Motive Power Fundamentals - Automotive Repair

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Program description - September 2023

Do you enjoy working on or being around cars? Do you like working with your hands? This one-year program will kickstart your career as an automotive service technician. With a focus on hands-on training, Conestoga graduates are well-positioned to enter and be successful working in this trade. Throughout the program, you will develop a strong foundation of technical skills needed for the automotive field. You will practice safe working procedures in the use of tools, machinery, and equipment in 20,000 square feet of combined shop space. To round out your training, you will be introduced to fundamental business concepts. As a graduate, you will have an opportunity to receive exemption from Level 1 of the Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship in-school training.

Program details

Code: 1381
Start: September 2023
Campus: Guelph
Delivery: Hybrid
Length: 1 year
Credential: Ontario College Certificate

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Tuition & fees

Tuition and fee details for the 2024-2025 academic year (September to August) are listed below. Books and supplies may be additional.

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Canadian

International

Tuition
$2696.00
$14163.00
Ancillary Fees
$1588.06
$2868.06
Total Fees
$4284.06
$17031.06

Canadian fee details

Description Fall 2023 Winter 2024
Full-time Program Tuition $1348.00 $1348.00
Administration Fee $25.00 $25.00
CSI Advocacy Fee $8.00 $8.00
CSI Association Fee $102.00 $102.00
CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee $300.00 -
CSI Legal Care Fee $30.00 -
eText Fee $138.00 $72.00
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee $20.00 $20.00
HST $21.06 -
ONE Card Fee $7.50 $7.50
Student Services $86.00 $86.00
Supply Fee (Taxed) $162.00 -
Technology Enhancement Fee $110.00 $110.00
CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) $70.00 -
CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) $4.00 $4.00
CSI Student Events Fee (optional) $30.00 $30.00
Sustainability Fee (optional) $5.00 $5.00
Term Total $2466.56 $1817.50
Year Total   $4284.06

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International fee details

Description Fall 2023 Winter 2024
International Program Tuition $7081.50 $7081.50
Administration Fee $25.00 $25.00
CSI Advocacy Fee $8.00 $8.00
CSI Association Fee $102.00 $102.00
CSI College Int'l Health Insurance Plan (CIHIP) $530.00 -
CSI Extended Health & Dental Plan Fee $300.00 -
CSI Legal Care Fee $30.00 -
eText Fee $138.00 $72.00
Graduation/Alumni Services Fee $20.00 $20.00
HST $21.06 -
ISR $375.00 $375.00
ONE Card Fee $7.50 $7.50
Student Services $86.00 $86.00
Supply Fee (Taxed) $162.00 -
Technology Enhancement Fee $110.00 $110.00
CSI - Student Welcome Kit Fee (optional) $70.00 -
CSI Student Club & Society Fee (optional) $4.00 $4.00
CSI Student Events Fee (optional) $30.00 $30.00
Sustainability Fee (optional) $5.00 $5.00
Term Total $9105.06 $7926.00
Year Total   $17031.06

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Program device requirements

Program device & software requirements

This program requires you to have a device that meets certain specifications. For most students, this cost is in addition to the tuition & fees listed above.

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Financial assistance

The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) is a needs-based program designed to help Ontario students cover the cost of post-secondary education. Funded by the federal and provincial governments, OSAP is intended to promote equality of opportunity for post-secondary studies through direct financial assistance for educational costs and living expenses. These interest-free loans are intended to supplement your financial resources and those of your family. The majority of students apply for loan assistance via the OSAP website. Students can also print the application booklet through the OSAP website. For more information, please visit OSAP & aid.

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Delivery sequence - September 2023 - Guelph

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