Commercial Transport Vehicle
&
Heavy Duty Mechanic
Foundation - (combined)
Program Description
This Foundation program is a combination of the Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic and the Heavy Duty Mechanic programs . It is Module 1 of 5 modules (Modules 2-5 are in the Apprenticeship Program ) and is a prerequisite and prepares students for the following apprenticeships:
- Heavy Duty Equipment Technician
- Transport Trailer Technician (Commercial Trailer Mechanic)
- Truck and Transport Mechanic (Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic)
Click on "ITA - Program Profile" to view the above program profiles.
The Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanic repairs and maintains transportation vehicles such as trucks and buses. This occupation is an apprenticeable trade that emerged to meet the needs of increased specialization in the transportation industry. The Heavy Duty Mechanic trade repairs heavy off-highway equipment used in the logging, mining, construction and other industries. Such equipment may include loaders, bulldozers, graders etc.
Course Content
The program covers all aspects necessary for graduates to enter the trade as an apprentice. That is, the program is a pre-apprentice/trade entry, and does not’t require any previous experience or training in the industry.
Hands-on
Strong emphasis is placed on practical training with numerous hands-on projects. Graduates should be able to develop enough skills to be hired on as an immediately productive employee—reducing the need for employers to invest further time and resources into training a new apprenticeship candidate.
Course Length
36 week program.
Commencement Date
Click here to view the "Foundation Training Dates " (may include a work practicum )
Admission Requirements
Educational
- BC Grade 10, but Grade 12 strongly recommended, or mature student status
- Successful completion of Entry Assessment test.
(click here for information on this test)
NOTE: Students considering enrolling in Automotive, Heavy Duty and Commercial Transport Vehicle Mechanics programs should be aware that it has been recommended that entry requirements for apprenticeships in these programs be raised from Grade 10 to Grade 12 or equivalent including English 12, or ENGL 060, Math 11, or MATH 051, and Physics 11, or PHYS 050, or Science and Technology 11. The minimum entry prerequisite for the province is currently successful completion of BC grade 10 or equivalent.
General Requirements
- Good health
- Mechanical aptitude
- Must have safety boots and safety glasses
- Must supply and launder your own coveralls
- Must have welding gloves and welding hat
Costs
See the "Fees" section of the TRU Calendar for the statement of tuition fees.
Go to the Financial Aids & Awards website for information on applying for the " TRU Trades & Technology Division Scholarship ".
- Texts and supplies—contact the TRU Bookstore for inquiries
- $16.83 per month lab/studio fee
Contact:
Questions regarding Foundation Training tuition or other TRU services, should be directed to TRU's Registrar's Office:
Click here to e-mail: Registrars
1-250-828-5036
Questions regarding the Commercial Transport/ Heavy Duty Foundation Programs , please contact:
Lyle Hirowatari
Mechanical/Welding Chairperson
Phone: (250)828-5130
Fax: (250)371-5911
Murray Tamas - Commercial Transport/ Heavy Duty Foundation Instructor
Ph: (250) 828-5129
Fax: (250)371-5911
Mike Shields
Mechanics Instructor - Williams Lake
Ph: (250)392-8120
Fax: (250)392-4984
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