About the Course
The Gas Technician program offered at the Niagara and Halton Skilled Trades Academies teaches the official TSSA curriculum, preparing students for the TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) Gas Fitter 3 and Gas Fitter 2 licensing examinations. This course is delivered through classroom lectures and practical hands-on learning to provide the theory and application of each element of the course. Evaluation is conducted through written and practical assignments and tests.
The Niagara and Halton Skilled Trades Academies are TSSA approved examination centres for the G3 and G2 licensing examinations.
Gas Technician Diploma course is approved as a vocational program under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005.
Cost
G3 – $2400.00*
G2 – $3415.00*
Full course – $5540*
** Does not include books, TSSA exam fee & application processing fee
Career Description
Gas fitters (licensed Gas Technicians) install, inspect, repair and maintain gas lines and gas equipment. This equipment ranges from meters, regulators, heating units, fireplaces, residential appliances, commercial appliances and large scale equipment and appliances in industrial establishments.
Transferrable Skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Self direction
- Customer service excellence
- Problem solving
Employability
The following are potential career options for graduates of the TSSA G3 and G2 licensing examinations.
- Gas Fitter
- Gas Customer Service Representative
- Gas Fitter Apprentice
- Gas Servicer
- Gas Technician
- Furnace Converter
- Gas Appliance Repairer/Services
- Gas Fitter Installer
- Gas Main Fitter
- Gas Pipefitter
- Industrial Gas Fitter
- Industrial Gas Services
- Mechanic – Gas Pipes
- Troubleshooter – Gas Works