Technology Prep Mathematics
CEA939

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
This course provides students with basic skills and understanding of algebra, trigonometry and geometry fundamentals. Students will be prepared for further courses or programs where mathematics is applied.
CRN# 21509

Technology Advanced Preparatory Mathematics
CEA888

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 63
This course provides students with basic technology mathematic skills and understanding of fundamental terminology required for further courses or programs where mathematics is applied. Advanced algebraic expressions and Trigonometry will be covered.
Computer Requirements: Word 2000 or higher; Internet Explorer 7 or higher or Mozilla Firefox 2 or higher.
CRN# 21877

Technician Prep Mathematics
CEA887

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 63
This course provides students with the basic arithmetic skills required in everyday life. Fundamentals of algebra, trigonometry and geometry will be covered. Students will be prepared for further courses and programs where mathematics is applied.
Computer Requirements: Word 2000 or higher; Internet Explorer 7 or higher or Mozilla Firefox 2 or higher.
CRN# 21878

Technical Mathematics
CEA330

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 64
This first-level mathematics course for engineering technology programs begins with a review of fundamental concepts, arithmetic operations, and units of measure. This is followed by an in-depth study of basic algebra, trigonometric and other functions, and quadratic equations. Prerequisite: Ontario Secondary School Diploma.
CRN# 21879

Technical Mathematics II
CEA161

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 64
Topics of study include a more detailed view of exponents and radicals, plane analytic geometry, geometry, complex numbers, and functions including trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions. This course also includes an introduction to statistics. Prerequisite: Technical Mathematics I.
CRN# 21559

Millwright Preparatory Course
CEA604

Sessions: 15; Hours: 45
This theory-based course is specifically designed for those people who work in the field to assist with obtaining a Certificate of Qualification.
Please note: Contact your local Apprenticeship Board to verify that you would qualify to write your final exam upon completion of this course.
CRN# 21026

Truck & Coach Prep Course
CEA693

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
This theory-based course is specifically designed for those people who work in the field to assist with obtaining a Certificate of Qualification. PLEASE NOTE: Contact your local Apprenticeship Board to verify that you would qualify to write your final exam upon completion of this course. Textbook not included.
CRN# 20917, 20953, 21256, 21880

Red Seal Carpentry Exam Prep
CEA454

Sessions: 15; Hours: 45
This theory-based course is specifically designed for those people who work in the field to assist with obtaining a Certificate of Qualification for General Carpenter.
Please note: Contact your local Apprenticeship Office at 1-800-236-0744 to verify that you would qualify to write your final exam upon completion of this course. Textbook not included.
CRN# 21881

Computer-Aided Drafting I
CAD110

Sessions: 15; Hours: 45
With its direct hands-on learning experiences, this course provides an introduction to the AutoCAD 2007 program and its capabilities. On completion of the course, participants produce simple two-dimensional drawings.
CRN# 21882

Machine Shop Practice I
PEN559

Sessions: 10; Hours: 30
This course is designed to accommodate both beginners and people with some machine shop experience. The content, which stresses shop safety and good shop practice, includes elements of basic machining theory plus hands-on practical experience. Participants use lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and a variety of small tools and equipment as well as precision measuring tools.
CRN# 21883

Heating
APP461

Sessions: 15; Hours: 45
The heating subject of the Building Environmental Systems program is designed to prepare students to operate heating systems in buildings in a safe, energy efficient, and environmentally conscious manner. An introduction to the operation and maintenance of boilers, burners, heating pipe systems, and plumbing detail is covered in this subject.
CRN# 21884

Basic Construction Methods & Technology
CEA704

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 39
As a prerequisite to the Construction Estimating program, this course introduces the student to basic blueprint reading and common methods of construction, from soil excavation to roof design. Students will gain a foundation of residential/commercial construction principles and codes in practice. A sound mathematics and English background is important for success in this course. Prerequisite: A good understanding of MS Word.
CRN# 20898

Reading Construction Blueprints
CEA703

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 45
Students will learn to read construction blueprints, including architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical. Students will be able to read mechanical and electrical symbols, as well as doors and windows schedules. Students will modify a sample of a construction estimate based on an actual blueprint.
CRN# 21241

Construction Contracts & Documents
CEA650

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 32
This course is an introduction to the principles of contract law as they relate to the construction industry. The various types of construction contracts and bidding documents are introduced and examined. This subject builds upon the principles of contract law and introduces standard forms used in the construction industry issued by the Canadian Construction Documents Committee and the Canadian Construction Association.
CRN# 21885

