Williams Lake Campus
Continuing Studies: Trades and Technology
Thompson Rivers University's Continuing Studies Department has many trades courses for both the public and contract offerings. From Class 1 Driver Training to Welding to Small Engine Repair, we offer a variety of trades related courses that are designed for the job seeker or for general interest purposes.
Single Unit Airbrake Certification • XDRV 0610
This course is required for those needing to add the Airbrake Endorsement to their current class of license. The course is designed to prepare students for the ICBC written examination to operate airbrake-equipped highway vehicles. Emphasis is placed on safe operating procedures and ongoing maintenance for airbrake systems.
This course includes the airbrake pre-trip exam and the use of the truck for this test.
Upon successful completion of this course, students have 90 days to write their air brake endorsement exam at the ICBC Driver Services Centre.
Requirements: Please bring steel-toed boots and your Drivers License to class.
Dates: To be announced
Times: Friday 5 - 9 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fee: $285
Small Engine Repair • XMEC 0600
This course is for individuals wishing to increase their knowledge of 2-stroke and 4-stroke small gasoline engines. Practical tips and procedures for tune-ups and troubleshooting and ignition and carburetion theory will be reviewed. This course is great for hobbyists or those that just want to understand why their small engine is not working.
This will be a practical course so students will need to bring a small engine (lawn mower, chainsaw, etc.) item to class.
Dates: To be announced
Times: To be announced
Fee: To be announced
Welding Basics • XWLD 0500
Gain skills in basic welding. You will be provided with shielded metal welding instruction. Several different types of electrodes will be used in a variety of welding positions. An emphasis will be placed on safe equipment operation and techniques in cutting and fitting of joints. There will be opportunities to work on small projects or to perform limited repair on personal items.
Must bring your own welding helmets and gloves, and if possible, wear steel-toed boots, if you do not have steel-toed boots, steel-toes will be provided.
Dates: To be announced
Times: To be announced
Fee: To be announced
Contact Continuing Studies at 250-392-8010 or email wlcontinuingstudies@tru.ca to have your name placed on an interest list for upcoming course information.
