technicians(2B) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
| HRA0024 | 60.0 | Basic Controls for Gas Technicians (2C)Basic Controls for Gas Technicians (2C) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
| HRA0025 | 60.0 | Venting Practices for Appliances (2D)Venting Practices for Appliances (2D) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
| HRA0026 | 60.0 | Domestic and Decorative Appliances (2e)Domestic and Decorative Appliances (2e) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
| HRA0027 | 60.0 | Forced Warm Air Heating Systems (2f)Forced Warm Air Heating Systems (2f) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
| HRA0028 | 60.0 | Air Handlers, Conversion Burners & Building Systems (2g)Air Handlers, Conversion Burners & Building Systems (2g) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
| HRA0029 | 60.0 | Hydronic Heating Systems (2h)Hydronic Heating Systems (2h) There are no classes currently scheduled for this course. |
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Careers & Pathways
Careers
Upon successfully completing all the program requirements, students may write the TSSA exam within a year of completing their last course. Once successful, they will receive the TSSA Certificate of Qualification for Gas Technician 2, which will qualify graduates to work unsupervised to install, repair, maintain and inspect gaseous fuel pipelines and appliances in homes and industrial or commercial buildings. Graduates typically work with gas utility and gas servicing companies; plumbing, heating and air conditioning; and mechanical/construction firms. Graduates may also pursue self-employment.
Pathways
Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.
Tuition & Fees
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2022/2023 Academic Year
Fees are subject to change.
Fees for part-time programs are charged on a course-by-course basis and are published on each individual course page.
For questions related to fees, please call the Registrar's Office at 613-727-0002.
Students must complete the program courses in the order listed.
Graduation Fee
Once you have completed all the courses in the program, it is the responsibility of the student to complete a certificate/diploma application (https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/certificationgraduating/). A graduation fee of $22 will be charged when the application is submitted. When your certificate/diploma application has been approved, you will be invited to Spring or Fall Convocation.
Admissions Requirements
All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.
College Eligibility
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent, OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without an OSSD).
Program Eligibility
- Valid Gas Technician 3 Certificate of Qualification.
Application Information
Registration Note:
This program does not have a typical application process. Unless otherwise stated - you can register for courses online directly by clicking on the course title and selecting “Register Online”. Classes can take place online, or on campus in the evenings and weekends using our modern facilities. Different courses may be available each semester so don’t forget to check back regularly.
Additional Information
Program Resources
Students are expected to bring and wear CSA-approved footwear and eye protection in the labs at all times.
Students are required to maintain a minimum grade of 75% in the practical component of the program to meet TSSA requirements. After successful completion of the eight courses in the program, students have one calendar year to take the TSSA Certification Exam, on which they must achieve 75% or higher in order to receive the TSSA Certificate of Qualification, which is the requirement to work in the industry.
Students who chose to write the TSSA exam will need to complete an application form, register and pay the applicable fee prior to writing the exam. This can be arranged through Algonquin College and information will be provided as students finish their program.
For more information about the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA): 1-877-682-8772 or 416-734-3590 or visit the website www.tssa.org.
For more information, please contact cetrades@algonquincollege.com.