Engineering Drawings I - Machining
CEA789

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 30
This online course is designed to develop in the student the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and schematics. The student will work with multiview drawings, identify dimensioning techniques, section and auxiliary views, drawing change notation and tolerances as they relate to the Machining trade.
CRN# 21242

Engineering Drawings II - Machining
CEA790

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 36
Students learn to visualize three-dimensional objects, sectionalize drawing views, read and interpret drawings depicting jigs and fixtures, bearings, gears and cams. Geometric dimensions and tolerances are also studied.
CRN# 21243

CFC/HCFC/HFC Control for Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems

This course deals with environmentally correct equipment design and proper handling of CFC/HCFC/HFCs, and will prepare students for complying with provincial regulations covering refrigeration and air conditioning systems. Students who attend the one-day course and successfully achieve a mark of 75% or better on the exam will receive certification in the form of an Ozone Depletion Prevention (ODP) card.
This course is suitable for residential, commercial, industrial, domestic, automotive and mobile applications. Specific topics covered are: CFCs and the ozone layer, isolation valving, recommended components, leak detection methods, system charging procedures, special maintenance provisions, and refrigerant recover, reuse, recycle and reclamation equipment.

Air Conditioning (Ozone Depletion)

CFC/HCFC/HFC Certification
VOC818

Sessions: 1; Hours: 8
Any person handling, storing, transporting, or working with CFCs or similar substances used in refrigeration processes requires this certification. This course, which includes the updated regulations, focuses on the proper handling of ozone-depleting substances and certifies participants in accordance with provincial regulations.
CRN# 20783, 21866

To write any Gas 2 or OBT2 challenge exams, individuals must contact Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) directly to determine if they are eligible to challenge these exams. Canadore College requires this eligibility in writing from TSSA before the individual can register for the exam.

Note* for more information regarding a challenge exam please contact TSSA at www.tssa.org or phone (877) 682-8772. Successful completion of these TSSA-approved challenge exams will qualify candidates for the theory portion of the appropriate TSSA certificate.

Exams will be scheduled Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:00pm in North Bay at our Commerce Court Testing Centre. Please contact Linda Topolie at (705) 474-7600 ext. 5601 for further details.

Gas Technician 3: Theory Challenge Exam
VOC421

By Appointment
Sessions: 1; Hours: 3
Successful completion of these Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) approved challenge exams will qualify candidates for the theory portion of the appropriate TSSA certificate.

Gas Technician 2: Theory Challenge Exam
VOC420

By Appointment
Sessions: 1; Hours: 3
Successful completion of these Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) approved challenge exams will qualify candidates for the theory portion of the appropriate TSSA certificate.

Oil Burner Technician 3: Theory Challenge Exam
VOC422

By Appointment
Sessions: 1; Hours: 3
Successful completion of these Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) approved challenge exams will qualify candidates for the theory portion of the appropriate TSSA certificate.

Electrical Inspection
CEA623

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course prepares students to inspect the performance of the following components of electrical systems within residential buildings: service drops, grounding systems, service panels, wiring systems, devices, and fixtures.
CRN# 20890

Exterior Inspection
CEA624

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course covers retaining walls, grounds, window wells, lot grading, driveways, patios, walkways, decks, balconies, stoops and steps, porches, railings, wall cladding, flashing trim, eaves, soffits, fascia, and exterior doors and windows. Students learn to describe the exterior wall coverings and inspect all aspects of the exterior named above.
CRN# 20891

Heating Inspection
CEA626

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course covers installed heating systems (gas and oil furnaces and hot water boilers). Emphasis is on the inspector’s ability to identify the energy source, type, material, condition, and safety concerns, as well as inspecting the heating equipment.
CRN# 20884

Heating Inspection II
CEA627

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course covers vent systems, flues and chimneys, fireplaces and other wood-heating appliances, and steam and electric heating systems. Students apply knowledge of these systems to the role of Home Inspector.
CRN# 20885

Interior and Insulation Inspection
CEA628

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
Focus is on the inspection of thermal insulation, vapour retarders and ventilation systems, as well as the inspection of interior elements of residential dwellings such as walls, ceilings, floors, basements, doors, windows, interior stairs/railings, installed countertops and cabinets, and garage doors/door operators.
CRN# 20886

Plumbing Inspection
CEA629

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course prepares students to inspect, in a residential dwelling, the interior water supply and distribution systems (including fixtures and faucets), as well as water heating equipment and drain/vent/waste systems and their related fixtures.
CRN# 20887

Roofing Inspection
CEA630

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
The emphasis in this subject is on typical defects of the various types of roof coverings, drainage systems, flashings, skylights, chimneys, and other roof penetrations. Students apply their knowledge of roofing to inspections that focus on system performance, safety concerns, and compliance with existing codes and standards.
CRN# 20888

