- Lessons: 65
- Duration: 250 hours
Program Overview
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Epic College of Technology’s ( TSSA Approved )Gas Technician G3 program is an entry-level professional training course designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of gas systems in Ontario. The program provides a comprehensive understanding of safety practices, fuel characteristics, tools, codes, piping systems, appliance installation, and basic electrical concepts used in the gas and HVAC industry.
The curriculum focuses on developing essential technical knowledge and practical awareness required to work safely with natural gas and propane systems under supervision. It prepares students for entry into the skilled trades sector and builds a strong foundation for further advancement toward the Gas Technician G2 certification.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this program are well suited for entry-level roles such as:
- Gas Technician Helper
- HVAC Installer Assistant
- Appliance Installation Assistant
- Maintenance Support Technician
- Service Support Assistant
Opportunities exist in sectors such as residential HVAC, gas appliance installation, mechanical services, maintenance companies, and contracting firms.
Courses in this program:
- Safety, Tools, and Fuel Fundamentals
- Codes, Acts, and Regulations
- Piping, Tubing, and Appliance Installation
- Basic Electricity and Technical Interpretation
Program Outcomes
Core Competency:
Develop foundational knowledge of gas systems, safety practices, and industry standards.
Upon completion of this course participants will:
- Understand properties and safe handling of natural gas and propane
- Become familiar with workplace safety procedures and protective practices
- Understand relevant codes, acts, and regulations for gas work
- Learn basic piping, tubing, and appliance installation concepts
- Understand introductory electrical principles and system components
Skills
Core Competency:
Apply basic gas technician skills under supervision in real-world environments.
Upon completion of this course students will be able to:
- Apply safety practices when working with gas systems
- Use tools and equipment required for basic gas work
- Assist in installation and servicing of gas appliances
- Interpret basic technical manuals and schematics
- Support piping, tubing, and system setup activities
- Demonstrate effective workplace communication and teamwork
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Tools and Safety Equipment's
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Lesson 1.1Use a range of tools for working on gas-fired
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Lesson 1.2Introduction about the General Hand Tools
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Lesson 1.3Specialized Tools & Testing Instruments with Safety
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Lesson 1.4Policy regarding the provision of Tools and Safety Equipment
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Lesson 1.5Safety Equipment and Protocols
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Lesson 1.6Student assessment (Class Test)
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Fasteners, Tools and Testing Instruments
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Properties, Characteristics and safe handling of fuel gases
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Utilization codes, acts, and regulations
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Lesson 4.1Understanding of the Act, Codes and Regulations
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Lesson 4.2Describe the scope of the installation code
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Lesson 4.3Demonstrate an understanding of the Technical Standards and Safety Act – 2000
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Lesson 4.4Understanding of the Fuels Industry Regulation
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Lesson 4.5Student assessment (Class Test)
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Introduction to Electricity
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Lesson 5.1Recognize the need for safe working techniques and tool
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Lesson 5.2Lock-out and tagging procedures for electrical equipment
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Lesson 5.3Recognize the Federal, Provincial, Municipal and general codes and standards affecting electrical hook ups and disconnections
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Lesson 5.4Electricity hazards
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Lesson 5.5Troubleshoot electrical circuits
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Lesson 5.6Basic electrical theory and principal of magnetism
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Lesson 5.7Transformer basic theory and operation
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Lesson 5.8Identification of components of a simple electrical circuit
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Lesson 5.9Student assessment (Class Test)
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Technical Manuals, Specifications, Schematics, Drawings and Graphs
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Lesson 6.1Locate specific information in reference materials
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Lesson 6.2Selection of data on service (troubleshooting) charts
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Lesson 6.3Identify and choose correct data for the selection, sizing or checking of installed equipment or components
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Lesson 6.4Identify different types of drawings and components of drawings
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Lesson 6.5Student assessment (Class Test)
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Customer Relations
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Lesson 7.1Appliances handling techniques
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Lesson 7.2Professional behavior and attitudinal standards
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Lesson 7.3Safety concerns associated with using a customer’s tools
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Lesson 7.4Demonstrate how to identify different types of hostile customers and techniques for reducing their dissatisfaction
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Lesson 7.5Identify personal perceptions and misperceptions regarding cultural differences
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Introduction to Piping and Tubing Systems
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Lesson 8.1Understand the requirements for the installation of polyethylene pipe and 3.00 fittings
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Lesson 8.2Interpret codes as they apply to testing piping systems
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Lesson 8.3Identify types and uses of pipe hangers and supports
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Lesson 8.4Refer and identify locations for purge points
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Lesson 8.5Identify all types of water service piping and tubing material
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Lesson 8.6Identify the joining methods for water service piping and fittings
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Lesson 8.7Describe the reasons for corrosion protection for gas lines
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Lesson 8.8Explain method for protecting various piping and tubing materials, joints and fittings from corrosion
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Lesson 8.9Selection of gas piping and tubing
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Lesson 8.10Identify and select pipe fittings and valves
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Lesson 8.11Student assessment (Class Test)
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Introduction to Gas Appliances
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Lesson 9.1Explain the purpose of venting and ventilation
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Lesson 9.2Description of different types of gas vents
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Lesson 9.3Describe types, purpose, and operation of draft hoods
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Lesson 9.4Describe the effect of vent restrictions on appliance draft
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Lesson 9.5Identify and describe operating characteristics, features and methods of heat transfer of non-vented natural gas and propane appliances
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Lesson 9.6Identify burner classification, operation, applications and type
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Lesson 9.7Identify pilot classification
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Lesson 9.8Identify and describe different ignition types and operating characteristics
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Lesson 9.9Describe sensing methods
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Lesson 9.10Discuss requirements of natural and propane installation codes and manufactures instructions
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Lesson 9.11Venting system for the safe reactive pf an appliance
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Lesson 9.12Student assessment (Class Test)
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