Automotive Technology

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Saint JohnSeptember 2020 (Year 1 is offered in Saint John and the second year of the program is offered in Moncton) Domestic | International
MonctonSeptember 2020 Domestic | International
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Program Overview

Automotive Technicians know how to keep fuel efficient, clean running, high performing vehicles on the road. Through a blend of classroom and practical work, you'll learn how to diagnose, service, and repair complex components using mechanical skills and electronic diagnostic equipment. This apprenticeable trade will prepare you well for contemporary computerized shops. With options for further study or work experience, your road ahead is wide open.

Duration

The requirements for this diploma program may be achieved within two academic years of full-time study.

Students can exit at the end of year one and obtain Automotive Service Technician certification.


 

Admission Requirements

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  • High School Diploma or Adult High School Diploma or GED Diploma of High School Equivalency

    (NB Francophone High School Math Equivalencies)

    Career Possibilities

    As a graduate of this program you may be employed in private or dealer automotive repair shops, trade-related fields such as distributors of automobile parts, specialty repair shops or warranty specialists for manufacturers. Automotive Technicians are employed by service facilities, car and truck dealerships and by large organizations that own fleet vehicles. Experienced Automotive Technicians may advance to service manager or shop foreman. Some Automotive Technicians open their own repair facilities.

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    Program Courses

    This year's courses are still under development. Showing 2019's courses for reference.

    The purpose of this course is to refresh skills in mathematics developed through secondary programs in areas deemed essential for the successful completion of the program. Although the topics covered in this course are common to any math program, every effort is made to illustrate their usage in the trades’ professions.

    This course introduces students to proper applications of basic electrical and electronic principles and to proper handling and usage of batteries.

    Prerequisites:

    • SECU1002E
    • SECU1221F



    Prerequisites:

    • MESE1049A

    This course provides an introduction to the meaning of community service.  Students learn how community service can enhance a student’s educational experience, personal growth, employability, and civic responsibility. Students participate in one day of volunteering to enhance their understanding of civic responsibility and to help the New Brunswick Community College realize its vision of transforming lives and communities. 

    In this course, students focus on applying communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, document use, and critical thinking to make occupation-specific communication effective and efficient while developing computer-related skills necessary to be successful in college and on the job.
     
     

    In this course, students focus on acquiring job search skills to gain a work-term placement as well as employment while also, developing interpersonal communication skills needed to grow their career.
     

    This is a 1-day environmental awareness training course based on Environment Canada's "Environmental Code of Practice for the Elimination of Fluorocarbon Emissions from Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems, 2014". It is suitable for residential, commercial, industrial, domestic, automotive and mobile applications. Specific topics covered are: CFCs and the ozone layer, isolation valving, recommended components, leak detection methods, system charging procedures, special maintenance provisions, and refrigerant recovery, reuse, recycle and reclamation equipment.

    Prerequisites:

      This course instructs students on the proper use of hand tools and shop equipment. They are also introduced to the proper use of fasteners, tubing and fittings. Motor Vehicle Body Repairer and Painter students also learn the safe use of hydraulic body jacks.

      Prerequisites:

        A safe and healthy workplace is the responsibility of the employer and the employee. This course introduces students to the importance of working safely and addresses how employers and employees can control the hazards and risks associated with the workplace. Students will also learn about the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders including WorkSafeNB, the employer and the employee in ensuring workplaces are safe.

        This course will introduce students to proper service and repair procedures for brake systems and components.

        Prerequisites:

        • SECU1002E
        • SECU1221F

        This course trains students to correctly repair and maintain suspension systems, their components, and chassis basics.

        Prerequisites:

        • SECU1002E
        • SECU1221F

        This course introduces students to manual and power steering systems and components. Students learn to disassemble, assemble, test, diagnose, repair and maintain steering gear and linkages.

        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1129H
        • SECU1002E

        The purpose of the practicum is to provide students with a direct, supervised practical experience. Such an experience enables students to apply the knowledge acquired during their training directly to their field of study. The practicum exposes the students to the trade environment and participants are expected to become members of the team in the industry site to which they are attached.

        Students learn procedures for pre-delivery and provincial motor vehicle inspections. Additionally, students learn to diagnose and repair body components and trim.

        Prerequisites:

        • SECU1221F

        This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills required to diagnose, service, and repair engine support systems.

        Prerequisites:

        • SECU1002E
        • SECU1221F

        This course is designed to provide students with the fundamental skills required to diagnose, service, and repair drivelines and final drives.
         

        Prerequisites:

        • SECU1002E
        • SECU1221F

        This course introduces students to vehicle components, service information systems, vehicle lubrication procedures, and vehicle start, move, and park procedures. Vehicle Servicing also explores the proper service and maintenance of wheels and tires.

        Prerequisites:

        • SECU1221F



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1211D



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1130E



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1129H



        Prerequisites:

        • SECU1221F
        • SECU1002E



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1212E



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1212E



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1212E



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1127G



        Prerequisites:

        • VMMV1226A

        This course teaches students how to properly perform oxy-fuel and metal inert gas (MIG) welding.

        Prerequisites:

          NOC Codes

          7321 - Automotive service technicians, truck and bus mechanics and mechanical repairers
          7535 - Other automotive mechanical installers and servicers
          9522 - Motor vehicle assemblers, inspectors and testers

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