About Program
The Gas Technician Diploma Program is a 32-week, full-time training course that prepares students to become licensed professionals in Ontario’s heating and fuel industry. Delivered using the official TSSA (Technical Standards and Safety Authority) curriculum, the program provides both theoretical instruction and practical hands-on workshops to prepare students for the Gas Fitter 3 (G3) and Gas Fitter 2 (G2) licensing examinations.
Taught by certified instructors with real industry experience, this program emphasizes the safe installation, maintenance, and servicing of gas-fired appliances and systems in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Students will benefit from instructor-led lectures, project-based learning, and testing aligned with TSSA standards. Licensing exams are administered directly at Stanford International College—an approved TSSA testing centre.
Program Highlights:
- Official TSSA Curriculum: Fully prepares students for G3 and G2 licensing exams.
- Hands-On Workshops: Practice the application of theory through guided labs using real-world tools and equipment.
- TSSA Testing Centre Onsite: Licensing exams (G3 and G2) are conducted directly at Stanford College for student convenience.
- Experienced Instructors: Courses are taught by certified Gas Fitters with extensive field and teaching experience.
- Career-Ready Focus: Gain the skills needed to install, service, and repair gas appliances safely and effectively.
Courses Include:
- TSSA Gas Technician G3 Training
- TSSA Gas Technician G2 Training
- Gas Appliance Installation and Maintenance
- Combustion Analysis and Venting
- Gas Piping and Flow Systems
- Gas Safety and Leak Detection
- Blueprint Reading and Layout
- Tools and Equipment for Gas Fitting
- Electrical Basics for Gas Equipment
- System Troubleshooting and Servicing
- Customer Communication and Reporting
- G3 & G2 Licensing Exam Preparation
Career Outcomes:
Graduates who successfully complete their G3 and G2 licensing exams may pursue employment with companies that install, service, and repair gas appliances or work with utility providers.
Job titles include:
- Gas Fitter
- Gas Technician
- Gas Customer Service Representative
- Gas Fitter Apprentice
- Gas Servicer
- Furnace Converter
- Gas Appliance Repairer/Servicer
- Gas Fitter Installer
- Gas Main Fitter
- Gas Pipefitter
- Industrial Gas Fitter – Tester
- Industrial Gas Services Technician
- Mechanic – Gas Pipes
- Troubleshooter – Gas Works
- Install, inspect, service, and repair gas lines and appliances
- Read and interpret technical drawings and specifications
- Determine materials and layouts for gas systems
- Service heating units, burners, valves, and controls
- Detect and repair gas leaks
- Test and calibrate control mechanisms
- Advise clients on system safety and maintenance
- Assist in the investigation of gas-related fires and explosions
- Convert appliances or vehicles to operate on natural gas
Admission Requirements:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- OR mature student status with successful completion of entrance examination