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Ice Facility Operator
Overview
The Ice Facility Operator Exam Preparation Course is a comprehensive 60-hour course designed for individuals pursuing certification to operate and maintain ice facility plants, including ice arenas, curling clubs, and other recreational venues requiring refrigeration systems.
Aligned with the curriculum developed by the Canadian Standardization of Power Engineer Examinations Committee (SOPEEC) and Inspection and Technical Services Manitoba (ITS), this course provides participants with the theoretical knowledge and practical insights needed to succeed in the SOPEEC Ice Facility Operator Examination.
Admissions
Admission Requirements
There are no admission requirements for this program.
English is the language of instruction at Assiniboine. All applicants educated outside of Canada or in a country not on the test exempt list are expected to meet the English language proficiency requirements.
Careers & Connections
Career Opportunities
Upon completion, participants will be able to operate and maintain ice facility plants, including ice arenas, curling clubs, and other recreational venues requiring refrigeration systems.
Connections
Assiniboine has a number of agreements with other colleges, universities and professional organizations, making it possible to apply credit taken at Assiniboine to programs at other institutions. For information on agreements, see Articulation Agreements.
Tools & Supplies
Technology Requirements
All of our programs require the use of a computer with internet access. Some resources may be available on campus. For more details, see At-Home Computing.
Courses & Costs
Costs
Tuition, fees, and Students' Association fees total $750 for the course.
All fees are subject to change without notice.
For more information, visit the Fees and Charges page.
Courses
The Ice Facility Operator program includes a synchronous learning component. You will have the opportunity to meet once per week online for instructor-led discussions and Q&A.
Upcoming Dates
- Start Date: January 1st
Online Classes: January 6th to February 10th | Tuesdays, 6 to 8:30 p.m.
The deadline to register is the 20th of the month prior to the specific course start date however, you can register at any time – you don’t need to wait for the deadline. For example, for February 1st courses, the deadline to register is January 20th.