- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This is a self-directed online course that follows the Refrigeration Safety Awareness (RSA) Syllabus set by Technical Safety BC (TSBC). No attendance is required; students study on their own and are provided with learning support upon request. At the end of the course students should be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of Refrigeration Safety Legislation, Refrigeration Systems, Safety Equipment and Safety Procedures. To qualify for the TSBC RSA certification exam candidates are required to complete a basic refrigeration plant safety program (BCIT course) and provide a signed letter from their work place chief engineer stating that the candidate has been instructed in safety procedures of the plant. Holders of RSA certificates of qualification are entitled to attend and monitor general supervision or risk assessed status refrigeration plants with a total plant capacity of 1000 kW or less of prime mover nameplate rating, named on the RSA certificates of qualification. The RSA certificate holders are also permitted to shut down the plant named on the certificate and initiate safety procedures when specifically trained and assigned to perform such tasks.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
0.0
Domestic fees
$680.24
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the course students will be able to demonstrate basic knowledge of:
- B.C. Refrigeration Safety Legislation
- Refrigeration Systems
- Safety Equipment in a refrigeration plant
- Safety procedures
- Prepared to write the BCSA examination for RSA certificate
Effective as of Fall 2014
Course Offerings
Spring/Summer 2025
Below is one offering of POWR 0143 for the Spring/Summer 2025 term.
CRN 63457
Dates
Jun 09 - Jun 27 Seats Available
- CRN 63457
- $680.24 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
---|---|---|---|
Jun 09 - Jun 27 | Mon - Fri | N/A | Online |
Duration
3 weeks
Instructor
Alex Podut
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- If you have any questions about this course, please contact the Program Assistant – PowerEngineering@bcit.ca Note: BCIT reserves the right to cancel courses. In the event of a course cancellation, you will be notified at least two business days prior to the course start. Please ensure that your contact information is current in your myBCIT.
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.