Truck Structure

Course code HMTD 1135

Credit 3.0

Length 75.0 hours

Course outline View

This course continues the fundamentals of lifting and supporting Trucks and components in order to safely perform repairs. Students will select, use and maintain correct rigging and lifting tooling for the removal and installation of suspension and hub assemblies. Students will be introduced to frame types on different trucks, vehicle suspensions, wheels, hubs and tires. Work area organization and documentation of work will be introduced in the shop tasks.

Students will also continue learning about the apprenticeship system, various working conditions, job search and interview skills, as well as positive employee attributes.

Prerequisites

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What you will learn

  • Frames and suspension
  • Tires, wheels and hubs
  • Workplace skills and communication

How to register

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

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42842 April 1, 2026
to April 17, 2026
Shop/Teaching Kitchen VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

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.