Facilities Technician

  • Program Title: Facilities Technician
    Credential: Diploma
    Delivery: Online
    Program Length: 3 Semesters (One year)
    Program Availability: Full time or Part time
    Offered: This program is available starting every Monday.

    Program Description


    This program offers online theory and hands‐on practical training.  It is designed for trades people who are interested in general building and facilities maintenance systems.

    Students have a total of fifty-two (52) weeks to complete their program requirements, starting from the date of their first course.

    Learning Outcomes


    Upon successful completion of the program the student will be able to:

    1. Perform preventive maintenance
    2. Operate, monitors and performs routine maintenance on air conditioning and ventilation systems
    3. Operate, troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on air compressors
    4. Operate, troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on chillers and refrigeration systems
    5. Operate, monitor and perform routine maintenance on water treatment systems
    6. Inspect and verify fire suppression and sprinkler systems
    7. Inspect, test and verify emergency power and lighting systems
    8. Operate, monitor and perform routine maintenance on heating systems.
    9. Operate, troubleshoot and perform routine maintenance on pumps and pumping systems
    10. Operate, monitor and perform routine maintenance on low pressure boilers
    11. Operate electrical systems
    12. Perform routine maintenance on fume hoods
    13. Operate and perform routine maintenance on control systems and instrumentation
    14. Inspect and monitor plumbing systems.
    15. Monitor and analyze utility consumption

    Your Career


    A Facilities Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for the maintenance, inspection and repair of the inside, outside and exterior areas around large buildings and complexes (including the roof), as well as the various systems within the facility, including ventilating, humidifier and air conditioning,  water and water treatment, heating and electrical systems.

    A Facilities Technician checks and inspects fire safety equipment and performs grounds maintenance as well as maintenance around the inside, outside and exterior of smaller sized apartment buildings. A Facilities Technician monitors and operates electrical and plumbing systems and inspects and verifies emergency power, fire suppression and sprinkler systems, in addition to the above duties.

  • Admission Requirements


    College Eligibility

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; OR
    • Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) Certificate; OR
    • General Educational Development (GED); OR
    • Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program).

    Call the Admissions Office at 1 (800) 267-2577 for more details. Academic prerequisites for this program may be obtained free of charge through Academic Upgrading.

    Application Process
    Program intake – Apply to this program by visiting our Registration page. If you are entering into this program as a mature student please attach your resume when submitting your registration information online.

  • Courses


    Safety and Tools
    Communications
    Occupational Calculations
    Plumbing 1
    Facilities Maintenance I
    Electricity
    Blueprint Practices
    Brazing and Welding
    Heating Systems 1
    Compressed Air Systems
    Pumping Systems
    Plumbing 2
    Electrical Systems
    Fire and Emergency Systems
    Water Treatment
    Preventative Maintenance
    Air Conditioning and Ventilation 1
    Heating Systems 2
    Air Conditioning and Ventilation 2
    Chiller Systems and Refridgeration
    Low Pressure Boilers
    Sensing Devices
    Power and Utilities Management
    Project Management

    Every attempt is made to ensure the accuracy of information provided on our website. The College reserves the right to modify any course, program, curriculum, fee, timetable, or campus location at any time.

    Register for this course.

  • Course Descriptions


    Safety and Tools

    Number: 1.1
    Title: Safety and Tools
    Duration: 30 Total Hours
    Theory: 25 hours Practical: 5 hours
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to explain the health hazards and safety risks that are present on the job site and equip themselves for personal protection and general safety. The apprentice is also able to select, use, and maintain hand and power tools.

    Communications

    Number: 1.2
    Title: Communications
    Duration: 24 Total Hours
    Theory: 18 hours Practical: 6 hours
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to demonstrate a general knowledge of business and communicate in writing by preparing basic business documents, writing reports, maintaining service documents, and preparing work orders. The apprentice is able to perform computer operations in the preparation of these basic business documents. The apprentice is also able to communicate orally, liaising with staff, tenants, and contractors and demonstrates human relation skills in the process.

    Occupational Calculations

    Number: 1.3
    Title: Occupational Calculations
    Duration: 18 Total Hours
    Theory: 18 hours Practical: 0
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to solve trade related calculations and problems involving basic arithmetic, geometry and mathematical functions.

    Plumbing 1

    Number: 1.4
    Title: Plumbing 1
    Duration: 36 Total Hours
    Theory: 24 Practical: 12
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to install and maintain plumbing fixtures by accessing the plumbing code, reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics, identifying and locating defective area of plumbing system, inspecting water drains, and performing routine maintenance.

