Schedule
Full-time
Category
Trades
Accreditation
Diploma
Articulations
Canadore
Duration
32 Weeks
Hours
800
Campuses Offered
Toronto
416-423-8188
*Approved as a vocational program under the?Private Career Colleges Act, 2005
The Automotive Technology (pre-apprenticeship) diploma program will prepare you for your career in automotive service and repair. The Automotive Technology program is a blend of theory and practice with an emphasis on practical hands-on learning delivered in our 2000 square foot on-site workshop.?Students will learn the terminology and application of automotive mechanic tools, the operational theory, principles and functions of all automotive engineering systems and the importance of compliance with the industry health and safety regulations. As well, students will gain an understanding of the importance of providing excellent customer service; communicating effectively and the routine tasks involved in the daily operation of an automotive service technician business.
Articulation ? Credit Transfer
Graduates of the SCBT Automotive Technology program may articulate to Canadore College of Applied Arts & Technology and receive a credit transfer of 39 credits towards the completion of the Canadore College 1.5 year Motive Power Technician Ontario College Diploma Program. (Articulating students must meet the admission requirements of Canadore College)
Diploma to Degree Pathway?
Graduates of the Canadore College 1.5 year Motive Power Technician may be eligible for advanced standing/exemptions for credit transfer to University. For more information please?click here.
Course Features
Schedule
0
Quizzes
0
Category
3 hours
Accreditation
All level
Articulations
English
Students
0
Assessments
Yes
Program Overview
Automotive Tools and Shop Safety
Automotive Service Management
Automotive Engines
Automotive Fuel Systems
Automotive Cooling Systems
Automotive Brake Systems
Automotive Lubrication Systems
Automotive Electrical Systems and Circuits
Automotive Powertrain and Transmissions
Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems
Automotive Heating, Ventilating and Air
Automotive Intake and Exhaust Systems
Welding for Automotive Mechanics
Basic Automotive Body Maintenance
Admission Requirements
An Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent, or
Students are 18 years of age or older and pass the program entrance examination
Safety shoes are required to enter all mechanical shop areas
Please see?Admissions?for detailed information.
Graduates may gain employment in motor vehicle dealers, garages, truck and trailer dealerships, fleet maintenance companies, and service stations, automotive specialty shops, transportation companies and retail establishments which have automotive service shops.
Common duties of graduates of the automotive technology program?NOC:?7321
Test automotive systems and components
Road test motor vehicles
Review work orders and discuss with supervisor
Advise customers on work required/performed and future repair requirements
Complete collision, fiberglass, plastics and painting and basic welding repairs
Perform tire and oil changes
Carry out automotive shop clean up and maintenance
Complete inventory of stock
Complete reports to record problems and/or work performed
Provide excellent customer service
(click?here?for more information )