LENGTH OF STUDY: 9g Months

ACCREDITATION: Certificate

CAMPUS: Silver King Campus, Nelson

Program Summary

In our on-site, real-world shop, you’ll apply your knowledge and learn the mechanics of trucks, commercial transport vehicles and heavy equipment.

This nine-month program prepares students for

entry level positions as apprentices in four trades: Truck and Transport Mechanic, Diesel Engine Mechanic, Transport Trailer Technician and Heavy Duty Equipment Technician.

Students engage in a variety of classroom and

shop activities. They learn theoretical principles of vehicle mechanics in the classroom. They apply their knowledge in the shop where they perform numerous diagnostic procedures, preventative maintenance procedures, removals, repairs, and installations of components on trucks, commercial transport vehicles and heavy equipment.

Graduates of the Heavy Mechanical Foundation program at Selkirk College typically find employment with service garages or industrial firms as apprentices engaged in the maintenance and repair of motor vehicles and associated equipment.

PRACTICAL TRAINING

— Air, alternate and hydraulic braking systems — Diesel and gasoline engines

— Electrical and electronic systems

— Employment preparation

— Heavy duty wheeled equipment and attachments — Hydraulic systems

— Power train components

— Safe hoisting procedures

— Safe work practices and procedures

— Track machines and attachments

— Welding principles

— Winches and attachments

The theory component of the program is delivered in a classroom setting employing lecture mode along with self-directed activities, while the hands-on component is conducted in the College's mechanical shop. The ratio of shop time to classroom time is approximately 60:40 and based on a 4-day week.

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Heavy Mechanical Foundation

Upon completion of the program, graduates, possess the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to

gain employment in one of the four aforementioned trades as a Level 1 apprentice. All Heavy Mechanical Foundation students are encouraged to acquire additional certification including an Air Brake Endorsement on their driver's license, a Forklift Operator’s Certificate, Occupational First Aid Level land WHMIS through the College’s Continuing Education department.

Admission Requirements

The following admission requirements are specific to

the Heavy Mechanical Program.

— Graduation from a British Columbia Senior Secondary School or equivalent

— Foundations & Pre-Calculus 10, or Apprenticeship Workplace 11, or Principles 10, or Applications 11, or Essentials 12, or Selkirk Math ABE 46, with a grade of “C” or better

— Consideration will be given to mature individuals (19 years or older) who are not Senior Secondary School graduates, provided they have completed or are in the process of obtaining one of the above prerequisites with a “C” grade or better (This course must be completed prior to the program entry date).

— Recommend possession of a valid driver’s license class 5, 7 Learner or higher

— Must be capable of doing physical work

— Basic keyboarding and computer skills are an asset

— Employers may require higher level of Math as part of their hiring policies

ADDITIONAL MATERIALS YOU ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE — Apair of work gloves (leather palm)

— welding gloves

— safety toe boots

— appropriate winter clothing

— Coveralls will be supplied at a minimal cost.

— You are also required to purchase the necessary textbooks and supplies associated with the mechanical trades at an approximate cost of $900.

— The college will loan all other books and tool kits needed to complete the course upon payment of a refundable tool deposit of $100.

— Itis recommended that students have their own vehicle/transportation.

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Careers

Skilled trades people are in demand all across the country in well respected jobs that offer good pay, great benefits and endless opportunities. The career path of a trades or technology graduate can lead

to senior management, contractor or entrepreneur, there are no limits.

Contacts

TRADES ADMISSIONS Registration Contact

Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 13204 Direct: 250.354.3204

Fax: 250.352.3180

Email: trades@selkirk.ca

INDUSTRY AND TRADES Program Contact

Phone: 1.888.953.1133 ext 13221 Direct: 250.354.3221

Fax: 250.352.3180

Email: trades@selkirk.ca

ROB SCHWARZER

School Chair

Phone: 250.352.6601 ext 13212 Direct: 250.354.3212

Email: rschwarzer @selkirk.ca

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