 Geoexchange BC is pleased to offer the following courses in association with the CGC.
The CGC courses are about providing quality assurance to the consumer and about describing and delivering industry best practices when designing, installing and/or drilling geoexchange systems. CGC members and partners understand that for the GeoExchange industry to continue growing rapidly, consistent high quality of training and system design & installation is a top industry priority.
Training for Installers [REGISTRATION FORM »]
When: Sunday December 13th – Tuesday December 15th 2009
Where: BCIT, Burnaby
Cost: $995 plus tax (before December 1st)
Prerequisites: None
The three-day comprehensive workshop is designed for geoexchange developers, architects, manufacturers, distributors, dealers, installers, engineers, plumbers, designers, homeowners, excavators, geologists, contractors involved with HVAC, trenching/drilling, ducting, sheet metal, persons involved with environmental issues or sustainable energy, and individuals who desire a working knowledge of this innovative technology. Representatives from public utilities, private utilities, and rural electric cooperatives can also benefit from this training.
Upon successfully passing the examination, you will receive a CGC Installers’ Training Certificate which is the pre-requisite to apply for CGC Accreditation for industry professionals. Installer accreditation will help you open new markets and offer your customers an increased level of confidence knowing their system is installed by a qualified installer knowledgeable of Canadian standards, regulations, and geology.
Individuals who are involved in the installation of geoexchange systems but who will not necessarily be engaged in the design of the system itself. The persons or individuals who should take this course usually belong to a trade or technical profession and are authorized or required by law to perform certain duties on a geoexchange site / project. Depending on the province, this person is a driller, an electrician, a plumber, an HVAC or a refrigeration specialist. In some provinces, the installation of a geoexchange system may require more than one such individual.
Training for Residential Designers [REGISTRATION FORM »]
When: Wednesday December 16th – Friday December 18th 2009
Where: BCIT, Burnaby
Cost: $695 plus tax (before December 1st)
Prerequisites: Completed CGC Installers Training
The three-day comprehensive workshop is designed for geoexchange developers, architects, manufacturers, distributors, dealers, installers, engineers, plumbers, designers, homeowners, excavators, geologists, contractors involved with HVAC, trenching/drilling, ducting, sheet metal, persons involved with environmental issues or sustainable energy, and individuals who desire a deeper knowledge of this innovative technology. Representatives from public utilities, private utilities, and rural electric cooperatives can also benefit from this training.
Training for Commercial Designers [REGISTRATION FORM »]
When: Tuesday December 15th – Friday December 18th 2009
Where: BCIT, Burnaby
Cost: $ 1595 plus tax (before December 1st)
Prerequisites: Completed CGC Installers Training
The four-day comprehensive workshop is designed for geoexchange engineers, technologists, developers, architects, manufacturers, distributors, dealers, installers, plumbers, designers, excavators, geologists, contractors involved with HVAC, trenching/drilling, ducting, sheet metal, persons involved with environmental issues or sustainable energy, and individuals who desire a deep knowledge of this innovative technology. Representatives from public utilities, private utilities, and rural energy cooperatives can also benefit from this training.
Individuals who are involved in the design of commercial geoexchange systems, defined as systems servicing buildings of less than 15,000 square feet or three storeys. Persons or individuals who should take this course usually will be certified engineers or technologists or technicians and are authorized or required by law to perform certain duties on a geoexchange site / project. Depending on the province, this person may be an HVAC or a refrigeration specialist. In some provinces, the design and installation of a geoexchange system may require more than one such individual.
To register for the above courses please contact Geoexchange BC c/o Kim Savage:
F: 604-596-0696
E: admin@geoexchangebc.com
Mail: 12035 56th Avenue
Surrey, BC V3X 2W9
Registrations received after December 1st will have a $100 late booking surcharge and attendees will pick up their instructional materials at the course rather than having them shipped directly.
 Clean Energy Education - Online Training
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Purpose of Experts' Accreditation
It is crucial for the CGC and its partners that field work is performed by well trained professionals. A three day introductory training is not sufficient to be awarded an accreditation. In this regard, simple affiliation or accreditation with other national / international organizations is deemed insufficient in Canada for the CGC Global Quality GeoExchange™ Program®.
A CGC trained individual does not receive automatic installer accreditation. CGC accreditation is based on real life experience and verification of permits and licences authorizing an individual to perform professional work on a GeoExchange system in the province / territory where the accreditation is delivered.
To be awarded a CGC accreditation, drillers, installers and residential designers have to prove they received the appropriate training (either CGC courses or recognised equivalencies) and also prove they have a positive field experience backed by customers references and manufacturers / distributors favourable recommendations.
There has never been and there is currently no other GeoExchange accreditation program anywhere that has such diversified and high level training requirements in combination with relevant verified professional experience. Canada is leading the world in this matter.
Protecting Customers through Firm / Company Qualification
Firms and companies, whether registered as individuals or sole proprietors, partnerships or corporations are, in the normal course of a business transaction over a GeoExchange system, the responsible legal entity that provides the supervision of professional employees or subcontractors, warranties, and quality assurance. They are also expected to carry professional liability insurance as well as a positive business practices record.
Customers want their GeoExchange system designed and installed by professionals. They also want quality service, not for a month, not for a year, but for the next 10 and 20 years. Customers are looking for the highest quality service possible.
CGC Qualified firms / companies demonstrate that they stand above the rest. They employ and sub-contract work to CGC Accredited professionals. They demonstrate their commitment to a strong national GeoExchange industry by providing customers with quality service.
Closing the loop – System Certification
A well trained and accredited workforce, and serious firms and companies, are the backbone of a successful market transformation for the GeoExchange industry in Canada. As a final step in this quality approach, the CGC requires that the systems are installed in compliance with the local, regional, provincial and national codes, standards and regulations.
Search for upcoming training courses in your area at http://www.geo-exchange.ca/en
About Canadian GeoExchange Coalition (CGC)
(From the Canadian GeoExchange Coalition Website)
The Canadian GeoExchange industry is on a critical path towards achieving market transformation. Program implementation is the final step of this long process toward a vision of adequate training for professionals at the heart of the industry, as well as quality control of installations.
The CGC Global Quality GeoExchange™ Program® is a comprehensive voluntary quality assurance program with the ultimate objective to protect residential and ICI3 purchasers of GeoExchange systems for the existing and new construction markets based on the following components:
- Training for drillers, designers and installers;
- Accreditation of drillers, designers and installers;
- Qualification of design firms and installation contractors
- Certification of GeoExchange projects;
- Arbitration between parties.
- Communication of the program and its benefits
The Certification Program is designed to bring value to industry participants who will benefit from increased market opportunities resulting from increased consumer confidence and its reference in procurement policies of the various stakeholders such as utilities, government agencies and financial institutions.
Read the complete CGC Historical Background here:
http://www.geo-exchange.ca/en/historical_background_p3.php
Read the CGC Vision and Stratagies:
http://www.geo-exchange.ca/en/cgc_visions_strategies_p4.php
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