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Canadian Firearms Safety: Non-Restricted Firearms
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Learn safe handling of all common firearms along with how to collect history on a gun and safe shooting techniques. This course is required to apply for your Possession & Acquisition License (PAL). Open to ages 12 and up. Youth may require parental support to complete the course. Pick up your manual before class to pre-read. Bring photo ID.
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Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance 1 (Full Course)
This six-week program provides hands-on training for all skill levels and is taught by industry professionals. Branch into a new career or upgrade your knowledge in the facilities maintenance industry. Course includes one week for each of the following: General Facilities Maintenance Overview, Roofing, Carpentry, Flooring, HVAC & Plumbing.
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Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance 2: General Facilities Maintenance
In this 30-hour theory and practical course, students will learn about the industry and practice skills and safety procedures. Some topic areas will include basic trade terminology, using measuring and testing devices, safe use of ladders/scaffolding/platforms, fire safety and reading blueprints.
Certificates included in this course are WHMIS and Asbestos Awareness. This course is recommended for people new to facilities maintenance roles.
Students will learn about topics in relation to facilities maintenance type work: WorksafeBC Regulations, About the industry, Terminology, Safe work procedures, and PPE, Hand and shop tools, Measuring and testing devices, Ladders, Scaffolding & Platforms, Asbestos Awareness Certificate (online), Mold Awareness, Fire & Life Safety Systems, Blueprints, WHMIS Certificate (online)
Course Completion
Students who attend 100% of the course and achieve a minimum of 70% on assignments, practical and written assessments will receive a certificate of completion for this course. Students who successfully complete all 6 courses of the Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance will receive a program certificate of completion.
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Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance 3: Roofing Care & Maintenance
This 30-hour theory and practical course will provide understanding in the terminology and materials for basic roof care and maintenance, learn how to spot building problems and the roofing areas that require yearly attention to achieve a water-tight envelope. Increased understanding and application of practical skills and safety procedures. Learn about different roof types and slope differences.
Certificate included in this course is Fall Protection.
In this course students will learn about: Safety, Roofing products, Trouble shooting, Fall protection certificate, Roofing maintenance and basic repair, Maintenance for flat roofs, Maintenance for sloped roofs.
Course Completion
Students who attend 100% of the course and achieve a minimum of 70% on assignments, practical and written assessments will receive a certificate of completion for this course. Students who successful complete all 6 courses of the Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance will receive a program certificate of completion.
This instructor, Mike Sjouwerman, has 35 years of roofing, he has worked on many projects, of many sizes, from a Home Depot, to a town house complex, to a single-family home. Mike has in depth knowledge of roofing and many years of experience, including frontline roofing and repair, being maintenance superintendent for roofing repair and a production crew foreperson.
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Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance 4: HVAC Care and Maintenance
In this 30-hour theory and practical course, students will learn about HVAC systems, safety procedures, thermostats and control systems, maintenance processes, theory of hydronics, forced air ventilation, air movement and balancing, duct work design and parts, troubleshooting, fan and air handlers, gas and electric furnaces and air conditioning.
Students will learn to describe the components of an HVAC system & the appropriate tools to use; inspect furnace/thermostats/pumps/boilers/air handlers for periodic maintenance; troubleshoot basic air handling systems (unregulated) and understand when to call a contractor.
Course Completion
Students who attend 100% of the course and achieve a minimum of 70% on assignments, practical and written assessments will receive a certificate of completion for this course. Students who successful complete all 6 courses of the Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance will receive a program certificate of completion.
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Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance 5: Carpentry Basics
In this 30-hour theory and practical course students will learn basic carpentry knowledge and skills. Students will learn safety skills, theory behind carpentry and practical skills to complete carpentry tasks. This course is an introductory course and provides individuals with an opportunity to explore this trade. This experience will help you prepare for a Facilities Maintenance position.
