Course details
Provides both the theory and hands-on training required to conduct hearing tests on noise-exposed workers in industry, counsel workers on the results of their hearing tests and advise workers about hearing protection. After successfully completing this four-day classroom course, qualified students are eligible to be authorized by the BC Workers' Compensation Board as an industrial audiometric technician in BC.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
2.5
Cost
$1,034.27
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2023
Below are two offerings of OCHS 3330 for the Spring/Summer 2023 term.
CRN 56355
Duration
Tue Apr 11 - Fri Apr 14 (4 days)
- 4 days
- CRN 56355
- $1034.27
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 11 - Apr 14 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | 08:00 - 16:30 | Burnaby NW04 Rm. 1072 |
| Apr 11 - Apr 14 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | 08:00 - 16:30 | Burnaby NW04 Rm. 1076 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$1034.27
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
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THIS COURSE IS NOT ONLINE. Location: BCIT BURNABY Campus, Building NW4, Rooms 1072 & 1076. This is an intensive 4-day course held April 11 - 14, 2023 from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Tuesday - Friday). Course materials are included and will be handed out in class. RECOMMENDED PRE-READING: "Sound Advice - a Guide to Hearing Conservation Programs" at: www.worksafebc.com/en/resources/health-safety/books-guides/sound-advice-a-guide-to-hearing-conservation-programs. IMPORTANT: Expect to spend a few additional hours each evening on course work. To register by phone, call Student Information & Enrollment Services (SIES) at 604-434-1610 / 1-866-434-1610 (option 2 - 'Part-Time Studies Registration'). Online information is available to assist you in spending a few days at the BCIT Burnaby Campus - including DIRECTIONS, CAMPUS MAP, PARKING and FOOD SERVICES. For Part-Time Studies Sponsorship Information please refer to the following link: www.bcit.ca/admission/tuition-fees/sponsorship Please note that students must register themselves and have their employer email the sponsorship paperwork with 24 hours of registration to sponsorship@bcit.ca or they risk being dropped for non-payment. Check out the following websites: Campus map + directions at www.bcit.ca/about/locations Parking (including rates) at www.bcit.ca/parking Food services at www.bcit.ca/foodservices. For further information, contact Kathy White, OH&S Program Assistant at 604-432-8456 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8456 or Kathy_White@bcit.ca. ***** NOTE: Industrial Audiometric Technician (IAP) certification information is available on the WorkSafe BC website at www.worksafebc.com/en/health-safety/education-training-certification/industrial-audiometric-technician or you can email: industrialaudiometrics@worksafebc.com
Status
CRN 52065
Duration
Mon May 15 - Thu May 18 (4 days)
- 4 days
- CRN 52065
- $1034.27
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 15 - May 18 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | 08:00 - 16:30 | Burnaby NE22 Rm. 105 |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Cost
$1034.27
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
-
THIS COURSE IS NOT ONLINE. Location: BCIT BURNABY Campus, Building NE22, Room 105. This is an intensive 4-day course held May 15 - 18, 2023 from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (Monday - Thursday). Course materials are included and will be handed out in class. RECOMMENDED PRE-READING: "Sound Advice - a Guide to Hearing Conservation Programs" at: www.worksafebc.com/en/resources/health-safety/books-guides/sound-advice-a-guide-to-hearing-conservation-programs. IMPORTANT: Expect to spend a few additional hours each evening on course work. To register by phone, call Student Information & Enrollment Services (SIES) at 604-434-1610 / 1-866-434-1610 (option 2 - 'Part-Time Studies Registration'). Online information is available to assist you in spending a few days at the BCIT Burnaby Campus - including DIRECTIONS, CAMPUS MAP, PARKING and FOOD SERVICES. For Part-Time Studies Sponsorship Information please refer to the following link: www.bcit.ca/admission/tuition-fees/sponsorship Please note that students must register themselves and have their employer email the sponsorship paperwork with 24 hours of registration to sponsorship@bcit.ca or they risk being dropped for non-payment. Check out the following websites: Campus map + directions at www.bcit.ca/about/locations Parking (including rates) at www.bcit.ca/parking Food services at www.bcit.ca/foodservices. For further information, contact Kathy White, OH&S Program Assistant at 604-432-8456 / 1-800-663-6542, ext. 8456 or Kathy_White@bcit.ca. ***** NOTE: Industrial Audiometric Technician (IAP) certification information is available on the WorkSafe BC website at www.worksafebc.com/en/health-safety/education-training-certification/industrial-audiometric-technician or you can email: industrialaudiometrics@worksafebc.com
Status
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Verify the need for hearing conservation programs.
- Conduct industrial hearing tests.
- Counsel workers regarding their hearing test results.
- Advise workers regarding hearing protection.
- Maintain facility of testing.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2023
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