Structure Inspection
CEA631

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 42
This course focuses on the following structural components of a residential dwelling: foundations and footings, floors, walls and roof/ceiling structures. Students learn to apply knowledge of structures to inspections that focus on system performance, safety concerns, and compliance with good construction practices.
CRN# 20889

Common Core Blueprint Reading
CEA944

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 32
When this course is successfully completed, the apprentice will be able to read and interpret engineering drawings in order to visualize three-dimensional objects, sectionalize the drawing, and convert drawing dimensions, tolerances and allowances to determine layout procedures, machining sequences and checking operations. The apprentice will be able to work with supervision using engineering drawings, required reference materials, charts, tables, checking instruments, measuring tools, layout tools and accessories, and steel.
CRN# 21506

Machinist Print Reading Intermediate
CEA942

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 32
This course is a continuation of Common Core Blueprint Reading. Prerequisite: Common Core Blueprint Reading.
CRN# 21512

Tool and Die Blueprint Reading Intermediate
CEA943

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 32
This course is a continuation of Common Core Blueprint Reading. Prerequisite: Common Core Blueprint Reading.
CRN# 21515

Intro to Mining
CEA657

Sessions: Indep; Hours: 64
In this course the student will acquire a basic understanding of and be able to describe the primary operating functions and equipment utilized in Canadian surface and underground mining operations. To do this, the student will examine a number of common ore extraction and mine development techniques. Students will demonstrate that they understand basic mining industry concepts and terminology.
CRN# 21892

Confined Spaces Hazard Awareness for Construction
VOC046

Sessions: 1; Hours: 6
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to identify confined spaces and demonstrate knowledge of legislative requirements and general procedures for confined space entry.
Topics include: Definition of confined space, hazards related to confined spaces, types of dangerous atmospheresm, legal requirements, assessment and control options, monitoring strategies and entry permits and procedures.
A wallet card will be issued to successful participants.
Note: This is an awareness course only. There is no hands-on component to this course. Workers should receive additional training on the procedures they will be using.
CRN# 21893, 21894

Hoisting and Rigging Basic Safety Training
VOC047

Sessions: 2; Hours: 12
Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of principles relating to safe hoisting and rigging practices in the construction industry.
Modules include: Hoisting and rigging hazards, fibre rope, knots and hitches, hardware, wire rope and slings, rigging tools and devices and hazard awareness in crane operations.
Full attendance is mandatory. The passing grade is 100% for hand signals and 80% for the performance review. Participants must bring their own calculator.
CRN# 21895, 21896

Small Engine Repair
APP718

Sessions: 6; Hours: 18
This course includes the basic combustion engine theory as it relates to the operation and maintenance of small IC engines. Participants are encouraged to learn practical skills working on a personal maintenance or small engine repair project. Participants are required to purchase the repair parts required for their personal projects. This course will also require home study.
CRN# 21504

Motorcycle Repair and Maintenance
CEA799

Sessions: 8; Hours: 24
Explore the world of motorcycle technology using a systems approach. Each major system will be discussed using “real world” examples to fully understand what makes your bike tick. Every subject will be supported through real hands-on applications.
CRN# 21547

Auto Mechanics for Women
CEA593

Sessions: 4; Hours: 12
This course will take you from oil and gas to the engine and electrical system of your car. Learn to spot the 10 most common signs of trouble for your car and how to perform a 15-point inspection. Use your new knowledge to keep your car in top operating condition.
CRN# 21897

Basic Welding
WLD200

Sessions: 15; Hours: 45
Students learn the safe use of oxyacetylene equipment, perform fusion welding and brazing operations in both flat and horizontal positions, and cut steel plates with the hand cutting torches on a variety of thicknesses. Other basic exercises, such as welding steel plates using the Shielded Metal Arc Process (SMAW / Stick) and the Gas Metal Arc Process (MIG), basic blueprint reading of weld symbols, welding quality control, and welding metallurgy as it relates to the welding shop, are also included.
CRN# 21898

Welding Practice
VOC470

Sessions: 2; Hours: 6
Experienced welders may prepare for their CWB tickets and for CWB testing by attending practice sessions. The College provides welding facilities, equipment, materials and instructors to help you prepare and test for up to four positions using the Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process as well as the Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW). These sessions consist of a total of six hours of practice. (Material fees subject to change.)
CRN# 21222

Woodworking I
CEA723

Sessions: 12; Hours: 36
Through a take-home project, students will focus on the safety, skills and techniques involved in taking a plan from paper to completion using tools and machinery common to the home woodworker. Great for someone who would like to “test the water” of woodworking. Materials included.
CRN# 21899