In this course, students will learn basic carpentry skills, how to safely use carpentry tools, learn carpentry trades math, about important structural components in houses and decks, about cladding, trim, gutters and perimeter drainage, how to identify rot issues and infestation problems, the causes and how to repair them, how to repair cabinets, countertops, shelving and interior moulding, how to apply personal safety to ensure a safe working environment.
Students will work with: SPF (spruce, pine, fir) building material to construct stairs and walls, appropriate material to repair drywall damage.
Students will have an introduction to the BC Building Code and WorkSafe BC, repairing and installing doors and windows, concrete work including preparing forms and repairing damaged concrete.
Course Completion
Students who attend 100% of the course and achieve a minimum of 70% on assignments, practical and written assessments will receive a certificate of completion for this course. Students who successful complete all 6 courses of the Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance will receive a program certificate of completion.
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Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance 6: Plumbing Repair and Maintenance
In this 30-hr theory and practical course, students will learn basic plumbing knowledge and skills in relation to facilities maintenance tasks.
Topics include: basic plumbing tools and safe use, plumbing materials and regulations, using materials: copper, plastic, black iron and cast iron, valve maintenance and repair, fixtures and trim, hot water tanks and components and mechanical systems such as water meters, bypass systems and boilers.
In this course, students will: identify plumbing materials and troubleshoot supply and drainage problems, assess and complete common repairs to water closets, sinks and faucets and hot water tanks for a satisfied customer, identify components of water supply and boiler systems and their purpose, determine when repairs require a journeyperson or licensed contractor.
Course Completion
Students who attend 100% of the course and achieve a minimum of 70% on assignments, practical and written assessments will receive a certificate of completion for this course. Students who successful complete all 6 courses of the Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance will receive a program certificate of completion.
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Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance 7: Flooring Care and Maintenance
In this 30-hour theory and practical Flooring Care & Maintenance Course, students will learn tips and tricks for the care and maintenance of different types of flooring. Workshop included in this course is Floor Care.
In this course, students will: Review necessary tools, glues and patching compound for flooring installation and how to apply them to Marmoleum, PVC and Corlon. Residential Carpet and Lino can be included, Identification and troubleshooting of flooring problems, learning how to repair when appropriate, Understanding the types of jobs that require a professional.
Students will learn about: Safety Equipment & Potential Hazards, Materials & Troubleshooting, Floor Patching Compounds & Tools, Rubber Base, Floor Care (2hrs), Sub-Flooring Overview, PVC & Linoleum: Glue, Tools & Installation, Grooving Seams, Welding & Shaving Tools, Floor Removal & Preparation, Installation & Welding PVC Material, Installation of Residential Lino/Carpet & Repair (if needed), VCT: Vinyl Tile Composite, Troubleshooting.
Course Completion
Students who attend 100% of the course and achieve a minimum of 70% on assignments, practical and written assessments will receive a certificate of completion for this course. Students who successful complete all 6 courses of the Core Skills for Facilities Maintenance will receive a program certificate of completion.
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Core Skills for Refrigeration Occupations: Part 1
This course is designed to provide information and to introduce you to many aspects of legislation, refrigeration principals, terminology, psychrometric principals of refrigeration, construction trades and fluid pumps. The course is divided into five modules, which include videos, readings and assignments.
This course contains five separate modules to provide or build upon student's knowledge and base fundamentals in the refrigeration operator stream of power engineering regulated by Technical Safety BC in the Province of BC.
NOTE: Tuition for this online course is non-refundable or transferable.
Intakes are continuous, however we can only post one month at a time. Students are provided 30 days from the time of registration to complete the course. Upon registration, the instructor will contact students to provide a link and access key to the course.
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more.
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Core Skills for Refrigeration Occupations: Part 2
This course is designed to provide information and to introduce you to valves, lubrication, air compression, first aid, safety, fire extinguishers, commonly used refrigerants, impacts of certain refrigerants on the environment, refrigeration systems and refrigeration system components.
