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Automotive Service Technician

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  • School of Natural Resources & Industrial Trades
  • Duration: 35 Weeks
  • Start Date: September 2022

    This program is currently full for Fall 2022 at the Gander and Prince Philip Drive campuses and applications are now closed. Please continue to revisit this page to see when applications will re-open for Fall 2023.

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Locations & Delivery Modes

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Gander - On Campus delivery
Prince Philip Drive - On Campus delivery

Description


This red seal program provides training in adjusting, testing and repairing engines, steering systems, braking systems, drive trains, vehicle suspensions, electrical systems and air conditioning systems, and do wheel alignments. Some of the duties include:
  • Repair, rebuild and service specific parts
  • Diagnose using testing equipment
  • Dismantle and reassemble damaged parts
  • Prepare scheduled maintenance
  • Interact and advise customers


Note: This program may not be suitable for applicants who do not have normal color perception.
  
OUTCOMES

  1. Demonstrate safe work practices and personal protection.
  2. Diagnose and repair engine systems.
  3. Diagnose and repair engine support systems.
  4. Diagnose and repair vehicle management systems.
  5. Diagnose and repair drive line systems.
  6. Diagnose and repair electrical systems and components.


ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Eligibility for admission requires the applicant to meet one of the following academic criteria:

1. High School
High School Graduation
2. Adult Basic Education
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with General College Profile (or Business Related College Profile or Degree and Technical Profile). It is strongly recommended that courses include the following:
i. Mathematics 1102A, 1102B, 1102C and 2102A, 2102B, 2102C or 3102A, 3102B and 3102C
ii. Science 3101, 3102, 3103
3. Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Trades
Comprehensive Arts and Science (Trades) Certificate
4. Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, must be at least 19 years of age at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.
5. International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into regular programs. The College will accept these recognized tests of English language proficiency (TOEFL paper based 550, TOEFL Internet based 79, TOEFL computer based 213 or equivalent, IELTS Academic Test overall band score of 6.0, or Pearson PTE 53 or greater, etc.).
If a language proficiency test other than those referenced above was used, applicants can forward for assessment.
If an international applicant has attended an educational institution (high school or post-secondary) for a period of three years or more where the official language of instruction was English, the English language proficiency test will not be required.
Note: Some programs may require specific English language requirements and proficiency scores that differ from those stated above; therefore international applicants are advised to please refer to the specific program admission requirements as identified in the College Calendar.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates may find employment in the following areas:

  • Garages
  • Service Stations

Courses


 

COURSES  
CODE TITLE  
Level 1 Pre-Employment Hrs
TS1510
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Occupational Health and Safety 6
TS1520
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WHMIS 6
TS1530
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Standard First Aid 14
SV1105 Safety in the Shop 12
SV1165 Hand Tools 30
SV1177 Shop Tools & Equipment 24
SV1188 Fasteners, Tubing and Fittings 14
SV1158 Service Information Systems & Trade Related Documents 16
SV1217 Tire Wheels and Hubs 24
SV1552 Body Components, Accessories and Trim 20
SV1256 Suspension I 48
SV1228 Steering Systems 64
SV1642 Brake Systems I (Non-ABS) 60
SV1132 Introduction to Electrical and Electronic Principles 90
SV1377 Batteries 18
SV1287 Drive Shafts and Axle Shafts 30
SV1306 Engine Principles (Gasoline and Diesel) 90
SV1600 Ignition Systems 30
SV1387 Introduction to Starting Systems 30
SV1396 Introduction to Charging Systems 30
SV1311 Introduction to Cooling Systems 30
SV1197 Lubrication and Fluids Servicing 24
SV1691 Introduction to Accessory Drive Systems 18
SV1681 Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMI) 24
SV1700 Hybrid Systems I 24
SV1125 Gaskets, Seals and Bearings 30
WD1301 Oxy-Fuel Welding/Cutting 30
SV1710 Gas Metal Arc Welding GMAW (MIG) 30
SV2282 Pre Delivery Inspection 18
AM1000 Introduction to Essentials Skills 9
AM1101 Math Essentials 42
AM1221 Automotive Service Math Fundamentals 42
CM2161 Communication Essentials 36
SD1761 Workplace Essentials 24
MC1062 Computer Essentials 15
AP1102 Introduction to Apprenticeship 12


A certificate from College of the North Atlantic will be awarded upon successful completion of pre-employment level courses.
 
APPRENTICESHIP
Upon completion of the pre-employment certificate program, a graduate may pursue Red Seal Certification by finding employment, registering as an “Apprentice” and completing the following Advanced Level training and required work experience. The apprenticeship may take 4-5 years and would lead to Journeyperson status in the trade. For more information regarding apprenticeship refer to Plans of Training (POT) - Immigration, Population Growth and Skills (gov.nl.ca).

 

Level 2 Advanced Level             Hrs
AST-200 Cooling Systems 12
AST-205 Engine Lubrication Systems 12
AST-210 Accessory Drive Systems 12
AST-215 Engine Repair 42
AST-220 Starting Systems 12
AST-225 Charging Systems 12
AST-230 Lighting and Wiper Systems 18
AST-235 Steering Systems II 12
AST-240 Suspension Systems II 24
AST-245 Braking Systems II 24
AST-250 Manual Transmissions and Transaxles 36
AST-255 Clutches 6
AST-260 Final Drive Assemblies 18
     
Level 3 Advanced Level Hrs
AST-300 Transfer Cases 24
AST-305 Gasoline Fuel Delivery and Injection Systems 24
AST-310 Gasoline Injection Systems 24
AST-315 Vehicle Networking Systems 60
AST-320 Gasoline Emission Control Systems 24
AST-325 Gasoline Intake and Exhaust Systems 18
AST-330 Electrical Options and Accessories 30
AST-335 Motor Vehicle Inspection 6
     
Level 4 Advanced Level Hrs
AST-400 Mentoring 6
AST-405 Diesel Fuel Delivery and Injection Systems 18
AST-410 Diesel Emission and Control Systems 18
AST-415 Diesel Intake and Exhaust Systems 6
AST-420 Entertainment Systems 15
AST-425 Instrumentation and Information Displays 15
AST-430 Restraints Systems 24
AST-435 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles 48
AST-440 Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems 30
AST-445 Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Systems 30
AST-450 Program Review 30
     


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