Fire Protection Technician Program

The Fire Protection Technician Program is designed as an introductory course to equip inexperienced students with the necessary skills and knowledge for employment in the fire safety industry. Moreover, it offers opportunities for students to pursue certifications from ASTTBC in fire safety and related areas. Emphasizing a hands-on approach, this program integrates practical experience gained in workshops with theoretical components to enhance industry practices. Industry tours provide exposure to various work environments, enriching the learning experience.

Program Highlights:
Upon completion of electrical and electronics modules for fire protection installation and inspection, students will learn to:

Install and test emergency lighting systems
Install automatic sprinkler and standpipe systems
Implement fire alarm systems
Control smoke
Gain an introduction to HVAC systems
Familiarize with various fire suppression systems
Understand cross-connection control
Operate scaffolding and access equipment

Practical application of theoretical knowledge is demonstrated within our campus workshop. Additionally, the program includes training for WHMIS and Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level 1 certification.

Career Opportunities:
Graduates of the program are prepared for entry-level positions in the high-demand fire safety and protection industry. Potential roles include:

Fire alarm installer
Fire protection technician
Sprinkler system fitter
Fire prevention technician
Fire alarm operator
Fire extinguisher installer

With essential safety certifications and basic skills acquired during the program, graduates can contribute effectively to various fire safety projects. Many municipalities require inspection, installation, and testing by trained and approved technicians for both commercial and residential buildings. Graduates must work under the direct supervision of an ASTTBC-approved licensed technician.

Regulatory Approval:
Our program is fully accredited by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Advanced Education and Skills Training, ensuring the highest standards of education and training excellence.

This program is not eligible for a Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).

Embark on a rewarding career path in fire protection with our comprehensive Fire Protection Technician Program. Join us at ACE Community College and become a skilled professional in this essential industry. Enroll today to ignite your future success.

Prior to Acceptance:

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Provide verified results for one of the English language proficiency tests listed below. Test results must be dated no more than two years before the start date of the program.

Name of English language assessment/test		Minimum score(s)/level(s)*
1.	International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic	Minimum overall score of 5.5
2.	Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) IBT	Minimum overall score of 46
3.	Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL)	Minimum overall score of 40
4.	Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program (CELPIP)	Listening 6, Speaking 6, Reading 5, and Writing 5.
5.	Duolingo English Test (DET)	Minimum overall score of 95
6.	Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic	Minimum overall score of 43
7.	Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First exam (FCE) Institutions may include other Cambridge Qualifications at a higher level (i.e., C2 Proficiency (CPE)).	Minimum overall score of 160 or “C”
8.	Cambridge Linguaskill	Minimum overall B2 level
9.	LANGUAGECERT Academic	Minimum overall B2 level
10.	The Michigan English Test (MET)	Minimum overall B2 level
11.	iTEP Academic	Minimum overall score of 3.5
12.	EIKEN	Minimum placement of Grade Pre-1

High School Credential

Evidence that 3 years of full-time secondary education (Grades 8-12), or 2 years of secondary education (including English 10 and 11 with a grade of ‘C’ or higher) from a country where English is one of the principal languages

Other Criteria

2 years of full-time post-secondary education have been completed in the program’s language of instruction in a country where the language of instruction is one of the principal languages.

Mature Domestic Students:

This option applies only if:
The program’s language of instruction is English.
The applicant is a mature domestic student facing barriers.
The applicant is unable to access their educational records or provide sufficient proof of secondary/post-secondary education.
Accuplacer Assessment:
- Applicants must be atleast 19 years or older at the start of the program and a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
- Must provide attestation of completing at least three years of full-time education in English in a country where English is one of the primary languages (ELL courses do not count).
- Must achieve the following minimum scores on the Accuplacer English Assessment (Next Generation):
  - Reading: 230
  - Writing: 230
  - WritePlacer: 4

AND

Math Proficiency Requirements : Successful completion of provincially recognized Grade 10, 11, or 12 Mathematics with a minimum passing score of C.

Successful completion of a math assessment conducted in-house by Ace Community College with a minimum score of 50%.

Week 1

Safe Work Practices
- Control Workplace Hazards
- Describe WorkSafeBC Regulations
- Handle Hazardous Materials Safely
- Describe Personal Safety Practices
Tools and Equipments
- Describe common hand tools and their uses
- Describe Common Power Tools and their uses
- Describe Rigging and Hoisting Equipment
- Describe ladders and work platforms

Week 2

Electrical Fundamentals ‐
- Fundamentals Characteristics of Semiconductor materials
- Describe Features of the PN junction diode
- Describe features of the zener diode
- Solve problems relating to the Zener diode
- Describe features of photo and LED's
- Basic applications of the junction transistor in DC circuits
- Describe features of specialty transistors
Basic Electronics
- Operations of single phase AC rectifier circuit
- Operation of filters for rectifier circuits
- Values for rectified power supplies
- The basic applications of the junction transistor
Safety Trainings:
- WHMIS
- Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level 1

Week 3

Fire Alarm Systems and Inspection
- Fire Prevention, Life(Occupant Safety)
- Fire control and Extinguishment
- LAFC inspection process
- Table top inspection,
- Inspections ‐ Interior
Fire Alarm Systems
- Introduction and its components, Codes, standards and Regulations
- Fire Alarm System components
- Fire Alarm System functions and testing and Inspection

Week 4

Portable Fire Extinguisher
- Introdution, Methods,
- Types Classes of fire,
- Occupnacy classfication of fire extinguisher,
- Operations
Smoke Control and HVAC System

Week 5

Emergency lighting systems
- Introduction, Emergency lighting code
- Batteries replacement
- Inspection and testing of emergency lighting systems, inspection procedure guide
- Ohm's law
- Codes and Regulations

Week 6

Sprinkler Systems
- Fire Sprinkler System
- Hydraulic Calculations for Designing Sprinkler System
- Water, Fire Sprinkler Permit
BC Sprinkler System and Fire Code