Course Overview
Prepares students to write the examination to qualify for the Gas Fitter "B" Certificate of Qualification and is a requirement of the BC Safety Authority. To become eligible to write the exam, approval from the BC Safety Authority is required and recommended before enrolling. A Provincial Class B Examination fee is additional. Passing grade is 70%.
Prerequisite(s)
- Student must be the holder of an industry training credential (TQ, IP) in plumbing, steam fitting, refrigeration or sprinkler fitting.
Credits
7.0
- Not offered this term
- This course is not offered this term. Notify me to receive email notifications when the course opens for registration next term.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, the student will be able to:
- Solve trades-related math problems
- Solve trades-related science problems
- Describe types of common fuel gases
- Size gas piping systems
- Determine inputs to burners
- Explain the requirements of combustion
- Explain gas burners
- Explain air requirements for gas appliances
- Explain venting systems
- Explain gas valve trains
- Explain gas regulators
- Explain basic electricity
- Explain control systems
- Explain appliance application, installation and light-up procedure
- Troubleshoot electrical circuits with meters and test lights
Effective as of Fall 2003
Related Programs
Domestic / Commercial Gas Fitter "B" Certificate of Qualification (PPGS 1150) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
School of Construction and the Environment
- Hydronic Technician
Associate Certificate Part-time
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