    Facilities Maintenance 1

    Number: 1.5
    Title: Facilities Maintenance 1
    Duration: 48 Total Hours
    Theory: 24 hours Practical: 24 hours
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot building envelope by accessing information; conducting visual and physical inspection; repairing/replacing doors/components and windows/components; planning and estimating replacement paint and wall coverings; preparing wall surfaces; applying paint and wall coverings; maintaining ceilings, interior surfaces, exterior brickwork, masonry, cladding, wall appendages, and floor coverings; performing general cleaning procedures; and performing scheduled maintenance on overhead suspended equipment. The apprentice is also able to perform grounds maintenance by accessing information; conducting a visual and physical inspection of exterior grounds; cleaning up grounds; maintaining ground facilities, lawn and garden equipment; maintaining lawns, plants, trees, flora, and shrubs; inspecting, maintaining, and testing irrigation systems, and inspecting and maintaining playground equipment.

    Electricity

    Number: 1.6
    Title: Electricity
    Duration: 42 Total Hours
    Theory: 30 hours Practical: 12 hours
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect and maintain electrical systems by accessing information, reading and interpreting blueprints and shop drawings, inspecting electrical systems and components, maintaining breakers and fuses (maximum of 240 volts), and maintaining 120 volts, single phase electrical components and devices.

    Blueprint Practices

    Number: 1.7
    Title: Blueprint Practices
    Duration: 18 Total Hours
    Theory: 12 hours Practical: 6 hours
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to
    inspect and maintain electrical systems by accessing information, reading and
    interpreting blueprints and shop drawings, inspecting electrical systems and
    components, maintaining breakers and fuses (maximum of 240 volts), and
    maintaining 120 volts, single phase electrical components and devices.

    Brazing and Welding

    Number: 1.8
    Title: Brazing and Welding
    Duration: 24 Total Hours
    Theory: 12 hours Practical 12 hours
    Prerequisites: None
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to set up and operate oxyacetylene and arc welding equipment. The apprentice will prepare weld surfaces, weld, then disconnect and store welding equipment.

    Heating Systems 1

    Number: 2.1
    Title: Heating Systems 1
    Duration: 30 Total Hours
    Theory: 20 hours Practical: 10 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot heating systems by accessing information, reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics, monitoring and recording gauge readings, checking system and components, maintaining controls and thermostats, checking and maintaining pumps and motors, and preparing for on-site inspections.

    Compressed Air Systems

    Number: 2.2
    Title: Compressed Air Systems
    Duration: 24 Total Hours
    Theory: 18 hours Practical: 6 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate, troubleshoot and maintain air compressors by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprint, shop drawings and schematics; performing inspection of compressors and blowing down receivers; maintaining pneumatic systems and components; and coordinating the inspection of Pressure Vessels.

    Pumping Systems

    Number: 2.3
    Title: Pumping Systems
    Duration: 24 Hours Total
    Theory: 16 hours Practical: 8 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate, troubleshoot and maintain pumps and pumping systems by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings and schematics; performing inspections; troubleshooting pumping systems pumps and components; and performing system shut down and start up procedures.

    Plumbing 2

    Number: 2.4
    Title: Plumbing 2
    Duration: 30 Hours Total
    Theory: 20 hours Practical: 10 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate, inspect and monitor plumbing systems and components by accessing information, reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings, and schematics; troubleshooting and maintaining plumbing systems and components; and responding to emergency situations.

    Electrical Systems

    Number: 2.5
    Title: Electrical Systems
    Duration: 30 Hours Total
    Theory: 20 hours Practical: 10 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.6, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate single phase electrical systems by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings and schematics; resetting and/or shutting down electrical systems and components; coordinating electrical repairs; and maintaining electrical motor components.

    Fire and Emergency Systems

    Number: 2.6
    Title: Fire and Emergency Systems
    Duration: 30 Total Hours
    Theory: 20 hours Practical: 10 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.6, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect and verify all fire suppression, containment and sprinkler systems by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings and schematics; inspecting wet and dry sprinkler system and components; checking carbon dioxide, dry or wet chemical systems; checking fire fighting equipment; and maintaining fire separation doors, ventilation, fire damper, and fire panels. The apprentice is also able to inspect, test and verify emergency power and lighting systems by accessing information, testing and maintaining battery powered systems, inspecting generator powered systems, and coordinating seasonal maintenance schedule.

    Water Treatment

    Number: 2.7
    Title: Water Treatment
    Duration: 18 Total Hours
    Theory: 12 hours Practical: 6 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect and maintain water treatment systems by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics; identifying, monitoring, and maintaining chemical balance of water system; and checking and maintaining components of water treatment system. The apprentice is also able to operate, monitor and maintain domestic water treatment systems, and heating and cooling water systems.

    Preventative Maintenance

    Number: 2.8
    Title: Preventive Maintenance
    Duration: 18 Total Hours
    Theory: 15 hours Practical: 3 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.5, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to perform preventive and predictive maintenance procedures by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings and schematics; analyzing, planning, preparing and performing preventive maintenance duties; and coordinating outside contractors for inspections and corrective work.

