AUTD 090A
The Foundation program consists of Level 1 Technical Training in addition to practical and essential skills related to the Automotive Service Technician Level 1 Apprentice program. "Automotive Service Technician" means a person who repairs, adjusts and replaces mechanical and electrical parts of automobiles and light truck in a retail automotive business. "Retail Automotive Business" means a business whose primary mechanical repair work is repairing and adjusting vehicles whose gross vehicle weight is under 5.500kg.
Hours:
- Total Hours: 570
- Seminars and Tutorials: 285
- Shop Teaching Kitchen: 285
Total Weeks: 19
This course is offered online: No
Prerequisite: Admission into the program
Learning Outcomes:
- Upon completion of the Foundation Level, students will be capable of working in the Automotive Service Industry at a first year apprentice level and completing appropriate tasks under the supervision of a Journeyperson.
Describe Safety
- Describe WCB Regulations
- Describe WHMIS Regulations
- Describe Safe Vehicle Operation
- Demonstrate Safe Work Practices
Describe Employability Skills
- Use Personal Computers
- Demonstrate Communication Skills
- Describe Business Practices
- Demonstrate Employment Readiness Skills
Demonstrate Tools and Equipment
- Use Hand Tools
- Use Power Tools
- Use Diagnostic Equipment
- Use Shop Tools and Equipment
- Use Reference Resources
- Use Measuring Instruments
Demonstrate General Automotive Maintenance
- Select Lubricants and Fluids
- Service Filters, Belts, and Hoses
- Assess Leaks
- Service Tires and Wheels
- Replace Exterior Lamps
- Service Body Trim, Hardware and Accessories
Demonstrate General Automotive Practices
- Service Gaskets and Seals
- Use Fasteners
- Service Tubing and Fittings
- Demonstrate Welding Techniques
- Service Bearings and Bushings
- Describe Diagnostic Procedures
Service Drive Trains
- Service Clutches
- Service Standard Transmissions and Transaxles
- Service Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
- Service Drive Shafts
- Service Differentials and Axles
Service Brakes
- Service Brake Hydraulic Systems
- Service Drum Brake Systems
- Service Disc Brake Systems
- Service Power Assist Systems
Service Steering Systems
- Service Steering Gears
- Service Steering Columns
- Service Steering Linkage
- Service Power Steering Systems
- Perform Wheel Alignments
- Describe Four Wheel Steering Systems
Service Suspension Systems
- Describe Frame Types
- Describe Suspension Types
- Service Shocks and Struts
- Service Spring Types
- Service Suspension Components
- Service Spindles and Hubs
Service Fuel Systems
- Describe Fuel Systems
- Service Fuel Delivery Systems
- Service Air Induction Systems
- Service Carburetors
- Service Gasoline Fuel Injection Systems
- Service Diesel Injection Systems
- Describe Pressure Fuel Systems
Service Ignition Systems
- Service Breaker Point Ignition Systems
- Service Electronic Ignition Systems
Service Electrical/Electronic Systems
- Describe Principles of Electricity
- Service Batteries
- Service Starting Systems
- Service Charging Systems
- Describe Principles of Electronics
- Service Engine Management Systems
- Service Anti-lock Brake Systems
- Service Electronic Suspension Systems
- Service Vehicle Restraint Systems
- Service Wiring Harnesses
Service Engines
- Describe Principles of Internal Combustion Engines
- Evaluate Engine Mechanical Condition
- Describe Engine Removal and Installation Procedures
- Perform Engine Repairs
- Service Cooling Systems
- Service Exhaust Systems
- Service Lubrication System
Service Emission Control Systems
- Describe Vehicles Emissions
- Service Positive Crankcase Ventilation Systems
- Service Catalyst Systems
- Service Exhaust Gas Recirculation Systems
- Service Evaporative Systems
Oxyacetylene Welding
- Identify gasses, components and handling procedures for oxy-fuel cutting and welding
- Assemble, test, light, adjust, shutdown and disassemble a portable oxyacetylene outfit
- Perform guided and free hand cuts on mild steel plate, round rock, angle iron and pierce holes
- Oxy-fuel fusion weld mild steel plate
- Describe the shielded metal arc welding equipment and its operation
- Identify mild steel electrodes for shielded metal arc welding
- Shielded metal arc weld butt, t- and corner joints on mild steel plate
Grading System: Percentage
Passing Grade: 70%
Number of Assignments: 75
Percentage of Individual Work: 100
Course Offered in Other Programs: No
Supplies:
- CSA approved footwear
- Safety glasses.
Textbooks: Textbooks are subject to change. Please contact the bookstore at your local campus for current book lists.