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is Sept. 1, 2003 to Aug. 31, 2004.


Automotive Service Technician

Offered at Langley and Newton Campus
Length of the program is 8 - 10 months.
Description
The purpose of this program is to provide students with skills and knowledge in the subject area of automotive service technician. This program is appropriate for students entering the industry on a permanent basis.
Hands-on shop experience is the basis from which skills are developed in the program. This program is developed around the individual needs of students and these needs will determine the length of the student's time in the program. The program is designed to accommodate past experience: credit and/or advancement will take place if students can demonstrate learned skills, and theoretical knowledge. This format will permit students who have completed shop training in secondary schools to apply these credits to Kwantlen's program.
Admission Requirements
Students must meet either the regular student admission category or the mature student admission category in addition to the following
  • Adequate reading comprehension and math skills as assessed by Kwantlen
  • Interview with instructor
Note: Students with disabilities must contact the program coordinator to discuss the required skills and competencies and ensure that accommodations can be made.
Due to the nature of this program, students should have satisfactory physical health
Content
This program is offered Monday through Friday on a continuous intake basis. The content has been organized into modules to ensure maximum flexibility for individualized training.
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Shop Safety Practices
  • Shop Tools and Equipment
  • Fuel Systems
  • Engine Theory and Repair
  • The Drive Line
  • Emission Control Systems
  • Brakes and Tires
  • Ignition Systems
  • Steering Systems
  • Electronic Engine Management
  • Frame and Suspension Systems
  • Standard & Automatic Transmissions
Special Equipment
Students will require appropriate steel-toed safety shoes or boots.
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be awarded a Certificate in Automotive Service Technician.
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