📖Introduction

Durham College is a highly regarded institution located in Oshawa, Ontario, Canada. Founded in 1967, the college offers a wide range of programs across various disciplines, including business, health sciences, skilled trades, technology, and media arts. Known for its emphasis on experiential learning, Durham College provides students with hands-on training and real-world experience through industry placements, internships, and co-operative education opportunities. The college's modern facilities, dedicated faculty, and strong industry partnerships contribute to a supportive learning environment that prepares students for successful careers. With its commitment to innovation and practical education, Durham College continues to be a trusted institution for students seeking a high-quality, career-focused education.

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📚About the Program

Co-op option available. This advanced diploma program offers students the opportunity to explore the science and art of fire protection and prevention – from detection and suppression, including prevention and enforcement. Utilizing state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and current industry software, students will prepare for a career in this rapidly growing and developing field. Students will work with experts in all areas of the fire and life safety industry and will gain the practical and theoretical skills to enforce the fire code, along with planning, designing, installing and maintaining current and leading-edge fire protection equipment. Show less
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📖Program Curriculum

SEMESTER 1
Fire Dynamics (CHEM 1109)
Communication Foundations (COMM 1100)
AutoCAD 1 (DESG 1108)
Electricity and Electronics for Fire Detection (ELEC 1115)
Math for Fire and Life Safety 1 (MATH 1117)
Principles Of Fire Prevention (PPOL 1101)

SEMESTER 2
Building Construction for Fire (ARCH 1202)
Sprinkler Design 1 (DESG 1216)
AutoCAD 2 (DESG 1217)
Math for Fire and Life Safety 2 (MATH 1210)
Fire Detection and Alarm (SAFE 1202)
Fire Safety Systems Lab 1 (SAFE 1203)

SEMESTER 3
Sprinkler Design 2 (DESG 2109)
Fire Alarm Design 1 (DESG 2110)
FNMI Elective (FNMI 0000)
Ontario Fire Code 1 (LAWW 2111)
Special Extinguishing Systems (SAFE 2102)
Fire Safety Systems Lab 2 (SAFE 2103)

SEMESTER 4
Technical Report Writing (COMS 2200)
Sprinkler Design 3 (DESG 2213)
Fire Alarm Design 2 (DESG 2214)
General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
General Education Elective (GNED 0000)
Building Code 1 (LAWW 2210)
Project Management for Fire and Life Safety (PJMT 2204)

SEMESTER 5
Hazardous Materials (CHEM 3102)
Fire and Life Safety Educator 1 (EDUC 3100)
Fire Inspector 1 (LAWW 3109)
Legislation (LAWW 3110)
Ontario Fire Code 2 (LAWW 3111)
Courtroom Procedures (LAWW 3112)
Fire Safety Systems Lab 3 (SAFE 3100)

SEMESTER 6
Fire and Life Safety Educator 2 (EDUC 3200)
Ontario Fire Code 3 (LAWW 3205)
Fire Inspector 2 (LAWW 3206)
Plans Examination (LAWW 3207)
Building Code 2 (LAWW 3208)
Fire and Explosion Investigation (PHYS 3200)

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🏫About Durham College

Durham College, located in Oshawa, Ontario, is a dynamic and progressive institution that has been providing quality education since its establishment in 1967. The college offers a diverse range of programs across various fields, including business, health sciences, skilled trades, technology, and media arts. With a strong focus on experiential learning, Durham College provides students with hands-on training and real-world experiences through industry placements, co-operative education, and internships. The college's state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated faculty, and strong connections with industry partners ensure that students receive a well-rounded education that prepares them for successful careers. Durham College fosters an inclusive and supportive community where students can thrive academically, professionally, and personally. With its commitment to innovation, student success, and community engagement, Durham College continues to be a leading institution in shaping the next generation of skilled professionals.

🏠 Accommodation

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

How to book:
  • Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
  • Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

622 RMB

Tuition fee:

14,991 CAD per year

44,973 CAD in total

❓✅❌ Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: High School.

The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Graduation certificate
  • Passport size photo

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to Global Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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