Automotive Service Systems and Shop Safety

Course code APSM 1204

Credit 3.0

Length 45.0 hours

Course outline View

Students will learn safe work practices and the required protocol/procedures they must follow in the shop(s) throughout the transportation industry. Topics include the purpose and fundamentals of safe work practices, and the use of personal protection equipment. The course emphasizes incorporating safe practices in the usage of these various pieces of equipment.

Additionally, students will learn the effective operation and function of information technology applicable to business environments in the transportation industry. Students will use software applications to prepare appropriate business communications, schedule service and repair activities, and manage and track merchandise and inventory. Students will also explore financial and accounting software commonly used in the automotive service sector.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Shop Safety
  • PPE Fundamentals
  • Equipment Safety
  • Automotive IT
  • Service Software
  • Financial Systems

How to register

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Course schedules

Select your program to see the available course schedules.

Contact us

If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.

Additional information

Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples, and we acknowledge our privilege to be here.