NOTE: Tuition for this online course is non-refundable or transferable.
Intakes are continuous, however we can only post one month at a time. Students are provided 30 days from the time of registration to complete the course. Upon registration, the instructor will contact students to provide a link and access key to the course.
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more.
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Core Skills for Refrigeration Occupations: Part 3
This course is designed to provide information and to introduce you to many aspects of refrigeration metering devices, refrigeration accessories, system controls, refrigeration system startup and operation, maintenance of systems, humidification, coils, air conditioning systems and operation, design drawing and safety.
NOTE: Tuition for this online course is non-refundable or transferable.
Intakes are continuous, however we can only post one month at a time. Students are provided 30 days from the time of registration to complete the course. Upon registration, the instructor will contact students to provide a link and access key to the course.
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more.
Visit our registration page for course locations, times and fees.
Core Skills for Refrigeration Occupations: Part 4
This course is designed to meet the practical lab exercise requirements to meet the practical qualifying experience as described in the B.C. Power Engineers, Boiler, Pressure Vessel and Refrigeration Safety Regulation (TSBC).
These practical lab exercises are not supported directly by your textbooks, yet you may reference your textbooks to assist you in being successful. Using the knowledge you have obtained, you will be challenged to review seven separate practical lab exercises in:
- System design drawings
- Safe work practices
- Industrial refrigeration systems (This exercise will require access to a refrigeration plant. If you do not have access to a plant, contact your instructor to discuss alternate options.)
- Air conditioning systems
- Plumbing systems
- Electrical systems
- Pumps and compressors
NOTE: Tuition for this online course is non-refundable or transferable.
Intakes are continuous, however we can only post one month at a time. Students are provided 30 days from the time of registration to complete the course. Upon registration, the instructor will contact students to provide a link and access key to the course.
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more.
Visit our registration page for course locations, times and fees.
Core Skills for Refrigeration Occupations: Part 5 Final Exam
Intakes are continuous, however we can only post one month at a time. Students are provided 30 days from the time of registration to complete the course. Upon registration, the instructor will contact students to provide a link and access key to the course.
This course qualifies for the StrongerBC future skills grant. You could be eligible for up to $3,500 toward tuition. Find out more.
Visit our registration page for course locations, times and fees.
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Hunter Training (CORE)
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The Conservation and Outdoor Recreation Education (CORE) program is British Columbia’s hunter education program. The BC Wildlife Federation (BCWF) operates the CORE Program on behalf of the Ministry of Forests, Lands, and Natural Resource Operations. The CORE course covers safe firearms handling, conservation, ethics, law & regulations, first aid & survival, and bird and animal identification. This course is required for BC residents 18+ years to obtain a BC Hunting Licence.
The CORE includes both a practical firearm handling test, and a written exam. We strongly encourage students to pre-read the manual as well as complete the chapter reviews for the greatest likelihood of passing examinations.
The course fee includes tuition and one exam attempt. Manuals and BCWF licence fees are extra.
Youth: BCWF allows children as young as 10 to take the course, however, we request that a paying adult accompany children under the age of 14 years as the days are long and the student may need assistance with reading and comprehension of course materials. Regardless of age, all students receive the same examination. Parents are not allowed to assist with examinations. The course reading and comprehension level is a minimum of grade eight and in English. (Access more information about reading and comprehension minimum of grade eight.)
Student Requirements
- Pick up manuals ahead of time to pre-read. Review the chapter tests to assess knowledge before course attendance.
- Photo ID is required to be presented at the start of the course.
- Upon successful completion of the course, students will be provided with the documentation that they then must submit to BCWF along with $30 to obtain their license.
- Students from outside BC must show proof of 6 months of residency to obtain a BC hunting licence.
* Note: The practical exam may be waived with proof of a successful Canadian Firearms Exam Course Report. (Please note: a PAL is no longer accepted as proof of passing the Firearms Course.)
Learn more about the BCWF CORE Hunter process.
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