Truck and Coach Technician (Optional Co-op)
How To Apply
Program Details
- Program Code8214
- Ministry NameMotive Power - Truck and Coach Technician
- SchoolSchool of Transportation
- CredentialOntario College Diploma
- Program TypePost-secondary program
- Program Length2 years/ 4 semesters
- LocationAshtonbee Campus
- Emaildormiston@centennialcollege.ca
- Telephone416-289-5000, ext. 57254
Program Availability
- Program Overview
- Courses
- Career Options and Education Pathways
- Admission Requirements
- Co-op Option
- How to Apply
- Tuition and Fees
- Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
- Advising Services
The Truck and Coach - Motive Power Technician program will combine theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to prepare you for the truck and coach field — one of the economy's largest industries.
To ensure you'll be career-ready, Truck and Coach Technician courses will emphasize applied mechanics and vehicle dynamics as well as component design and repair. In addition to the traditional trade subject areas, you'll receive advanced instruction in areas such as HVAC (refrigeration), preventative maintenance and fixed operations management. English and general education will also be included. Students will also take two electric vehicle courses focusing on high voltage, safety, and components. This combined selection of courses is designed to prepare you to be an employer's candidate of choice.
Because the program is based on the Truck and Coach Technician apprenticeship curriculum standards, you'll meet the requirements for Level 1 and 2 in-school apprenticeship training. You'll also be able to work in many different areas of the truck and coach industry, including in a repair facility as an apprentice, in administrative/managerial roles and with parts departments/suppliers.
Program Overview
The Truck and Coach - Motive Power Technician program will combine theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to prepare you for the truck and coach field — one of the economy's largest industries.
To ensure you'll be career-ready, Truck and Coach Technician courses will emphasize applied mechanics and vehicle dynamics as well as component design and repair. In addition to the traditional trade subject areas, you'll receive advanced instruction in areas such as HVAC (refrigeration), preventative maintenance and fixed operations management. English and general education will also be included. Students will also take two electric vehicle courses focusing on high voltage, safety, and components. This combined selection of courses is designed to prepare you to be an employer's candidate of choice.
Because the program is based on the Truck and Coach Technician apprenticeship curriculum standards, you'll meet the requirements for Level 1 and 2 in-school apprenticeship training. You'll also be able to work in many different areas of the truck and coach industry, including in a repair facility as an apprentice, in administrative/managerial roles and with parts departments/suppliers.
Courses
Career Options and Education Pathways
Program Highlights
- You'll have access to one of Canada's largest transportation training centres at Centennial College's Ashtonbee Campus
- You'll learn about truck and coach technologies in modern facilities with training aids that are relevant to industry expectations and standards.
- This program will combine technical training and college academic courses, with both lectures and labs incorporated into your studies.
- Students will also take two electric vehicle courses focusing on high voltage, safety, and components.
Career Outlook
- Apprentice truck and coach technician
- Certified truck and coach technician
- Maintenance shop manager
- Industry representative
- Employment within support services such as rebuild shops/parts supply organizations/etc
Education Pathways
Graduates of this Truck and Coach Technician diploma program have the opportunity to apply learning achieved at Centennial for credits toward further study at the degree level. Listed below are programs from partnering institutions that are available for this program.
Please note that each partner has minimum admission requirements to be met in order to qualify for transfer credits, which are assessed by the receiving partner institution.
| Partner Institution | Degree Program |
|---|---|
| Algoma University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Bachelor of Science in multiple majors | |
| Honours Bachelor of Computer Science | |
| Lakehead University | Bachelor or Honours or Bachelor degree in any major |
| Laurentian University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Nipissing University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Ontario Tech University | Honours Bachelor of Arts in Educational Studies |
| Honours Bachelor of Commerce (bridge) | |
| Seneca Polytechnic | Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies |
| University of Ottawa | Honours Bachelor of Commerce |
| University of Waterloo | Bachelor of Arts in multiple majors |
| Bachelor of Environmental Studies in multiple majors | |
| Bachelor of Mathematics | |
| Bachelor of Science in multiple majors | |
| York University | Bachelor or Honours Bachelor degree in any major |
| Bachelor or Honours Bachelor of Science in multiple majors | |
| Honours Bachelor of Environmental Studies (3- or 4-year) |
Please visit our website at //centennial.adv-pub.moveonca.com/outgoing-home/ for more information on articulation agreements.
