Pre-Apprenticeship Truck and Coach/Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
- Credential:
- Certificate
- College Code:
- CONS
- School:
- Trades & Apprenticeship
- Program Code:
- 0464
- Accelerated Delivery:
- No
- Campus:
- GU
- Academic Year:
- 2020 / 2021
About the Program
The Pre-Apprenticeship Truck and Coach/Heavy Duty Equipment Technician program consists of 22 weeks in-school and 8 weeks on-the-job and will equip students with the basic skills required to secure a position as an apprentice. The curriculum provides the student with Commercial Vehicle common core Level 1 apprentice training, to increase the student's general level of knowledge about the Truck and Coach/Heavy Duty Equipment Technician industries. An eight week placement, academic upgrading and employment strategies are also included in the program curriculum. See Apprenticeship - General Information.Program Information
Length: 30-week Certificate programLocation: Guelph
Start: April
First-Year Capacity: 24
Admission Requirements
- Grade 12 or equivalent preferred, exceptions will be reviewed on an individual basis
- 16 years of age or over
- A resident of, and able to work in, Ontario
Note re: Admission Requirements
- Students must be able to receive instruction, respond and research in the English language.
Admission Procedures
- Attend a program information session
- Applicants must complete a Conestoga College application form
- Applicants will be tested in Mathematics, Mechanical Reasoning and English
- Applicants who complete the required tests may be invited to return for a personal interview
- Acceptance is based on a combination of the test results and the personal interview
What is Apprenticeship?
For information on the apprenticeship system in Ontario, including how to register as an apprentice, visit the apprenticeship section of our website.Apprenticeship Training - General Information
Becoming a Journeyperson
Skilled workers (journeypersons) are in high demand in a broad range of occupations and make an important contribution to Canada's economic growth. If you are interested in becoming a journeyperson, you must first complete an apprenticeship. Women are encouraged to investigate the significant benefits of a career in a skilled occupation.
On-the-Job Experience
Once you have decided which occupation best suits your interests and talents, it is up to you to find an employer willing to employ you as an apprentice.In-School Training
Conestoga College provides the in-school training portion for a variety of skilled trades. You will be released from work to attend trade school either in a block or a one-day-a-week format, depending on the trade and delivery options.Program Requirements
To apply for this program, please contact 519-748-5220 ext. 3038 or preapp@conestogac.on.ca.Program Outcomes
- Safely move heavy equipment and trucks.
- Maintain heavy equipment and trucks.
- Demonstrate Oxy-fuel and SMAW welding practices at a basic level.
- Work in a team environment with others in ways that contribute to an effective and safe work place following the principles of WHMIS, OHSA and other safe working practices pertaining to the Commercial vehicles.
- Demonstrate basic first aid skills.
- Prepare logs, records, and documentation to appropriate standards.
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic and fluid power systems at a basic level.
- Disassemble, diagnose and repair basic engine systems in commercial vehicles.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the operating principles, testing and repair of commercial vehicle electrical systems at a basic level.
- Demonstrate knowledge of operating principles and servicing drive trains in commercial vehicles at a basic level.
- Demonstrate knowledge of operation and servicing of diesel fuel injection systems on commercial vehicles at a basic level.
- Inspect, test and service commercial vehicle braking systems at a basic level.
- Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational, health, safety, and environmental law; established policies and procedures; codes and regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles.
- Plan job strategies, develop interview skills and effective written and interpersonal communication skills.
