Motive Power Technician - Automotive Service

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Courses - September 2025

Level 1

Course details

Automotive Maintenance and Repair
AUTO1467


Automotive Repair Practices
AUTO1475


College Reading & Writing Skills
COMM1085


Conestoga 101
CON0101


Applied Mathematics
MATH1830


Level 2

Course details

Engine Systems I
AUTO1232


Electrical/Electronic Fuel and Emission Systems I
AUTO1251


Drive Train Systems I
AUTO1272


Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems I
AUTO1292


Motive Power Business I
MOTV2205


Welding for Motive Power
WELD1610


Level 3

Course details

Air Conditioning Systems
AUTO1220


Electrical/Electronic and Emission Systems II
AUTO1261


Engine Systems II
AUTO2061


Drive Train Systems II
AUTO2081


Motive Power Business II
MOTV2265


Electives: General Education
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
AUTO2091


Advanced Electrical Systems
ELEC2131


Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
MOTV2180


Failure Analysis
MOTV2215


Shop and Parts Management
MOTV2306


Fuels and Diagnostics
MOTV2455


Electives: General Education
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

  1. 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.
  2. Diagnose and repair climate control systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  3. Diagnose and repair engine systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  4. Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic, personal safety, and emission components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  5. Diagnose and repair drive train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  6. Diagnose and repair suspension, steering, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  7. Disassemble and assemble components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of basic shop practices.
  8. Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to assess electronic circuits, vehicle systems, and subsystems.
  9. Apply knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics to the testing and analysis of motive power systems and subsystems.
  10. Communicate information effectively, credibly, and accurately by producing supporting documentation to appropriate standards.
  11. Use information technology and computer skills to support work in a motive power environment.
  12. Prepare, support, maintain, and communicate data from log, record, and documentation systems.
  13. Apply business practices, project management skills, and communication skills to improve customer service.
  14. Assist in quality-control and quality-assurance programs and procedures.
  15. Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
  16. 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.
  17. Perform soldering operations; welding and cutting using oxy-fuel; and welding using GMAW.