This is an ARCHIVED version of the Kwantlen University College Calendar for
2004-2005 and is provided for historical reference only. See the current version of the
Calendar for updated information.
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Effective date of this course calendar information, unless otherwise indicated, is Sept. 1, 2004 to Aug. 31, 2005.
Automotive Parts and Light
Warehousing
Offered at Newton Campus
Start Date: Monthly
Limited Enrolment
Description
This certificate program prepares students for employment in the
parts and service industry as parts persons, service writers, control
tower operators, warehouse persons and inventory clerks. This
program is appropriate for students entering industry on a
permanent level.
Hands-on experience is the basis from which skills are developed in
the program. This program is developed around the individual
needs of the students, and these needs will determine the actual
length. The program is designed to accommodate past experience,
and credit and/or placement will be given to students who can
demonstrate learned skills plus the theoretical knowledge. This
format will permit those students who have completed shop
training in secondary schools to apply their credits to Kwantlen's
program. The content has been organized into modules to ensure
maximum flexibility for individualized training. For further
information you can also visit the trades website at
www.kwantlentrades.com.
Students who complete the Entry Level Trades Training (ELTT)
are eligible for credit for first year apprenticeship technical training.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are in demand for such jobs as counter person, shipper/
receiver, inventory controller, outside salesperson, and for entry-
level management positions. Graduates will be prepared to enter an
apprenticeship.
Admission Requirements
Students must meet either the regular student admission category
or the mature student admission category in addition to the
following
Grade 10 math and English skills as assessed by Kwantlen
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.Contact Doug Bower:
604.591.5814.
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 estimated length of the program is 7 - 9 months.
Stock handling procedures (shipping, receiving and inventory control)
Office procedures and communications
Standard stock and materials
Parts Identification (Mechanical)
Support systems (Mechanical)
Support systems (Electrical)
Frames and chassis
Catalogue types and applications (Electronic, Paper and Fiche)
Power trains transmissions
Note: Students must achieve 80% or higher in all competencies.
Special Equipment
Students will require appropriate steel-toed safety shoes or boots
Graduation
Upon successful completion of this program students are awarded
a Certificate in Automotive Parts and Light Warehousing.
Automotive Service Technician Faculty
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