Transportation Trades Sampler
Overview
Get an introduction to key elements of automotive service, automotive collision and refinishing, and heavy duty equipment before choosing an apprenticeship or career path.
| Tuition | $1,550 |
|---|---|
| Credential | Short Certificate |
| Length | 300-0 hours |
| Hours | Full-time |
| Delivery | Class-based |
| Campus | Broadway |
| Start dates |
What to expect
What you will learn
- Demonstrate safe working practices including compliance with Worksafe BC and WHMIS regulations.
- Demonstrate forklift operation in accordance with IVES Training Group standards.
- Demonstrate general automotive maintenance services including lubrication and fluids, belts and hoses, exterior lamps, tires and wheels in accordance with SkilledTradesBC Provincial competencies for Automotive Service.
- Demonstrate welding procedures and welding safety in accordance with SkilledTradesBC Provincial competencies for Automotive Service.
- Demonstrate basic equipment operational procedures in accordance with SkilledTradesBC Provincial competencies for Heavy Duty/Commercial Transport.
- Demonstrate basic automotive repair refinishing practices in accordance with SkilledTradesBC Provincial competencies for Automotive Refinishing.
Program duration and maximum time for completion
This program is 300 hours. Maximum time for completion is two years.
Admission requirements
Program-specific
Applicants do not apply to VCC directly. Interested BC secondary school students, teachers and counselors are directed to contact the Career Program Coordinator or Administrator for their school district. See the Youth Explore Program website for details (https://skilledtradesbc.ca/youth-explore-the-trades-program).
Note: Students will be required to provide safety boots.
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Recommended characteristics
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Basic Computer Skills
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Good general health and respiratory condition
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Physical strength and stamina compatible with the handling of heavy parts and equipment as required by the program
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Ability to tolerate noise and vibration
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Mechanical aptitude and interest
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Good manual dexterity
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Good hand-eye co-ordination
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Good eyesight and normal colour vision
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Good line, form and depth perception
- Possession of valid BC driver’s license
Program availability
Not currently available.
Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| TTSP 0100 | Workplace Safety | 1 |
| TTSP 0101 | Basic Welding Procedures | 1 |
| TTSP 0102 | Basic Sheet Metal Repair | 1 |
| TTSP 0103 | Automotive Refinishing | 1 |
| TTSP 0104 | Project Car | 2 |
| TTSP 0105 | Heavy Equipment Operation | 1 |
| TTSP 0106 | Forklift Operation | 1 |
| TTSP 0107 | Automotive Engines | 1 |
| TTSP 0108 | Automotive Maintenance | 1 |
| TTSP 0109 | Introduction to Apprenticeship | 0 |
| Total Credits | 10 | |
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.
Fees and costs
| Tuition | $1,550 | |
|---|---|---|
| Student union | $73 | |
| College initiative | $31 | |
| Campus resource | $31 | |
| U-Pass | $469 | Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more. |
| Graduation | $45 | |
| Total | $2,197 |
* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).
Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.
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Technical requirement
How to apply
Youth applications (high school students in grade 10 and 11):
- Applicants do not apply to VCC directly. Interested students, teachers and counsellors should contact the Career Program Coordinator or Administrator for their school district. The Program Coordinator and applicant complete the Youth in Trades Application and return to youthintrades@vcc.ca.
- See the SkilledTradesBC Youth in Trades program website for details.
Ready to apply?
Online
You will be directed to EducationPlannerBC.
Fill out a PDF form and mail to:
VCC Registrar's Office
1155 East Broadway
Vancouver, B.C., V5T 4V5
Contact us
Advising services
Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
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