Employability Skills

Course code AUTO 1131

Credit 1.0

Length 25.0 hours

Course outline View

This course covers effective methods of shop management and recycling programs. Topics include the career path of an automotive technician, the use of trade terminology, effective methods for shop management, and the use of written reports.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Describe shop personnel
  • Trade terminology
  • Written reports and digital communication technologies
  • Active listening and demonstrate two-way communication
  • Prepare a resume and cover letter
  • Prepare for an interview and identify job search resources

How to register

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

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60564 May 13, 2026
to May 20, 2026
Shop/Teaching Kitchen
Lab
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Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.

Contact us

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

† 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.