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The Automotive - Motive Power Technician program is for you if you've ever wondered how an engine works or what makes a transmission drive.
With an emphasis on motor vehicle technology, this dynamic and inclusive offering's theoretical and practical Motive Power Technician courses will prepare you for work in the transportation industry. The trade-relevant skills and knowledge you'll acquire will help you undertake challenging positions in a variety of employment opportunities.
In keeping with Ministry and the Ontario College of Trades standards, the program will deliver content that meets the requirements for Level 1 and Level 2 in-school apprenticeship training. Additionally, you'll actively participate in comprehensive hands-on training activities in fully-equipped modern transportation lab facilities.
Graduates will receive a Motive Power Technician Diploma and will be credited with all two levels of Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship in-school training.
If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding experience where wrenches and technology meet, you'll find it in Centennial's Motive Power program.
Co-op Option
The program's co-op option will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you work one term as a paid employee in the field. This opportunity will not only allow you to put classroom learning into practice, but it will also provide valuable contacts for future careers.
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| AUTO-120 | Electrical Diagnosis 1 |
| AUTO-121 | Steering, Suspension, and Brakes 1 |
| AUTO-122 | Drivelines 1 |
| AUTO-123 | Fuels & Emissions 1 |
| COMM-170/171 | College Communication 2 |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
| MCAL-200 | Measurements and Calculations 2 |
| Course Code | Course Title |
|---|---|
| AUTO-241 | Engines 3 (Maintenance & Repair) |
| AUTO-242 | Steering, Suspension, and Brakes 3 (Maintenance & Repair) |
| AUTO-243 | Systems Diagnostics (Fuels/Elec) |
| AUTO-244 | HVAC & ODP Certification |
| ENGL-219 | Communications for Professionals in the Automotive Industry |
| FOPM-200 | Fixed Operations Management 2 |
| GNED | General Education Elective |
Canadian Tire, Department of National Defence, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda Canada, State Farm Insurance, Toyota
Successful graduates of this Automotive - Motive Power Technician Diploma program have the opportunity to apply their credits toward further study. Listed below are programs from partnering institutions that are available for this program.
Please note that each partner pathway has a specific minimum grade requirement in order to qualify for transferring credits, which are assessed by the receiving partner institution.
| Partner Institution | Degree Program |
|---|---|
| Algoma University | Honours Bachelor of Arts - multiple majors |
| Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting or Human Resources Management or Marketing (also offered at the Brampton, ON Campus) | |
| Bachelor of Science - multiple majors | |
| Bachelor of Computer Science - multiple majors | |
| Brock University | Honours Bachelor of Science in Computer Studies - multiple majors |
| Honours Bachelor of Science in Core Sciences - multiple majors | |
| Davenport University | Bachelor of Business Administration - General Business |
| Lakehead University | Honours or Bachelor Degree - multiple majors |
| Laurentian University | Bachelor of Arts |
| Seneca College | Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies |
| York University | Honours Bachelor degree in any major |
| Honours Computer Science | |
| Honours Environmental Studies | |
| Honours Science - Chemistry | |
| Bachelor of Science - multiple majors |
Please visit our website at www.centennialcollege.ca/admissions/applying/education-pathways/outbound-pathways for more information on articulation agreements.
For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please view ONCAT.
Qualified graduates may be eligible to participate in pathway programs with partnering institutions. These pathway programs allow students to receive degree credit for learning obtained at Centennial College. Our partners include:
The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete two co-op work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice, but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.
To participate in this co-op option, you will need to complete an application process in the second semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program. Academically qualified students who are accepted into the program will register for the co-op preparation course as scheduled.
Note: Meeting the minimum co-op program requirements does not guarantee admission into the co-op program.
| Fall Semester Intake | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Semester 1 |
| Winter | Semester 2 |
| Summer | Co-op Work Term |
| Fall | Semester 3 |
| Winter | Semester 4 |
Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Second Career Strategy, please apply at the Employment Training Centre for Second Career (Progress Campus). Second Career Strategy is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Second Career Strategy.
If you have previously attended a full-time program at Centennial College, you may be eligible for a Program Transfer. Visit Enrolment Services at any Campus for information.All other applicants must apply online at Ontariocolleges.ca. A non-refundable application fee of $95 must accompany applications. The fee is payable online, by telephone, online banking, by mail, or in-person to Ontariocolleges.ca. For more information go to Ontariocolleges.ca Application Fees.
International Students
Apply directly to Centennial College here.
Domestic Students
Current Ontario high school students and graduates from Ontario high schools: Notify your guidance counsellor that you have applied to college and your school will forward transcripts to Centennial College via Ontariocolleges.ca.
Graduates of college/university, or high school outside Ontario but within Canada: You are responsible for requesting that your educational institute sends any required documents and transcripts to Ontariocolleges.ca.
International Students
If you are submitting transcripts to meet admission requirements, you must have the transcripts assessed by an independent credential assessment agency such as World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS).
For more information go to Submitting your Transcripts.
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Fall registration begins mid-July
January registration begins mid-December
May registration begins mid-April
Your web-registration will not open if:
You have not submitted your minimum fee payment by the deadline
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Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.
Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2021.
| Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Ancillary Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | $2,721.00 | $1,150.24 | $3,871.24 |
| International | $16,377.00 | $1,659.24 | $18,036.24 |
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