Motive Power Techniques: Heavy Equipment Ontario College Certificate

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Objectives Although heavy equipment oriented, this program prepares students for a diverse number of career opportunities in a variety of mechanical fields. Students are involved in maintaining, operating, and repairing on and off-road heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, bulldozers, excavators, skidders, trucks and tractors.
Practical experience There is a field placement component associated with this program.
Entry requirements Those wishing to enter the Motor Vehicle, Truck/Coach or Farm Mechanic Trade would also benefit from this program.
Academic title Motive Power Techniques: Heavy Equipment Ontario College Certificate
Course description First Semester Common Core
Course Number/ Title     Hours
HC 121       Applied Work Practices & Procedures    90
HC 122       Engines    90
HC 123       Electricity & Electronics    108
CS 117       Communication Strategies    48
SY 180       Exploring Human Diversity    48
Total Hours Per Semester    384


Second Semester
Course Number/ Title     Hours
HC 240       Fluid Power System    80
HC 241       Electrical & Electronics II    60
HC 242       Heavy Duty Fuel Systems    80
HC 243       Drive Train Systems    80
HC 244       Steering, Suspension & Brakes    60
HC 245       Field Placement (2 week)
Total Hours Per Semester    360