Automotive Technology

Learners apply electronic principles to tasks such as electrical system diagnostics, servicing batteries, working with lighting circuits and gauges, and maintaining harnesses and accessories.
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B

In this course, learners review principles and practices covered in Automotive Electrical Systems before moving to more advanced automotive electrical systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• MESE1059A

In this course, learners apply electrical and electronic principles to tasks such as electrical system diagnostics, servicing lighting, wiper, starting, and charging systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• MESE1059A
• MESE1060A

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, learners focus on applying communication skills in reading, writing, speaking, document use, and critical thinking to make communication effective and efficient while developing computer-related skills necessary to be successful in college and on the job in a trade.

 

In this course, learners 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:

• SECU1322B

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 is designed to introduce learners in the trades to a variety of hand tools, power tools, stationary power tools and equipment and their uses within the context of safe work practices. Learners become familiar with the safe use and handling of the tools and equipment commonly used in the trades sector. They are required to demonstrate the selection and safe use of common hand and power tools and receive instruction on several types of fastening systems.

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B

This course introduces students to vehicle components, service information systems, and vehicle start, move, and park procedures.
 
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• SECU1344A

This course introduces learners to vehicle lubrication procedures and service and maintenance of wheels and tires.
 
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1344A
• SECU1322B

This course introduces learners to the design, repair, and maintenance of automotive suspension systems.
 
 

This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills necessary for pre-delivery inspections, provincial motor vehicle inspections, and to diagnose body components and trim.
 
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1344A
• SECU1322B

This course is designed to provide learners with the fundamental skills required to service engines and supporting systems.

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• SECU1344A

This course is designed to provide learners with the fundamental skills required to service drivelines.
 
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• SECU1344A

This course will introduce learners to proper service and repair procedures for automotive braking systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• SECU1344A

This course introduces learners to manual and power steering systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• SECU1322B
• SECU1344A
• VMMV1251A

This course focuses on the servicing of internal combustion engine support systems. Learners explore various engine problems related to cooling, lubrication, and accessory drive systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• VMMV1253A

In this course, learners focus on testing, repairing, and maintaining steering gear and linkage systems for electronically controlled steering systems. Learners examine types of electronically controlled steering systems, types of variable-assist steering systems, and their relationships to other systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• VMMV1256A

This course focuses on the servicing of internal combustion engines. Learners explore various engine mechanical-related problems.
 

Prerequisites:

• VMMV1253A
• VMMV1257A

In this course, learners service and maintain electronically controlled suspension systems and their components. Learners examine various types of suspension systems and explore suspension geometry. Learners inspect and diagnose issues related to electronically controlled suspension systems and ultimately repair or replace components within the system.
 

Prerequisites:

• VMMV1251A

This course focuses on servicing manual transmissions, manual transaxles, clutches, and final drives. Learners examine types of manual transmissions, transaxles, driveline mounts, clutches, flywheels, mechanical and hydraulic clutch actuating systems, and final drives.
 

Prerequisites:

• VMMV1254A

This course will introduce learners to the basics of engine management systems. Learners will explore the relationship between engine operating system components and how they relate to engine management systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• MESE1059A
• MESE1060A
• MESE1061A

This course introduces learners to the basics of vehicle networking systems. Learners explore the relationship between vehicle networking systems and other vehicle systems.
 

Prerequisites:

• MESE1059A
• MESE1060A
• MESE1061A
• VMMV1262A

This course focuses on diagnosing and repairing anti-lock braking and control systems. Learners examine the various types of anti-lock braking systems, hybrid and electric vehicle braking systems, and control systems, including traction control, stability control, and adaptive cruise control. They also explore trailer brakes and controls as well as their operation. There is an emphasis on the appropriate practices for working with these systems safely.
 

Prerequisites:

• VMMV1255A

This course introduces learners to the theory of operation of various internal components of automatic transmissions and transaxles. Learners also practice some basic services related to automatic transmissions and transaxles.
 

Prerequisites:

• VMMV1254A
• VMMV1261A

This capstone project course provides learners the opportunity to continue to hone their knowledge base and professional skills in the automotive shop
facility. This course involves both practical and reflective components.
 

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

This course teaches learners how to properly perform Oxy-Fuel and Metal Inert Gas (MIG) welding.