Pre-Apprenticeship Oil Burner Mechanic (Gasfitter)

This OBM Pre-employment program is a multi-disciplinary syllabus that runs for 8 months. The program aims to give students the knowledge, skills and confidence required to enter into an Apprenticeship Program as Oil Burner Mechanic or to pursue other Arctic College programs. Graduates of this course will be offered the opportunity to challenge the Oil Burner Mechanic Apprenticeship Level 1 exam. Students will train with a variety of tools, techniques, and materials in well-equipped shops.

Trades related Math, Science and Communications forms a significant part of the curriculum. The program’s academic and technical training ensures students are able to apply theoretical knowledge to practical application.  Pre-employment programs integrate Guiding Principles of Inuit Quajimaningit and recognizes the value of collaborative learning environments unique to Nunavut.

Admission Requirements

In order to enter this program, applicants must have the following education:

  • High school diploma including a minimum of English 13, Math 10 and 3 credits in Science
  • Must have passed the Trades Entrance Cluster 4 Exam  or have scored 60% on the Nunavut Arctic College Trades Exam

Or, as Mature Student:

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years old and have been out of school for at least one school year
  • Must have passed the Trades Entrance Cluster 4 Exam or have scored 60% on the Nunavut Arctic College Trades Exam

Additionally:

  • A level 140 College placement exam is required for all students entering this program.
  • Full participation requires individuals to be  physically capable of performing the work
  • Additionally, all students must meet, at minimum, a College level 140 standing as determined by a placement test.

Certification

Oil Burner Mechanic Pre-Apprenticeship, Certificate of Achievement, Nunavut Arctic College
Oil Burner Mechanic Pre-Apprenticeship, Record of Accomplishment, Nunavut Arctic College

TRANSFERABLE CREDITS

On completion of the program students may be eligible to transfer up to 240 hours towards an approved Apprenticeship program through the Department of Education.

CAREER OPTIONS

Apprentices are registered with the Department of Education through the assistance of Career Development Officers.  The Department works closely with private businesses and Government sectors that are employers of apprentices who seek training.
Applicants should contact the Department of Education for entry into the apprenticeship program by contacting their regional CDO.

CURRICULUM

Trades Math
Trades English
Trades Sciences
Trades Blueprint Reading
PLAR / Portfolio Development
Aboriginal Language Applications
Level 1 OBM Apprenticeship Theory & Shop
WSCC Go Safe / First Aid / WHMIS
Maintenance Management Operating Systems
Introductions to Computers & Applications
Job Experience and Practicum Placements
Driver Examination Study Guides

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