HVAC Trade Training Program

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HVAC Trade Training Program

Entry-level course with theory and hands-on labs.
Every Tuesday & Thursday from 6:00pm to 10:00pm (4-hr evening session)

This is an entry level introductory course for those who wish to explore and potentially seek a career in the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) industry. Students will participate in both theoretical classroom sessions and hands-on lab activities.

Program Eligibility

This program is exclusively available through Skills Council of Canada. Registration is required and applicants must be approved as space is limited. Applicants must be between the ages of 15-29 and a Canadian Citizen. There is no cost to the program thanks to the funding provided by the Ontario Government.
Start Date:
End Date:
July 2, 2024
August 22, 2024
Location:
JNSS - Brampton

Program Features

• In-depth exploration of specific topics
• Hands-on learning opportunities
• Knowledge sharing from industry experts
• Small group settings for personalized attention
• Access to modern workshop facilities

Benefits of Program

• Deep understanding of specific skills or topics
• Up-to-date knowledge and skills
• Insights from industry professionals
• Personalized learning experience
• Use of state-of-the-art facilities
This skilled training program keep individuals current in their field, enhance their skills, and offers deeper understanding of specific topics, making them more competitive in the job market.

Training Schedule

Introduction to the program
July 2, 2024
Day 1
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Course structure
  • Learning expectations
  • HVAC 101 & certification requirements in the trade
Properties of Fuels
July 4, 2024
Day 2
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • The origin, behavior, state and smell of natural gas and propane
  • Explain how the fuels interact with the air to produce a combustible mixture
  • Understand how energy is transformed
Combustion
July 9, 2024
Day 3
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Understand and identify the components of the combustion triangle and explain fuel/air ratio as well as limits of flammability
  • Identify Bunsen and luminous flames and explain how each is produced
  • Different types of fire extinguishers and proper use
  • Primary/secondary/excess air and the role of each
Safety, Trade Tools and Pipe Threading
July 11, 2024
Day 4
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Learn to identify hazards and potential hazards on and around a job site, how to develop strategies to mitigate risks
  • Proper reporting protocol for health and safety concerns
  • Identification and usage of various hand tools
  • Learn to cut, thread and ream gas pipe
  • Basic understanding of limited power tools
  • Proper usage of a U-tube manometer, tape measure and level
Electrical Safety and Personal Protective Equipment
July 16, 2024
Day 5
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Understand “hidden danger” of live electrical equipment
  • Lock out/tag out devices, procedure and documentation
  • Identify damaged cables and cords
  • Inspection, storage and maintenance procedures for extension cords
  • Types and proper use of PPE
  • Inspection of PPE
Electrical Theory
July 18, 2024
Day 6
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Basic electrical fundamentals and terminology: electron, proton & neutron
  • Learn to set and use a multimeter to measure voltage, resistance and current
  • Identify and explain the function of the parts of a circuit and fuses or circuit breakers
Electrical Application
July 23, 2024
Day 7
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Identify various types of cables and their applications
  • Learn to assemble a simple wiring project, identify the parts and predict its behavior
  • Proper wiring methods
  • Explain gauge number and its application
  • Distinguish line and load
Appliances
July 25, 2024
Day 8
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Identify various gas appliances and their purposes
  • Lighting and startup procedures for appliances
  • Identify and understand information found on appliance rating plates
Air Conditioning and the Refrigeration Cycle
July 30, 2024
Day 9
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Learn to draw a refrigeration cycle, identify its components and describe the function of each part
  • Describe the condition of the refrigerant in all parts of the cycle
Refrigerants and Refrigeration Safety
August 1, 2024
Day 10
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Types of refrigerants and their application
  • Refrigerant safety and awareness
  • Relationship between temperature, pressure and boiling point
  • How to calculate superheat and subcooling
Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Equipment
August 6, 2024
Day 11
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Identifying different types of appliances and their application
  • Identifying components of an air conditioning appliance
  • Startup procedures for appliances
Air Flow and Air Moving Devices
August 8, 2024
Day 12
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Understand airflow in an HVAC System
  • Explain the effects and improper air flow
  • Understand how heat is absorbed and rejected
Installation and Equipment Setup
August 13, 2024
Day 13
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Identifying and installing components to make a complete HVAC system
  • Start-up and proper operation of an HVAC system
Service and Troubleshooting
August 15, 2024
Day 14
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Understanding sequence of operation natural gas appliances
  • Understanding sequence of operation of air conditioning appliances
  • Identifying the most common problems and solutions with HVAC equipment and air flow
Brazing, Soldering and Flaring
August 20, 2024
Day 15
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Soldering copper pipe
  • Flaring copper pipe
  • Brazing copper pipe
Wrap Up and Graduation Celebration
August 22, 2024
Day 16
6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
  • Pizza night
  • HiMark experts panel – what’s next for you?
  • Graduation & certificate presentation