Building Systems Engineering Technician
Study location | Canada, Ontario, Toronto |
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Type | Diploma, College |
Nominal duration | 2 years, includes 1 Optional Work term |
Study language | English |
Course code | BTS |
Tuition fee | CA$17,338 per year The fees are for the 2024–2025 academic year and include tuition (CA$15,619), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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Registration fee | CA$390 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$90) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). Please REVIEW the EdviseCanada`s fee policy. |
Accommodation fee | CA$1,800 per month The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.
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Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents):
The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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Language requirements | English If you are not coming from a country where English is the primary language, you must provide proof of English proficiency in one of the following ways:
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Overview
In this two-year diploma program, you will use building systems software to learn leading theory and practice for heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, air handling, electricity and control systems. You will learn the principles of energy efficiency, including the exploration of emerging renewable energy technologies, which are a major component.
Skills
Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
- Theory and practice of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, air handling, electricity and control systems
- Awareness of environmental considerations
- Energy efficiency principles
- Building system software
Professional Certifications
- Building Environmental System (BES™) Operator Class II
- BES™ Operator Class I
In one of the following areas:
- Pipe system design
- Air System design
- Hospital building systems
Optional Work Term
Students meeting all academic requirements may have the opportunity to complete an optional work term(s) in a formal work environment. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and typically involves full-time work hours that may be paid or unpaid. In programs with limited work term opportunities, additional academic requirements and a passing grade on a communication assessment may be required for eligibility. Eligibility for participation does not guarantee a work position will be secured. Additional fees are required for those participating in the optional work term stream regardless of success in securing a work position.
Career opportunities
When you graduate from this program, these are the types of career options that you can explore:
- Building systems engineering technician
- Energy system operations practitioner
- Energy systems operator
- Energy auditor
- Facility operator and maintenance manager
- Waterworks and gas maintenance worker