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 you for the truck and coach field — one of the economy’s largest industries.

To ensure you’ll be 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, you’ll 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 you to be an employer’s candidate of choice.

Because the program is based on the Truck and Coach Technician apprenticeship curriculum standards, you’ll meet the requirements for Level 1 and 2 in-school apprenticeship training. You’ll 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.
• Disassemble and assemble truck and coach components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of basic shop practices.
• Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and diagnostic equipment to assess truck and coach electrical/ electronic circuits, management and fuel systems, and subsystems.
• Apply knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics to the testing and inspection of truck and coach systems and subsystems .
• Produce supporting documentation at the appropriate industry standard using the correct and current terminology required by the field.
• Use information technology and computer skills to access proper service data concerning repair procedures and manufacturers’ updates.
• Prepare logs, records, and documentation in accordance with the truck and coach standards.
• Apply business practices, project management skills, and communication skills to improve customer service.
• Assist in quality-control and quality- assurance programs and procedures.
• Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
• Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational, health, safety, and environmental law; established policies and procedures; codes and regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles.