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Level 1
Course details
Automotive Maintenance and Repair
AUTO1467
Automotive Repair Practices
AUTO1475
College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085
Computer Applications
COMP1280
Conestoga 101
CON0101
Applied Mathematics
MATH1830
Motive Power Business I
MOTV2205
Level 2
Course details
Engine Systems I
AUTO1231
Electrical/Electronic Fuel and Emission Systems I
AUTO1250
Drive Train Systems I
AUTO1271
Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems I
AUTO1291
Career Launch
CDEV1820
Welding for Motive Power
WELD1610
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 3
Course details
Air Conditioning Systems
AUTO1220
Electrical/Electronic and Emission Systems II
AUTO1260
Engine Systems II
AUTO2060
Drive Train Systems II
AUTO2080
Motive Power Business II
MOTV2265
Motive Power Shop Management
MOTV2285
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
Level 4
Course details
Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems II
AUTO2090
Advanced Electrical Systems
ELEC2130
Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
MOTV2180
Failure Analysis
MOTV2215
Parts Management
MOTV2305
Fuels and Diagnostics
MOTV2455
Student must pass 1 Course(s), selected in the Student Portal from available course options
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
- Analyse, diagnose, and solve various motive power system problems by using problem-solving and critical thinking skills and strategies and by applying fundamental knowledge of motor vehicle operation, components, and their interrelationships.
- Diagnose and repair climate control systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair engine systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic, personal safety, and emission components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair drive train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair suspension, steering, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
- Disassemble and assemble components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of basic shop practices.
- Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to assess electronic circuits, vehicle systems, and subsystems.
- Apply knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics to the testing and analysis of motive power systems and subsystems.
- Communicate information effectively, credibly, and accurately by producing supporting documentation to appropriate standards.
- Use information technology and computer skills to support work in a motive power environment.
- Prepare, support, maintain, and communicate data from log, record, and documentation systems.
- Apply business practices, project management skills, and communication skills to improve customer service.
- Assist in quality-control and quality-assurance programs and procedures.
- Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
- 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 soldering operations; welding and cutting using oxy-fuel; and welding using GMAW.