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Location is IBEW 58 McQuade Lake Crescent
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Fire Alarm/Security Systems
This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of installing and troubleshooting fire/security alarm systems. |
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Knowledge of Electrical Trade
Requirement - Electricians tool pouch
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30 Hrs
Max 12
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Edwards Sprinkler, Part of Troy Sprinkler
80 Raddall Avenue, Dart. Burnside Ind Park
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Photovoltiacs (Solar)
This course will describe design and installation requirements for the design and installation for photovoltaics in the residential and small commercial facilities. It will include insulation characteristics, photovoltaic panels, site analysis, batteries, charge controllers, inverters and the balance of system equipment. Canadian Electrical Code interpretation will also be examined. |
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Knowledge of Electrical Trade and Electrical Code book. Requirement -Multimeter that reads AC/DC.
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16 hrs
Max 12
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Green Power Labs Inc.
1 Research Drive, Dartmouth, N.S. |
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Pipe Bending
Review of tools, basic practices & code rules for Pipe bending. This is a basic course which helps participants learn trade terminology, trade requirements & specifications. |
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Knowledge of the Electrical Trade Requirement -Electricians tool pouch. |
30 hrs
Max 10
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NSCC - Truro NSCC Campus or IBEW Local 625 Union Center
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Motor Control
This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge of various control devices as they relate to motor control. Theory and purpose of various types of control as well as applied connections to the control circuit. |
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A working knowledge of electrical circuits and ability to use a personal computer. Requirement -Electricians tool pouch. |
30 hrs
Max 15
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IBEW Local 625 Union Center
May 10, 2010
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High Voltage Splice and Termination Underground – Fundamentals
This course will introduce you to the fundamentals and operating theories of high voltage cables. You will become competent with identifying the different types of cables, cable components as well as termination and splicing applications. |
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A working knowledge of electrical apparatus and high voltage circuits. Requirement -Electricians tool pouch. |
16 hrs
Max 12
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On Demand |
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Blueprint Reading Course
The new blue print reading course was developed to further educate electrical apprentices to accurately interpret and understand the various drawings and specifications required in the construction industry like architectural, mechanical and electrical. This will enable the apprentice to be a more valuable asset to his or her employer and provide quality workmanship and increased productivity in the unionized sector of the construction Industry. |
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This course is designed for 2nd year apprentices but is open to each year and/or a JW looking for a refresher. |
30 hours
Max 8 |
IBEW Office/Training Center
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Basic Energy Management Course
The Course objectives are to deliver hands on sessions to familiarize tradespersons with ways and means currently used to control energy costs in buildings. Each session will consist of workbook and visual aids followed by hands on work with standard working equipment. The goal is to be able to communicate with Contractors, Supplier technicians and ultimately produce high quality workmanship. |
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3 – 4th year apprentice & Journeyperson |
30 hours
Max 8 |
IBEW Office/Training Center |
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Basic Computer Course
The purpose of this course is to present participants with the skills & concepts necessary for basic competency in a variety of personal/business applications. |
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None. Basic typing skills would be an asset |
30 hours
Max 8 |
Upcoming Course!
IBEW Office/Training Center |
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Inter Provincial Essential Skills Course
This Red Seal Refresher course is designed to assist provincial Construction Electrician certificate holders, section 30 applicants, and individuals who may be having challenges successfully passing the Interprovincial certification examination.
In addition to learning technical information pertaining to the trade, this 60 course integrates essential skills by combining Canadian Electrical Code document use, reading/writing exercises and math refresher units.
Upon completion of the course, participants will have a more confident approach to challenging the interprovincial examination, as well as having an ability to better apply essential skills to the workplace. |
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Completed 4th year Apprentices & Journeypersons with Provincial tickets |
80 hours
Max 8 |
On Demand |
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If there is sufficient interest in any Unit the JATC will endeavor to schedule courses in those areas.
Contact the JATC office to register.
450.5223
julie@ibewlocal625jatc.ca |
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