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Image Complex buildings require trained solutions. In Sheridan's Building Environmental Systems Operator - Class 1 Certificate program, you'll receive the training you need to operate healthy, energy-efficient, economically viable, and sustainable buildings in any sector. You will explore the intricate building sectors such as air conditioning, controls, electricity, water treatment, and more.

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Program Delivery

This program is delivered via virtual (synchronous) classroom.

Program Description

Complex buildings require trained solutions. Welcome to Sheridan's Building Environmental Systems - Class 1 Certificate program! By learning from experienced industry experts, you will understand how to successfully manage and maintain buildings in any sector.

You will have the skills to operate and handle heating systems, air conditioning and refrigeration units, electrical systems as well as air handling, preventive and corrective maintenance, and water treatment programs.

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:

  • Understand the main components of a building 
  • Develop knowledge and experience in electrical controls, system controls, air-handling units, and more 
  • Perform calculations in relation to temperature, heat, and more 
  • Explain rules, regulations, and procedures in relation to the safe operation of equipment 
  • Identify indoor air quality issues 
  • Understand energy efficient buildings and how to address them

Textbook Requirements

As of Winter 2025 term, e-textbooks will be included in the course fee for ALL BES courses. Students will no longer need to purchase materials through the Seneca bookstore. All required materials are included with the course.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, please contact us at caps@sheridancollege.ca or 905-874-4440.
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Program Details


Classes offered: 9
Classes required for completion: 9
Mandatory Classes: 9
Elective Classes: 0
Contact the Program Operations Specialist at hayley.white@sheridancollege.ca
Classes in this 'Building Environmental Systems Operator' program may be taken in any order.
 

Courses Available for this Program

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (ENGI79002) : Mandatory
This course is designed to prepare you to operate air-conditioning and refrigeration systems in buildings in a safe, energy efficient, economical and environmen ......(more)
Air Handling (ENGI79003) : Mandatory
Learn about air handling systems and their component parts. Study also preventative maintenance programs. View Available Classes ......(more)
Building Systems: A Practical Overview (ENGI79001) : Mandatory
This practical course is designed to offer an overview of building systems, enabling students to relate to the operation of a building in a safe, energy efficie ......(more)
Controls (ENGI79004) : Mandatory
This course is designed to help you develop the skills and knowledge required to operate building control systems in a safe, energy efficient, and environmental ......(more)
Electricity (BES) (ENGI79005) : Mandatory
You will learn about the design, operation and maintenance of electrical systems in buildings, with an emphasis on safety and energy efficiency. This includes t ......(more)
Energy Efficiency in Large Buildings (ENGI79009) : Mandatory
This course introduces students to the energy and resource efficiency challenges of large buildings and ways to address them. Topics include a review of buildin ......(more)
Heating (ENGI79006) : Mandatory
In this course you will review the fundamental physics and thermodynamic principals behind heat transfer, the key factors creating heating load in buildings, co ......(more)
Hospital Building Systems (ENGI79010) : Mandatory
You will learn about systems associated specifically with hospital buildings and their unique requirements and regulations. Operation and maintenance of hospita ......(more)
Water Treatment (ENGI79007) : Mandatory
This subject covers the key concepts in the field of water treatment as applied to the protection and operation of building mechanical systems. View Availabl ......(more)
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