Please note:
Program description
This 721-hour program, is based on 3 Levels and is designed to provide the apprentice with theoretical knowledge of all aspects of automotive repair, including the practical training necessary to complement the apprentice's on-the-job training experience. Completion of all three levels of this program provides the graduate with an Ontario College Certificate titled Motive Power Fundamentals - Automotive Service Apprenticeship.
Program details
Fees & payment
- Fees are set by the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development as per the Offer of Classroom Training.
- Books, safety equipment, tools, and parking fees are additional. For details, visit Orientation & support.
- Applicants are registered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Awards & scholarships
Many program-specific awards are administered by individual programs. Students should speak to their faculty or program coordinators about additional awards available in their program specific areas.
Courses
Level 1
Course details
Work Practices
AUTO1010
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: $248.50
Engine Systems
AUTO1021
- Hours: 35
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Electrical/Electronic and Emissions Systems
AUTO1030
- Hours: 98
- Credits: 7
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Drive Train Systems
AUTO1045
- Hours: 35
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems
AUTO1050
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 2
Course details
Air Conditioning Systems
AUTO2010
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Engine Systems
AUTO2021
- Hours: 35
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Electrical/Electronic and Emission Systems
AUTO2030
- Hours: 98
- Credits: 7
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Drive Train Systems
AUTO2041
- Hours: 35
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems
AUTO2050
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Level 3
Course details
Automotive Apprenticeship Examination Preparation Course
AUTO0210
This 30-hour course is designed to assist the apprentices with their preparation to write the Certificate of Qualification exam for the Automotive Service Technician trade. It will consist of a review of the materials taught during the three levels of in-school training. Common areas of difficulty will be determined and additional in-depth review of these areas will be provided. This program is sponsored totally by the MLITSD and has no grade assigned.
- Hours: 30
- Credits: 0
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Work Practices
AUTO3010
- Hours: 28
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Drive Train Systems
AUTO3021
- Hours: 35
- Credits: 2
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems
AUTO3030
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Electrical/Electronic and Emission Systems
AUTO3040
- Hours: 98
- Credits: 7
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Engine Systems
AUTO3050
Students will demonstrate a working knowledge of the purpose, construction and operating principles of lubricating, cooling, and accessory drive systems. Students will also disassemble, diagnose, and reassemble a failed internal combustion engine.
- Hours: 42
- Credits: 3
- Pre-Requisites:
- CoRequisites:
- Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs: No cost.
Please note:
Estimated required text and/or learning resource costs are based on the most recent available data through the Conestoga Campus Store.
Program outcomes
- 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.
- Perform foundational trade-related practices to include the use of fasteners, hoists, lifting and welding equipment.
- Disassemble and assemble automotive components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of shop practices.
- Diagnose and repair automotive electrical and electronic components and powertrain management systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Use a variety of test equipment, schematics, and troubleshooting techniques to assess automotive electrical/electronic systems, fuel systems, and subsystems.
- Diagnose and repair automotive fuel and emission components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair automotive engine components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair automotive drive train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Diagnose, repair and maintain automotive suspension, steering, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair automotive climate control systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
Program handbook
Program handbookGraduate opportunities
A successful graduate can become a shop foreman, service advisor, service manager, parts delivery or parts counter representative, parts manager, general manager or shop owner.
For more details on related occupations, job market information and career opportunities, see the Government of Canada website: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home
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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