Truck and Coach Technician (Optional Co-Op)

The Truck and Coach – Motive Power Technician program will combine theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to prepare students for the truck and coach field — one of the economy’s largest industries.

To ensure students are career-ready, Truck and Coach Technician courses will emphasize applied mechanics and vehicle dynamics as well as component design and repair. In addition to the traditional trade subject areas, students receive advanced instruction in areas such as HVAC (refrigeration), preventative maintenance and fixed operations management. English and general education will also be included. This combined selection of courses is designed to prepare learners to be an employer’s candidate of choice.

Because the program is based on the Truck and Coach Technician apprenticeship curriculum standards, students meet the requirements for Level 1 and 2 in-school apprenticeship training. Learners will also be able to work in many different areas of the truck and coach industry, including in a repair facility as an apprentice, in administrative/managerial roles and with parts departments/suppliers.

What You’ll Learn

• Analyze, diagnose, and solve various truck and coach power system problems by using problem-solving and critical thinking skills and strategies and by applying fundamental knowledge of truck and coach operation, components and their interrelationships.
• Diagnose and repair truck and coach advanced HVAC systems and controls in accordance with legal requirements and manufacturer’s recommendation.
• Diagnose and repair truck and coach engine and engine management systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Diagnose and repair truck and coach electrical, electronic, personal safety, and emission components in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations and specification.
• Diagnose and repair truck and coach drive train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Diagnose and repair truck and coach steering, suspension, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.

Additional ancillary fees for career services, health and counselling, athletics, student ID cards, and more may apply.