Commercial Vehicle and Equipment (Apprenticeship)

Fulfill the in-class requirements for your Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship. The Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship program serves as the basic level in-class portion for four motive power trades: truck and coach technician, farm equipment mechanic, heavy duty equipment mechanic and powered lift truck technician. The curriculum is based on the skills and competencies common to these related occupations. Applicants to the Commercial Vehicle and Equipment Apprenticeship program must:

• be currently employed in the trade
• be formally registered as apprentices with the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU)
• have a valid Offer of Classroom Training from the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities that includes your Ministry Client ID and approved Class Number

Truck and coach technician, farm equipment mechanic, heavy duty equipment mechanic and powered lift truck technician are all compulsory trades which require a certificate of qualification to work in Ontario. If you are considering a future in this field, you may find a career as an automotive service technician. You may also be employed in:

• small garages
• truck dealerships
• farm and equipment dealerships
• equipment supply firms

If you are not an apprentice, but want to learn more about apprenticeships, visit http://www.earnwhileyoulearn.ca for detailed information. For registered apprentices: During the eight-week term, you study topics including trade practices, fluid power systems, engine systems, electrical systems, fuel systems, drive train systems, wheel end assemblies and brake systems. More than half of your class time is spent in theory, with the remaining time spent learning practical, hands-on skills in the College`s shops.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for apprentices who:

• Enjoy a hands-on approach to learning about the motive power industry.
• Have strong observational and analytical skills.
• Can work independently.