    Air Conditioning and Ventilation 1

    Number: 2.9
    Title: Air Conditioning and Ventilation 1
    Duration: 36 Total Hours
    Theory: 24 hours Practical: 12 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot ventilation system by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics; inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining ventilation systems and components; checking and cleaning ductwork and grills; inspecting and maintaining humidifier systems; and performing scheduled preventive maintenance procedures. The apprentice is also able to inspect and maintain air conditioning systems by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics; opening and unsealing window/wall units; maintaining system; monitoring and recording gauge readings; inspecting, cleaning, and winterizing coolant towers; adjusting and monitoring chemical feed pumps; checking for refrigerant leakage; closing in and sealing window or wall units; and preparing and assisting in start-up and shutdown procedures.

    Heating Systems 2

    Number: 2.9
    Title: Air Conditioning and Ventilation 1
    Duration: 36 Total Hours
    Theory: 24 hours Practical: 12 hours
    Prerequisites: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.7
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect, maintain and troubleshoot ventilation system by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics; inspecting, troubleshooting, and maintaining ventilation systems and components; checking and cleaning ductwork and grills; inspecting and maintaining humidifier systems; and performing scheduled preventive maintenance procedures. The apprentice is also able to inspect and maintain air conditioning systems by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics; opening and unsealing window/wall units; maintaining system; monitoring and recording gauge readings; inspecting, cleaning, and winterizing coolant towers; adjusting and monitoring chemical feed pumps; checking for refrigerant leakage; closing in and sealing window or wall units; and preparing and assisting in start-up and shutdown procedures.

    Air Conditioning and Ventilation 2

    Number: 3.2
    Title: Air Conditioning and Ventilation 2
    Duration: 48 Total Hours
    Theory: 36 hours Practical: 12 hours
    Prerequisites: 2.8, 2.9
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to inspect and maintain air conditioning system by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics; opening and unsealing window/wall units; maintaining system; monitoring and recording gauge readings; inspecting, cleaning and winterizing cooling tower; adjusting and monitoring chemical feeds and balances; checking for refrigerant leakage; closing in and sealing window/wall units; and, preparing and assisting in start-up and shut down procedures.
    The apprentice is also able to operate, monitor and maintain air conditioning and ventilation systems; perform inspections; coordinate seasonal maintenance schedules; read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings to analyze malfunctioning systems.

    Chiller Systems and Refridgeration

    Number: 3.3
    Title: Chiller Systems and Refrigeration
    Duration: 48 Total Hours
    Theory: 36 hours Practical: 12 hours
    Prerequisites: 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.7, 2.8
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot chiller and refrigeration systems by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings and schematics; coordinating and assisting in seasonal maintenance schedule; maintaining chiller system and components; and monitoring and recording chiller and refrigeration operations.

    Low Pressure Boilers

    Number: 3.4
    Title: Low Pressure Boilers
    Duration: 36 Total Hours
    Theory: 24 hours Practical: 12 hours
    Prerequisites: 2.3, 2.4, 2.7, 2.8
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate and monitor low pressure boilers by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings and schematics; maintaining low pressure boiler controls and safety devices; inspecting condition of both the combustion and water side of boiler, boiler shell and setting refractory.

    Sensing Devices

    Number: 3.5
    Title: Sensing Devices
    Duration: 30 Total Hours
    Theory: 21 hours Practical: 9 hours
    Prerequisites: 2.2, 2.5, 2.8, 2.9
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate and maintain control systems and instrumentation by accessing information; reading and interpreting blueprints, shop drawings and schematics; operating building control system; troubleshooting control system operations; and maintaining control system and system components.

    Power and Utilities Management

    Number: 3.6
    Title: Power and Utilities Management
    Duration: 30 Total Hours
    Theory: 24 hours Practical: 6 hours
    Prerequisites: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 2.7, 2.8, 2.9
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to operate, monitor and analyze utility consumption by accessing information, reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics, recording, annualizing, and monitoring readings.

    Project Management

    Number: 3.7
    Title: Project Management
    Duration: 18 Total Hours
    Theory: 18 hours Practical: 0 hours
    Prerequisites: 2.8
    Co-requisites: None

    Upon successful completion of the reportable subject, the apprentice is able to demonstrate organizational skills, manage trades people, monitor contractors, ensure adherence to relevant codes, prepare and maintain records, prepare budgets, and track costs.

  • Fees & Expenses


    Fees Apply for this Academic Year.

    • Registration: $100.00
    • Textbooks: $1025.00
    • Shipping: $61.00
    • Tuition: $7,814.00

    Total Tuition & Fees: $9,000.00

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