Tools, Equipment and Maintenance

Course code ACRF 1130

Credit 3.5

Length 75.0 hours

Course outline View

Students learn to identify, operate and maintain hand, electric and pneumatic tools. Students are introduced to pneumatic power systems, basic refinishing equipment and hydraulic equipment used in the industry. This course also focuses on safe vehicle lifting procedures using various lifting equipment.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Hand Tools
  • Electric and Pneumatic Tools and Equipment
  • Hand Tools for Collision Repair
  • Basic Spray Gun Use and Maintenance
  • Hydraulic Equipment and Vehicle Lifting

How to register

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

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
41397 March 30, 2026
to April 16, 2026
Shop/Teaching Kitchen VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

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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.