This course introduces students to the electrical terminology, basic theory concepts, circuit calculations, magnetic theory, electrical and electronic components, wiring diagrams and symbols, as well as the diagnosis and repair of electronic machines, trucks, and light-duty vehicles. Topics included are from SkilledTradesBC. Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program (2025) sections D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D9 and A2.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Electricity
- Batteries
- Starters and alternators
- Multimeters
- Electricity vs electronics
- Canbus networks and multiplexing
- Truck , machine , electric vehicle and light duty electronics
- Diagnostic hardware and soft ware
- Parameter changes and diagnostic tests
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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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.