This training provides students with the essential theoretical knowledge related to the natural gas for vehicles installation code B109. The course will prepare students to write the Vehicle Conversion (CNG – Compressed Natural Gas) certificate of qualification licensing examination administered by Technical Safety BC (TSBC). In addition to theoretical knowledge, students will inspect, diagnose, service, and repair natural gas (CNG) powered vehicles. A training manual is included in the course.
For details about the Technical Safety BC licensing examination's eligibility, scheduling, booking, please visit:
https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/certification/gas/vehicle-conversion-cng
All registrants who wish to complete the licensing certification are advised to check the qualifications to write the exam directly with TSBC. See TSBC licencing exam eligibility on the following webpage: https://www.technicalsafetybc.ca/certification/gas/vehicle-conversion-cng. Applicants must book their own exam outside of this training course.
This course is recognized as acceptable training for the pressure fuels endorsement on a commercial vehicle inspectors license.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Properties of Natural Gas
CNG Fuel Systems Overview & Industry Standards
CNG Fuel System Component Requirements
Natural Gas for Vehicles Installation Code
CNG fuel storage containers, Container Mounting and Ventilation
CNG Vehicle Decaling, Manuals and Leak Testing
CNG vehicle service, collision repair and fuel container retesting
CNG engines systems and diagnostic equipment
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.