Truck and Coach Pre-Apprenticeship

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Program Details

Program Code:8515
School:School of Transportation
Credential:Ontario College Certificate
Program Type:Certificate program
Program Length:36 Weeks

Location:Ashtonbee Campus
Email:cwhite-garcia@centennialcollege.ca
Telephone:416-289-5000, ext. 2508

Program Overview

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Centennial College's Truck and Coach Pre-Apprenticeship is a transition step to finding an apprenticeship.

During the tuition-free, Government of Ontario-funded offering, you'll prepare to work in the trucking industry, earn Level 1 apprenticeship training, receive assistance in finding a short-work placement and get on-the-job experience in Canada.

The Truck and Coach Pre-Apprenticeship program, which Centennial College's School of Transportation facilitates, will be presented in three phases:

Phase 1 - Introductory Skills: Running for 12 weeks (March-June), this phase will include preparation for truck and coach training, job readiness skills, workplace communications, technical writing and mathematical skills required for the transportation field.
Phase 2 - Technical Skills: Taking 12 weeks (June-August) to complete, this will be the Truck and Coach Technician Level 1 training portion of the program, which will cover engines, fuels, electrical, suspension, steering, powertrain, brakes and a course called Introduction to Parts Technician.
Phase 3 - Work Placement: Twelve weeks (September-November) in total, during this phase you'll apply your skills to a workplace.

PLEASE NOTE: Bookmark this website and check back in November 2020 for 2021 Ministry funded - Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program updates and information.

Program Outline

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Semester 1

Course Code	Course Title
PROB-014	Pre-Apprenticeship English/Workplace Communications
PROB-024	Pre-Apprenticeship Math
PRPE-114	Parts Components

Semester 2

Course Code	Course Title
PRCV-101	Trade Practices
PRCV-102	Engine Systems
PRCV-105	Drive Train Systems
PRCV-106	Wheel End Assemblies and Brake Systems
PRCV-107	Electrical Systems
PRCV-108	Fuel Systems
PRCV-109	Fluid Power Systems

Semester 3

Course Code	Course Title
PRCV-110	Work Placement Term

Career Options, Academic Pathways and Partners

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Program Highlights

As part of your School of Transportation training, you obtain communication and mathematical upgrading and job readiness skills that are industry specific.
In-school training at the School of Transportation is delivered in state-of-the-art facilities in Ontario's largest transportation training hub.
Within 37 weeks, you complete requirements for both in-school apprenticeship curriculum Level 1 and paid work placement.
You enjoy paid work placement opportunities with a reputable automotive shop.

Career Outlook

Transition step to finding an apprenticeship
Preparation for working in the trucking industry
Earn Level 1 Technician training

Admission Requirements

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Academic Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or General Education Development (GED) or equivalent
You must be eligible to work in Canada and obtain an Ontario apprenticeship