Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprenticeship

Description

In this 4-year apprenticeship, the apprentice works in industry and attends school for 6-8 weeks each year. (level 1 & 2 are 6 weeks and level 3 & 4 are 8 weeks). These four blocks of technical training and 5 years of on the job training will progress the apprentice through the full spectrum of learning required to become a Qualified Journeyperson.

Admission Requirements

You must be a registered apprentice within BC.
Persons wishing to become apprentices must be employed with a business that employs a qualified journeyperson.
The Industry Training Authority (ITA) sets up a registration for apprenticeship between the apprentice, the employer and the ITA.

For complete details on apprenticeship and to schedule your technical training, visit the OC Apprenticeship Programs section of the website.

Program Content

Level 1

Trade Math
Safety
Welding and Brazing
Basic Work Skills
Drafting Skills
Hand, Power and Measuring Tools
Introduction to Computers
Apply Basic Electrical Concepts
Use Electrical Wiring Schematics
Apply Single Phase Motor Theory
Apply Proper Piping Practices
Fundamentals of Refrigeration
Refrigeration System Cycles
Refrigeration System Components

Level 2

B52-Code L2
Basic Arc Welding and Welding Safety
Use Air Measurement Tools
Computerized Refrigeration Load Calculations
Transformers, Proportional Control
Theory and Protection of Single Phase Motors
Three Phase Motor Theory
Heat Transfer and Insulation
Refrigeration System Cycles
Food Storage Fundamentals
Air Conditioning Fundamentals
Refrigeration System Components

Level 3

B52-Code-L3
System Start up Procedures
Perform Air Measurements
Computers and DDC Control Systems
Single Phase Motor Protection and Service
Refrigerant Pipe Sizing
Hydronics, Capacity Control and Dehydration
Refrigeration System Cycles
Air Conditioning Loads, Psychrometrics, Fan System
Refrigeration, System Components

Level 4

B52 Code—L4
Integrated Controls
Proportional Control
Canadian Electrical Code
Troubleshoot Electrical Circuits
Three Phase Motor Starters
Semi-Conductor Concepts
Code Requirements for Piping
Electric, Electronic and Pneumatic Controls
Capacity Control of Refrigeration System
Refrigeration System Cycles
Fan Systems and Heat Exchanges
Refrigeration System Components
Natural Gas Theory

Program Fees:

Tuition fees are currently assessed at $676.20. Income support for apprentices attending technical training courses is provided by Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) through regular employment insurance eligibility. Financial Aid

Employment Opportunities

The apprentice will write the Interprovincial Red Seal examination on the last day of the level 4 technical training class. Upon successfull completion the apprentice will receive their Trade Certification with the Interprovincial Endorsement (red seal).

All of the trades offered at Okanagan College lead to Journeyperson status under the Interprovincial standards (Red Seal) endorsement program. Red Seal certified workers can work anywhere in Canada where their trade is designated. Labour mobility is essential for the Canadian workforce. For skilled tradespeople, the Red Seal is the recognized passport to mobility in trades across Canada.

Program Contact:

Visit the following site for more information on the schedule and how to apply on line at OC Apprenticeship Programs
Apprenticeship Office
(250) 762-5445 local 4880 or toll free 1-800 621-3038