Program Description The Fire and Life Safety Systems Technician program is designed to prepare you for career opportunities in the fire prevention industry by providing a curriculum that directly aligns with current employer demands – giving you an edge when it is time to enter the workforce. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of the design and technical methodologies for various fire and life safety such as fire detection and suppression systems. Furthermore, students will acquire a strong understanding of life safety planning and skill requirements vital for immediate success. This program is designed for individuals who enjoy challenging projects, which require the knowledge, practical skills and accepted practices used in the fire detection systems and life safety industries. You will also have two options to gain valuable skills in the workforce and will either complete a field placement or a co-operative education (co-op) experience. Completion of this two-year diploma program will prepare you for immediate service in both expanding sectors. Upon graduating, students are also qualified to apply for their Canadian Fire Alarm Association (CFAA) designation and C.Tech designation from the Ontario Association of Certified Engineering Technicians and Technologist (OACETT). Students will have two options to gain valuable skills in the workforce and will either complete a field placement or a co-operative education (co-op) experience. Students completing the field placement will participate in a 100 hour, unpaid work placement completed 2 days per week during semester 4. Students who qualify for the co-op experience will complete a four-month paid work experience in between first and second year of their program. Program highlights: A strong understanding of the building control systems, fire codes and standards used at the municipal, provincial and national levels Close to 100 hours of placement experience with employers in the final semester, allowing for work on several different projects and the gaining of essential, hands-on skills Critical thinking skills for the design of fire alarm and life safety systems equipment (e.g. sprinklers, suppression systems, elevators, strobe lights, building automation systems, etc.) using current codes, standards, regulations and laws Testing, verifying, troubleshooting and maintenance of fire alarm and life safety systems including extensive laboratory experience in second year to gain relevant practical knowledge As a graduate, you will be eligible to work toward certification by the Canadian Fire Alarm Association following one year of employment.
Career options:
Alarm or alarm systems specialist Alarm systems technician Code consultant Fire alarm designer Fire alarm electronics technician Fire alarm systems servicer Fire equipment sales Fire inspector Fire investigator Fire prevention officer Fire protection systems consultant Fire protection technician Fire protectionist Preventive maintenance technician Project manager Sprinkler designer
