- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 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
$693.91
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
Fall 2025
Below is one offering of POWR 0143 for the Fall 2025 term.
CRN 41664
Dates
Nov 03 - Nov 21 Loading
- CRN 41664
- $693.91 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 03 - Nov 21 | N/A | 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 3.25 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. Please include your BCIT student ID (if you have one). 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
Winter 2026
Below are two offerings of POWR 0143 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 82150
Dates
Jan 19 - Feb 06 Loading
- CRN 82150
- $693.91 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19 - Feb 06 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
3 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- If you have any question about this course, please contact the Program Assistant: powerengineering@bcit.ca. All registered students will receive an email before the start date with instructions on how to access the course content. Please make sure you have updated your my.bcit.ca profile with an email address for us to contact you with. 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.
Status
CRN 82151
Dates
Mar 16 - Apr 03 Loading
- CRN 82151
- $693.91 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 16 - Apr 03 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
3 weeks
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Internet delivery format.
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- If you have any question about this course, please contact the Program Assistant: powerengineering@bcit.ca. All registered students will receive an email before the start date with instructions on how to access the course content. Please make sure you have updated your my.bcit.ca profile with an email address for us to contact you with. 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.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.