Fulfill the in-class requirements for your Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship.

This program prepares students for four motive power trades: truck and coach technician, farm equipment mechanic, heavy-duty equipment mechanic, and powered lift truck technician
Study topics including trade practices, fluid power systems, engine systems, electrical systems, fuel systems, drivetrain systems, wheel end assemblies and brake systems
Students gain a combination of theory and learning practical, hands-on skills in the College’s shops

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Program Summary

Credential

Not Applicable (8 Weeks)

Program Delivery

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Program Code

0529C01FWO

Area of Interest

Transportation

School

School of Advanced Technology

Campus

Ottawa

The Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship program serves as the basic level in-class portion for four motive power trades: truck and coach technician, farm equipment mechanic, heavy duty equipment mechanic and powered lift truck technician. The curriculum is based on the skills and competencies common to these related occupations.

Applicants to the Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship program must:...(read more)

Overview

Fulfill the in-class requirements for your Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship.

Applicants to the Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship program must:

be currently employed in the trade
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 that includes your Ministry Client ID and approved Class Number

Truck and coach technician, farm equipment mechanic, heavy duty equipment mechanic and powered lift truck technician are all compulsory trades which require a certificate of qualification to work in Ontario.

If you are considering a future in this field, you may find a career as an automotive service technician. You may also be employed in:

small garages
truck dealerships
farm and equipment dealerships
equipment supply firms

If you are not an apprentice, but want to learn more about apprenticeships, visit www.ontario.ca/page/skilled-trades for detailed information.

For registered apprentices: During the eight-week term, you study topics including trade practices, fluid power systems, engine systems, electrical systems, fuel systems, drive train systems, wheel end assemblies and brake systems. More than half of your class time is spent in theory, with the remaining time spent learning practical, hands-on skills in the College`s shops.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for apprentices who:

Enjoy a hands-on approach to learning about the motive power industry.
Have strong observational and analytical skills.
Can work independently.

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:

TRK8307

Course Name:

Engine Systems I

Course Description:

Apprentices are introduced to the operating principles and construction features of diesel engines pertaining to the various commercial vehi... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Code:

TRK8308

Course Name:

Trade Practices

Course Description:

Apprentices are introduced to trade practices and procedures in the repair and service of commercial vehicles and equipment and are prepared... + Read More

Hours:

40.0

Code:

TRK8309

Course Name:

Fluid Power Systems 1

Course Description:

Apprentices are introduced to fluid power systems pertaining to the various commercial vehicles and equipment trades. Topics include fluid p... + Read More

Hours:

24.0

Code:

TRK8310

Course Name:

Drive Train Systems 1

Course Description:

Apprentices are introduced to the operating principles and construction features of drive train systems pertaining to the various commercial... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

TRK8311

Course Name:

Wheel End Assemblies and Brake Systems

Course Description:

Apprentices are introduced to the operating principles and construction features of brake systems pertaining to the various commercial vehic... + Read More

Hours:

32.0

Code:

TRK8312

Course Name:

Fuel Systems 1

Course Description:

Apprentices are introduced to the operating principles and construction features of fuel systems pertaining to the various commercial vehicl... + Read More

Hours:

24.0

Code:

TRK8313

Course Name:

Electrical Systems 1

Course Description:

Apprentices are introduced to the operating principles and construction features of electrical systems pertaining to the various commercial ... + Read More

Hours:

48.0

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Careers & Pathways

Careers

Graduates may be employed as automotive service technicians. Opportunities exist in small garages, truck, farm and equipment dealerships, equipment supply firms, construction, private industries and government.

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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, safety glasses, and parking and locker fees, as applicable.

Admissions Requirements

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

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Admissions Next Steps

Program Eligibility

Applicants must be formally registered as apprentices and be released by their sponsor to attend the College.
Eligibility is determined by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development.

Application Information