Courses may include
These are some of the courses offered in this program. It is not a complete list and courses are subject to change in advance of the academic year.
Recognizing prior learning / transfer credits
If you have previous learning (course, employment, etc...) that's relevant to your program, you may be able to apply to earn credit. Not all programs are eligible. Learn about our recognizing prior learning (RPL) process.
COMM 1227 - Communications I
This course provides the student with an overview of the communication skills required by business and industry. Students will learn to apply these communication skills to be successful in their selected workplace setting.
COMM 1228 - Communications II
This course further develops essential communications skills with a focus on basic writing. This course provides the student with the opportunity to develop written work typical of the industry related to their program of study.
SAFE 1000 - Introduction to WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems)
This course offers learners basic overview of WHMIS principles and establishes a solid foundation to support workplace-specific training on the safe storage and handling of controlled/hazardous products. Upon successful completion of the course, students receive basic WHMIS certification.
SAFE 1001 - Introduction to NS OH&S Act
This course offers students an introduction to the Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) Act of Nova Scotia, which is required by any person employed in a Nova Scotia workplace. This is a generic, introductory course that provides basic knowledge of the Act for students and is considered to be the basis from which more specific training can be given.
SAFE 1020 - Safety Basics – Restricted Spaces
The learner is introduced to the basic requirements and procedures involved with working in restricted spaces. The definition and potential hazards of restricted spaces are discussed The course material is infused throughout the curriculum and may be delivered in the classroom, shop or other opportunity as designed and developed by the instructor.
SAFE 1021 - Safety Basics – Hazard Identification
The learners are introduced to the types of hazards encountered in workplaces and the approach that should be followed when recommending and implementing appropriate controls. Two key elements of Hazard Identification are addressed: Hazard Assessment and Inspection. The Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety Act is discussed. The course material is to be infused throughout the curriculum and may be delivered in the classroom, shop or other opportunity as designed and developed by the instructor.
SAFE 1023 - Safety Basics – Lock-out Tag Out
Lock-out Tag Out introduces students to the hazards related to energized systems and procedures to ensure worker safety. Related legislation and risk management is discussed and the student is exposed to the various types of lock-out devices. The course material is to be infused throughout the curriculum and may be delivered in the classroom, shop or other opportunity as designed and developed by the instructor.
SAFE 1024 - Safety Basics – Respiratory Protection
This course introduces students to the potential of atmospheric hazards in the workplace and the available personal protection and control methods to maintain a safe work environment. Discussion topics include identification and testing for atmospheric hazards and workplace respiratory programs. The course material is to be infused throughout the curriculum and may be delivered in the classroom, shop or other opportunity as designed and developed by the instructor.
SAFE 1025 - Certified Fall Arrest and Protection
This course provides participants with an understanding of the hazards associated with working from heights and compliance with Workplace Health and Safety Regulations (2013). Throughout the course, participants will gain experience in the donning of a harness, an overview and presentation of system components involved when working from heights and learn how to complete a fall calculation and emergency procedures.
SAPF 1000 - Safety, Tools, Equipment and Rigging
This course introduces safe work practices as outlined by WHMIS and OHS. Learners will have the opportunity to use trade tools and equipment and to practice tool safety. An emphasis will be given to construction and industrial safety practices when using equipment on the job site.
SAPF 1001 - Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Piping
This course introduces types of piping, their characteristics and use in the trade. Material addresses the selection of fittings and valves, calculation of fitting allowances, and hangers and supports used to install pipe.
SAPF 1004 - Introduction to Fuel/Electric Welding and Cutting
This course is designed to develop the skills to safely assemble, operate, disassemble and store oxy-fuel and electrical welding equipment. Learners will be introduced to welding codes and standards as well as oxy-fuel cutting processes.
SAPF 1005 - Blueprint Reading and Interpretation II
This course builds on the learning in Blueprint Reading and Interpretation I. Course material also introduces spool sheets and their use. Template development will be addressed as well as calculations required for piping and assembly.
SAPF 1006 - Introduction to Hydronic Heating
This course will introduce learners to residential heating systems and their components. Learners will read and apply manuals, drawings and manufacturing specifications.
SAPF 1007 - Introduction to Pipe Fabrication and Layout
This course applies learning in a variety of areas covered in the program. The course enables learners to fabricate piping systems required for industrial processes.
SAPF 1013 - Blueprint Reading and Interpretation I
This course introduces piping drawings and their use in the trade. Types of drawings are covered along with lines and piping symbols. Learners will have the opportunity to create sketches from drawings.
SAPF 1014 - Industrial Pipefitting
This course will focus on both new construction and maintenance of industrial piping installations. Quality control will be introduced along with additional piping materials. Learners will build on knowledge of rigging practices. This course emphasizes and reinforces safe practice.
SAPF 1015 - Piping Math I
This course will refresh basic mathematical skills and begin to introduce their application within the piping trades.
SAPF 1016 - Piping Math II
This course will refresh basic mathematical skills and begin to introduce their application within the piping trades.
SAPF 1100 - Work Experience
The work experience component provides the learner with an opportunity to apply new skills and concepts appropriate for entry-level positions within the occupation. Learners will assess their own performance and be evaluated by an industry partner. Learners will identify personal outcomes they wish to attain during the work experience and will keep a journal.
WORK 1100 - Workplace Mentoring I
This unit of instruction is designed to assist learners in managing their learning as an apprentice in the workplace. Learners will study their own experiences with learning new skills and identify their own learning preferences as an aid to developing learning strategies.
