Automotive Tools and Equipment

Course code HPAS 1020

Credit 5.0

Length 125.0 hours

Course outline View

This course provides students with hands-on experience and knowledge essential for the automotive service industry. Students will learn to use both hand and power tools, as well as diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues. The course covers the selection, description, and repair of various fasteners, and introduces specialty shop tools. Emphasis is placed on safety procedures for using hoisting and lifting equipment, accurate application of service manuals and technical information, and proper documentation of work orders and other forms. Additionally, students will demonstrate the safe use of welding equipment.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Tools and shop equipment
  • Diagnostic equipment
  • Fasteners
  • Specialty tools
  • Hoisting and lifting
  • Service manuals and technical information
  • Documentation
  • Welding equipment

How to register

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

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
61326 June 15, 2026
to July 17, 2026
Lecture VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

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Contact us

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† 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.