Overview

The Ice Facility Operator course is a comprehensive online examination preparation course for current and aspiring ice facility operators, arena maintenance personnel, refrigeration plant operators, and individuals pursuing certification to operate and maintain ice facility plants, including ice arenas, curling clubs, and other recreational venues requiring refrigeration systems. 

Designed for flexible, self-paced learning over eight weeks, the asynchronous course includes optional weekly live online sessions with the instructor to review key concepts, ask questions, and explore real-world applications. 

Aligned with the Manitoba Inspection and Technical Services (ITS) Ice Facility Operator Certificate Examination Syllabus and the Canadian Standardization of Power Engineer Examinations Committee (SOPEEC) examination objectives, the course covers applied mathematics, refrigeration principles and system components, floor and electrical systems, safety, communication and administration, and refrigeration system operation and maintenance. 

Learners gain the theoretical knowledge, practical insights, and confidence needed to prepare for the Ice Facility Operator certification examination.

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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.

Courses & Costs

Course

Ice Facility Operator (OTTR-0063) | 80 Hours

This online examination preparation course prepares learners for the Manitoba Ice Facility Operator (IFO) Certificate Examination. Designed for current and aspiring ice facility operators, arena maintenance personnel, and refrigeration plant operators, this flexible, asynchronous course allows learners to study at their own pace over eight weeks. There are optional weekly live online sessions with the instructor, with opportunities to review key concepts, ask questions, and discuss real-world applications. Aligned with the Manitoba Inspection and Technical Services Ice Facility Operator Certificate Examination Syllabus and SOPEEC examination objectives, the course covers applied mathematics, refrigeration principles, refrigeration system components, floor and electrical systems, safety, communication and administration, and refrigeration system operation and maintenance, equipping learners with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to prepare for the certification examination.

Costs

The tuition cost for this course is $899 + GST.

Fast Facts

Length
8 weeks
Program Start
Fall 2026
Credential
Course/Workshop/Seminar
Credits
16 CEUs
Course Load
Part-time
Program Details
Available by Distance
Continuing Studies
Continuing Studies
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