Program objectives
Home automation system technicians install cables and home automation devices according to guidelines, reference documents and strict procedures, while considering the characteristics of the home, hardware, materials and equipment. They participate in the commissioning of home automation systems; verify communications and device functions in accordance with customer requirements and recommended installation standards and take part in system maintenance and minor repairs.
Occupation
Home automation systems technician
Admission conditions
A person who meets the following conditions is eligible for admission to a program of study leading to an STC:
1. Has obtained at least Secondary III credits or the equivalent in the language of instruction, second language and mathematics
or Has obtained an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary V Studies (AESS)
or Has successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) with or without specific prerequisites
2. Has interrupted their full-time studies for at least 12 months
or Is 18 years old when entering training
or Has obtained a Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) or their equivalent
or Meets the eligibility conditions of Services Québec’s workforce training measure
(This STC is eligible for the TCST-STC bridge)
Admission requirements for the TCST-STC bridge
The admission requirements for the TCST-STC bridge are identical to those that apply to the TCST-DVS bridge:
- Hold a TCST;
AND - Be at least 16 years old on September 30 of the school year in which you start vocational training;
AND - Have earned the required credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in Secondary Cycle 1 in general education in the youth sector or in Secondary II in adult general education.