Fulfill the in-class requirements for your Automotive Service Technician (GM) Apprenticeship.

General Motors designed the Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship program to prepare Automotive Service Technician apprentices for a career with GM dealerships
Students will gain comprehensive knowledge about GM vehicles to effectively identify and analyze issues, and apply the most appropriate solutions
Students apply their theoretical and practical skills while working on new vehicles, training components, and various aids.

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Program Summary

Credential

College Certificate (32 Weeks)

Program Delivery

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Program Code

0568S01FWO

Area of Interest

Transportation

School

School of Advanced Technology

Campus

Ottawa

The Automotive Service Technician (GM-ASEP) Apprenticeship program has been designed by General Motors (GM) to prepare Automotive Service Technician apprentices for a career with GM dealerships.

Applicants to the Automotive Service Technician GM program must:...(read more)

Overview

Fulfill the in-class requirements for your Automotive Service Technician (GM) Apprenticeship.

The Automotive Service Technician (GM-ASEP) Apprenticeship program has been designed by General Motors (GM) to prepare Automotive Service Technician apprentices for a career with GM dealerships.

Applicants to the Automotive Service Technician GM program must:

be currently employed in the trade by General Motors
be formally registered as apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD)
have a valid Offer of Classroom Training from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD) that includes your Ministry Client ID and approved Class Number

Graduates are required to pass the Federal Red Seal Examination to qualify for a Certificate of Qualification in the Automotive Services Technician trade.

If you are not an apprentice but may want to become one, visit http://www.earnwhileyoulearn.ca/ for detailed information.

For Registered Apprentices: Over a two-year period, apprentices alternate between formal in-class training and hands-on work terms. During the work terms, apprentices are onsite at GM dealerships where they can apply their theoretical and practical skills while working on vehicles for real customers.

Classroom instructors are trained by GM and know the latest trends in technology. General Motors provides apprentices with the opportunity to work on new vehicles, training components and various aids. Apprentices learn about electrical systems, air conditioning systems, fuel systems, drivelines, engine mechanicals, power trains, steering and suspensions, brakes, options and accessories, computer-operated and assisted systems, truck components and systems, and body and trim. Apprentices also develop the ability to identify and analyze problems and to apply the appropriate solutions.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for apprentices who:

Enjoy a hands-on approach to learning about the automotive industry.
Have strong observational and analytical skills.
Enjoy working as a member of a team.

Courses

Programs at Algonquin College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities. Upon registration, each full-time student is provided an Algonquin email account which is used to communicate important information about program or course events.

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Level 01

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

AST8613

Course Name:

Work Practices 1

Course Description:

This course supplies knowledge to identify and select safe work procedures, power and hand tools, fasteners and tightening procedures, beari... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8614

Course Name:

Engine Systems 1

Course Description:

This course familiarizes apprentices with the operating theory of the internal combustion engine. The theory and applications of engine fund... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Code:

AST8615

Course Name:

Drive Train Systems 1

Course Description:

This course familiarizes apprentices with the types and styles of automotive drivelines. The operating principles of clutches and standard t... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8616

Course Name:

Electrical/Electronics and Emissions Systems 1

Course Description:

This course covers the theory and applications of electrical fundamentals, electrical/electronic diagnostic test equipment, electrical circu... + Read More

Hours:

96.0

Code:

AST8618

Course Name:

Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems 1

Course Description:

This course familiarizes apprentices with the operating principles of suspension, steering and brake systems. Emphasis is placed on safety a... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Level 02

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

AST8623

Course Name:

Work Practices 2

Course Description:

This course covers operating and servicing procedures for automotive air conditioning systems. Emphasis is placed on safe operating procedur... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8624

Course Name:

Engine Systems 2

Course Description:

In this course, apprentices identify disassembly and assembly procedures for Overhead Camshaft (OHC) internal combustion engines. Emphasis i... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Code:

AST8625

Course Name:

Drive Train Systems 2

Course Description:

This course familiarizes apprentices with the types and styles of standard transmissions and transaxles. Introductory information relating t... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8626

Course Name:

Electrical/Electronics and Emission Systems 2

Course Description:

This course provides electrical knowledge to identify, describe, and diagnose integrated electronic systems and accessories. Included is the... + Read More

Hours:

96.0

Code:

AST8628

Course Name:

Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems 2

Course Description:

This course familiarizes apprentices with the servicing and adjustment procedures for suspension, steering and brake systems. Emphasis is pl... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Level 03

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

AST8632

Course Name:

Electrical/Electronics and Emission Systems 3

Course Description:

This course gives apprentices the opportunity to learn the terminology, construction, operating fundamentals, and diagnostic routines used i... + Read More

Hours:

96.0

Code:

AST8633

Course Name:

Work Practices 3

Course Description:

This course covers operating and servicing procedures for advanced air conditioning systems. Upon completion of this course, apprentices are... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8634

Course Name:

Engine Systems 3

Course Description:

This course prepares apprentices to diagnose and repair internal combustion engines. Emphasis is placed on developing a diagnostic approach ... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8635

Course Name:

Drive Train Systems 3

Course Description:

In this course, the apprentice studies various types of torque converters and automatic transmissions. The fundamentals, operating principle... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Code:

AST8638

Course Name:

Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems 3

Course Description:

This course familiarizes the apprentice mechanic with an in-depth study of vehicle suspension and steering systems. The operation and servic... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Level 04

Code

Course Name & Description

Hours

Code:

AST8643

Course Name:

Work Practices 4

Course Description:

This course covers the disable and enable procedures on intermediate and high voltage Vehicles. The course also goes over the different type... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8644

Course Name:

Engine Systems 4

Course Description:

This course prepares apprentices for in-depth diagnosis and repair of internal combustion engines. With the aid of advanced equipment and to... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

AST8645

Course Name:

Drive Train Systems 4

Course Description:

This course emphasizes the fundamentals, construction and operation of electronically controlled transmissions. The theory of operation, fun... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Code:

AST8648

Course Name:

Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems 4

Course Description:

This course familiarizes apprentices with the operation and servicing procedures for steering systems components. Throughout the course, emp... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Code:

AST8649

Course Name:

Electrical/Electronics and Emission Systems 4

Course Description:

This course is designed to provide apprentice mechanics with advanced diagnosis and test procedures involved in the repair of distributorles... + Read More

Hours:

96.0

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Careers & Pathways

Careers

Apprentices are employed by General Motors dealerships as a prerequisite to training.

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Tuition & Fees

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2024/2025 Academic Year

Tuition Fees: $400 per level.

Incidental Fee: $150 per level.

Information Technology Fee: $43.86 per level.

Students are responsible for supplies, including textbooks, safety footwear, and parking and locker fees, if applicable.

Admissions Requirements

All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.

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Admissions Next Steps

Program Eligibility

General Motors requires that the applicants be Grade 12 graduates, or equivalent, with a broad-based education covering English, mathematics, and the sciences.
Trainees must be sponsored by a General Motors dealer.
Interested potential applicants should contact a local GM dealer or the (GM-ASEP) coordinator at the College.

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