Tuition & Fees
This program is funded by the Government of Ontario.Graduate Opportunities
Graduates may choose to pursue an apprenticeship in the Heavy Duty Equipment Technician (HDET), Truck and Coach (T&C) Technician, or enter other motive power disciplines such as Farm Equipment Technician or Power Lift Truck Technician.For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home
Trade Equivalency Assessment
If you have more than five years of experience working in a trade-specific area from outside of Canada or within Canada, you may want to pursue challenging your Certificate of Qualification. For more information on Trade Equivalency Assessments contact 1-855-299-0028 or email at info@collegesoftrades.ca. Many Ontario colleges offer pre-certification courses in a variety of trade areas that assist you in preparing to write or re-write your certification exam. These also serve as excellent refresher courses. For more information on part-time pre-certification programs to assist you in preparing for the Certificate of Qualification examination, check out the Conestoga College Continuing Education offerings at https://continuing-education.conestogac.on.ca/ or contact 519-824-9390 ext 6148.Exemption Testing
Exemption tests may be available to challenge for individual Levels. Please contact the Test Centre https://www.conestogac.on.ca/testing-services/#apprenticeship-exemption-test-details.Program Courses
| Course Code | Course Title and Description |
|---|---|
| Level 1 | |
| ATST1010 | Academic Upgrading
Description: This course will prepare students for entry into trades and apprenticeship. Students will learn and apply problem-solving strategies, reasoning skills, and mathematical concepts and procedures to solve problems to improve mathematical and communication skills. Relevant topics will be selected for each student from within the major categories of pre-algebra, algebra, measurement, data analysis and geometry/trigonometry. This course will also enable students to strengthen their communication skills in workplace reading and writing. |
| COMP1127 | Computer Applications
Description: Students will receive training on computer operating systems (Windows), as well as training on basic word processing and spreadsheets. |
| ETR1120 | Employment Strategies and Workplace Exposure
Description: Students will prepare to enter the job market and will be given the opportunity explore a variety of workplaces in this course. Life-long career planning strategies will be the focus including networking, interview and researching skills; developing a personalized resume and cover letter; and understanding current labour market information. They will also develop and enhance skills in teamwork, decision making and goal setting. A variety of workplace tours will be included to increase their knowledge of the trade and industry. |
| MOTV1180 | Motive Power Safety and WHMIS
Description: In this course students will review safe working practices, housekeeping, hazard awareness, the use of personal protective equipment, safety legislation and regulations, and WHMIS. |
| MOTV1960 | Basics of Heavy Equipment Service Theory
Description: The student will be given an overview of heavy equipment systems, plus the operation and interpretation of tools, diagnostic equipment and meters, including basic function and usage of trade related hand and power tools. A major component of this course will deal with part and component identification and location. This will also include hydraulics and pump operation theory. |
| MOTV1970 | Basics of Heavy Equipment Service Shop
Description: The student will be given an overview of heavy equipment systems, plus the operation and interpretation of tools, diagnostic equipment and meters, including basic function and usage of trade related hand and power tools. A major component of this course will deal with part and component identification and location. This will also include hydraulics and pump operation theory. |
| TRCK1600 | Basics of Heavy Duty Truck Systems Theory
Description: The course will introduce the student to the operation of tools and equipment in a truck shop environment. The course will include precision measuring equipment, shop safety, electrical systems introduction, general vehicle maintenance, cab controls, brake systems, drive trains, engine systems and fuel systems. |
| TRCK1610 | Basics of Heavy Duty Truck Systems Shop
Description: The course will introduce the student to the operation of tools and equipment in a truck shop environment. The course will include precision measuring equipment, shop safety, electrical systems introduction, general vehicle maintenance, cab controls, brake systems, drive trains, engine systems and fuel systems in a practical shop setting. |
| WELD1930 | Introduction to Oxy Fuel
Description: The students will have a basic coverage of theory and practical applications of oxy-fuel welding and cutting, brazing and soldering and heating applications. Students will learn the safe setup procedures for an oxy-fuel welding and cutting set, demonstrate heating and cutting, brazing applications and fusion welding of thin gauge material. |
| WELD1940 | Introduction to SMAW Process
