This course is designed to equip participants with the skills and knowledge to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on small engines commonly found in lawnmowers, snow blowers, generators, and similar equipment (no tractors included). Through a mix of theoretical learning and hands-on practice, students will build confidence in identifying issues and performing key...
Gain the knowledge necessary to operate brake systems safely and detect faults in these systems. Upon successful completion of the written test, participants will take the practical test on the Saturday afternoon. After successful completion of both tests you will receive the 'Z' endorsement from the Ministry of Transportation. Students must bring proof of (at least) a full 'G' license.
Learn how to maintain and troubleshoot small engines such as motorcycles, snowmobiles, lawn tractors, chainsaws and lawnmowers. Two and four stroke cycle operations will be discussed along with topics surrounding fuel, spark, compression, lubrication, storage and maintenance. Students will apply what they have learned in class to their own small engine project or one may be provided upon request.
Electric vehicles are transforming the way we move, and this short lecture-style course offers a clear, accessible introduction for anyone curious about the shift to electric. Over four hours, participants gain an overview of how EVs work, including key components, charging options, driving range, maintenance differences, and safety considerations. The session also highlights current market trends...
This course will introduce students to the role of the human resources professional in the field of human resources management. Topics such as job analysis, training and development, recruitment and selection, health and safety, planning, performance management, employment legislation and career development, with additional functional areas of human resources will be presented. This course is HRPA...
What makes people tick .... and how to keep them going! Human Relations will improve your understanding of people. You will discuss motivation, handling conflict, delegation, building morale and more. Studying these topics will give you practical insights into handling people more effectively and improve your overall performance.
The study of labour relations provides the backdrop for understanding the relationships between management, union, the government, the public and other stakeholders. Students will learn to develop strategies to contribute to organizational effectiveness through good employee and labour relations. The historical, environmental, constitutional and legislative framework will provide the foundation...
This online course focuses on the principles of quality management as practiced in Total Quality Management (TQM) and outlined in the ISO 9001 standard. Students will learn about the definition of quality, the philosophies of leading "quality gurus" such as W. Edwards Deming, Joseph Juran, and Philip Crosby and the guiding principles that represent the foundation of Quality Management. Students...
Project management practitioners need to understand the established industry norms, methods, and practices for managing all stages of the project life cycle and its related processes. Students are introduced to the fundamental principles of project management, such as project strategy, selection, scheduling, risk management, quality assurance, performance measurement, audit and closure. By...
An examination of the Canadian business environment and the management decision making process as an integral component of organizational behaviour.