Truck and Coach Technician (Block Release) [Apprenticeship]
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Program Overview
Truck and Coach Technician (310T) is a block release apprenticeship program where students learn to troubleshoot and repair engines, power trains, ignition and electrical systems, and more. This program combines in-class learning with on-the-job training through an apprenticeship component. Graduates will gain the necessary skills to work on fleet maintenance, public transit systems or small repair operations.
Program Details
Program Code
TCT4
Credential:
Ontario College Certificate
Your Learning Experience
Fixing and maintaining the vehicles that help build our towns and cities is no small task. It takes attention to detail and the ability to think quickly on your feet, just two of the skills you’ll learn in the Truck and Coach Technician (Block Release) apprenticeship program.
Under the direction of experienced journeypersons, you’ll work in fleet maintenance for construction companies, public transit systems or small repair operations, getting important on-the-job training and real-world work connections. You’ll learn to troubleshoot and repair engines, power trains, ignition and electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspension and more. You’ll also learn about job safety and environmental regulations affecting the transportation industry.
This apprenticeship program (310T) follows the block release delivery method in which an apprentice attends school full-time for a number of weeks and then applies their skills into the workplace. It can take up to three and a half years to complete and consists of 6,000 hours of on-the-job training/work experience with 720 hours of in-class training by skilled, licensed journeypersons.
Your in-class training will cover:
- workplace health and safety
- applied work practices and procedures
- engine systems
- electrical, electronic and fuel systems
- gear trains
Your on-the-job training will teach you:
- occupational health and safety procedures
- electrical systems – starting and charging
- electrical systems – body electrical and components
- fuel systems
- engine systems
Admissions
This is an apprenticeship program. You cannot apply to this program through ontariocolleges.ca. Applicants need a sponsor/employer. Your sponsor/employer must register you with:
Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
Apprenticeship/Client Services
72-1200 Commissioners Road East
London, Ontario, N5Z 4R3
519-675-7788
MLITSD is responsible for scheduling your in-school training at Fanshawe College.
Career Information
Graduates of Fanshawe’s Truck and Coach Technician program can pursue careers in a wide variety of industries, including construction companies, public transit systems, repair and maintenance shops, bus/Coach lines, trucking companies, educational institutions, manufacturers, motor vehicle and parts dealerships as:
- truck and coach technicians
- mechanical repairers
- automotive mechanical installers and servicers
- maintenance shop manager
- industry representative
- professor or teacher
Did you know Fanshawe consistently ranks high in graduate employment rates among large colleges in Ontario?
Here are some examples of career opportunities for graduates of Fanshawe’s Truck and Coach Technician (Day Release) [Apprenticeship] program:
Truck and Coach Technician
Service and repair a fleet of vehicles.
Maintenance Shop Manager
Hire and oversee training and supervision of staff in the maintenance and repair of the company’s machinery.
Automotive Mechanical Installer and Servicer
Change engine oil and lubricate running gears or moving parts on cars, trucks and heavy equipment.
Academic School
Program Coordinator:
Mark Russell
International Admission Equivalencies
Admission equivalencies for Fanshawe depends on your country of study. Please enter your location to see the requirements for your country below.
Courses
| Level 1-Basic (CVC1) | ||||
| Take all of the following Mandatory Courses: | ||||
| (Core Pgm is CVC1) | ||||
| MPAP-1022 | Trade Practices | 2.5 | ||
| To be supplied | ||||
| MPAP-1023 | Fluid Power Systems | 1.5 | ||
| To be supplied | ||||
| MPAP-1024 | Engine Systems | 2.5 | ||
| To be supplied | ||||
| MPAP-1025 | Electrical Systems | 2.5 | ||
| To be supplied | ||||
| MPAP-1026 | Fuel Systems | 1.5 | ||
| This course will enable the students to gain an understanding of the purpose, construction and operating principles of diesel fuel system circuits and components. | ||||
| MPAP-1027 | Drive Train Systems | 2.5 | ||
| To be supplied | ||||
| MPAP-1028 | Wheel End Assemblies & Brake Systems | 1.5 | ||
| To be supplied | ||||