Description: A basic coverage of theory and practical applications to the SMAW process, including electrode selection, and basic welding techniques. The students will learn electrode classifications, electrical principles, joint design and basic weld symbols. In the practical shop environment the student will practice stringers and fillet welds with different thicknesses and various electrodes. |
| Level 2 | |
| TRCK1010 | Trade Practices
Description: Demonstrate a basic working knowledge of recommended trade work practices; construction, operating principles, testing and servicing of tools and equipment, bearings, seals and sealants, fasteners, precision measuring equipment, personal safety and legalities, setup and safety for oxy-acetylene cutting and heating. |
| TRCK1020 | Fluid Power Systems
Description: Demonstrate a basic knowledge of fluid power fundamentals, components, graphic symbols and principles of operation. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of fluids, filters, conductors and connectors and setting up a proper maintenance schedule. |
| TRCK1030 | Engine Systems
Description: Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the construction, engine types and components, operating principles, testing and servicing of diesel combustion engine assemblies, cylinder heads and valve trains, lubrication systems, cooling systems, intake and exhaust systems. |
| TRCK1040 | Electrical Systems
Description: Demonstrate a basic working knowledge of the principles of electrical theory and laws, and use of electrical test equipment. Demonstrate an ability to trace, test and repair electrical circuits and components. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of electromagnetic devices and test and service batteries. |
| TRCK1050 | Fuel Systems
Description: Demonstrate a basic knowledge of diesel fuel systems, injection principles, injection sub-systems and hydraulic injection systems. |
| TRCK1060 | Drive Train Systems
Description: Demonstrate a basic knowledge of the construction, operating principles; testing and servicing of power train clutch assemblies, gearing fundamentals, countershaft manual transmissions, driveshafts, PTO's, universal joints and single drive axle assemblies. |
| TRCK1075 | Wheel End Assemblies and Brake Systems
Description: Demonstrate a basic working knowledge of the construction, operating principles, testing and servicing of hydraulic brake and air brake systems, and wheel end assemblies. |
| Level 3 | |
| FPLT1160 | Field Placement (Pre-Apprenticeship Truck and Coach/Heavy Equipment Technician)
Description: Students will participate in on-the-job training using the apprenticeship training standards for the respective trade. The student will apply the skills taught in the in-school portion of the program and will demonstrate effective work habits, time management and organizational skills. |
Program Advisory Committees
The College appoints Program Advisory Committee members for diploma, degree, certificate and apprenticeship programs. Committees are composed of employers, practitioners and recent program graduates. College representatives (students, faculty, and administrators) are resource persons. Each committee advises the Board on the development of new programs, the monitoring of existing programs and community acceptance of programs.For a list of the current members, please visit our Program Advisory Committees.
Apply Now
- To apply for this program, please contact 519-748-5220 ext. 3038 or preapp@conestogac.on.ca.
Apprenticeship Registration
Before registering as an apprenticeship you must:- Find an employer
- Request registration from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development
- Confirm your seat with Conestoga once you have received your offer of classroom training from the Ministry
- Pay the appropriate classroom fee
Registration for the in-school training portion is on a first-come, first-served basis. All apprentices in Ontario are required to be a member in good standing with the Ontario College of Trades. Visit Employment Ontario's Start an apprenticeship website for more details. If you have questions pertaining to the in-school training portion, call Conestoga at 519-748-5220 ext. 3382.
Disclaimer
The College reserves the right to alter information including requirements and fees and to cancel at any time a program, course, or program major or option; to change the location and/or term in which a program or course is offered; to change the program curriculum as necessary to meet current competencies in the job market or for budgetary reasons; or to withdraw an offer of admission both prior to and after its acceptance by an applicant or student because of insufficient applications or registrations, over-acceptance of offers of admission, budgetary constraints, or for other such reasons. In the event the College exercises such a right, the College’s sole liability will be the return of monies paid by the applicant or student to the College.
Students actively registered in cohort delivered programs who take longer than the designed program length of time to complete their studies are accountable for completing any new or additional courses that may result due to changes in the program of study. Unless otherwise stated, students registered in non-cohort delivered programs must complete the program of study within seven years of being admitted to the program.
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