For pathways to other Ontario post-secondary institutions, please visit ONTransfer.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or mature student status (19 years or older)
- Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent, or take the Centennial English Admission Test
- Grade 11 Mathematics (M or U) or Grade 12 Mathematics (C or U), or equivalent, or take the Centennial College Engineering Math Skills Assessment for Admission
Additional Requirements
Safety Requirements
In labs, Personal Protective Equipment is required to be worn at all times. CSA approved safety shoes and safety glasses with clear lenses and side shields.
Additional clothing safety considerations include no loose clothing and arms and legs must be fully covered (no T’s or shorts). Workshop coveralls are required for most labs.
Welding lab in addition to your PPE requires “Welders Gloves” and Cotton Coveralls are preferred.
Lab specific PPE requirements are provided in the Course Outlines and must be supplied by the student.
Semester Requirements
This is a fast-paced learning environment and it is recommended that students plan to attend all classes and related labs routinely.
Disability Considerations
Technical courses are conducted following the National Occupational Analysis (NOA) for the trade of Truck Coach Technician.
Individuals in this trade possess a good mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity, good vision, hearing, and sense of smell, good hand-eye coordination and strength. Additionally, good communication skills and patience are important.
Co-op Option
The co-op option in this program will provide you with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience while you complete a co-op work term 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 first 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
Co-op Requirements
- Minimum of 80% of courses completed from semester 1
- Completion of COMM-160/161 by the end of semester 1
- A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher (this must be maintained for the duration of the program)
- Students must be legally eligible to work in Canada
- Students who meet the above prerequisites will submit their application for co-op to the Career Services & Cooperative Education Department in semester 1
Note: Meeting the minimum co-op program requirements does not guarantee admission into the co-op program.
How to Apply
1. Apply Online
Domestic Students
If you are applying through the Better Jobs Ontario Program, please apply at the Employment Training Centre (Progress Campus). The Better Jobs Ontario Program is a funding initiative for those who have been laid-off and are in need of training. For more information go to Better Jobs Ontario Program.
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 $125 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.
2. Submit Documents
Domestic Applicants
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.
Domestic applicants who attended school outside of Canada: 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.
International Applicants
Please refer to the International Education Application Guide.
3. Confirm Your Offer of Admission
Offers of Admission are sent by mail to eligible applicants. When you receive your offer, you must login to your account at Ontariocolleges.ca and confirm before the Deadline to Confirm noted in your offer letter.
You may confirm only one college and one program offer at a time.
You must confirm your offer by the Deadline to Confirm noted in your Offer of Admission letter or your seat may be given to another applicant.
When you confirm your Offer of Admission at Centennial College you are given access to your personal myCentennial account where you can check your email, grades, register for courses, pay tuition fees, and see your class timetable.
4. Pay Fees
Centennial fees statements are sent by email to your personal email account and to your myCentennial email account. Fees statements are not mailed.
You must make a minimum payment by the Fees Deadline noted in your Fees Statement or your seat may be given to another applicant.
5. Build Your Timetable (Register for Courses)
Build your timetable (web-register for courses) at my.centennialcollege.ca.
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
You received a Conditional Offer of Admission and you have not met the conditions of your offer.
Once you have paid your fees or have made appropriate arrangements, register for your courses online through myCentennial.
Tuition and Fees
Fees noted below are estimates only. Tuition is based on two semesters, beginning Fall 2024.
| Student | Tuition (2 Semesters) | Ancillary Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canadian | $2,721.00 | $1,177.34 | $3,898.34 |
| International | $17,722.00 | $1,665.52 | $19,387.52 |
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes
Program Vocational Learning Outcomes describe what graduates of the program have demonstrated they can do with the knowledge and skills they have achieved during their studies. The outcomes are closely tied to the needs of the workplace. Through assessment (e.g., assignments and tests), students verify their ability to reliably perform these outcomes before graduating.
- Analyze, diagnose, and solve various truck and coach power system problems by using problem-solving and critical thinking skills and strategies and by applying fundamental knowledge of truck and coach operation, components and their interrelationships.
- Diagnose and repair truck and coach advanced HVAC systems and controls in accordance with legal requirements and manufacturer’s recommendation.
- Diagnose and repair truck and coach engine and engine management systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair truck and coach electrical, electronic, personal safety, and emission components in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations and specification.
- Diagnose and repair truck and coach drive train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Diagnose and repair truck and coach steering, suspension, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations.
- Disassemble and assemble truck and coach components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of basic shop practices.
- Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and diagnostic equipment to assess truck and coach electrical/ electronic circuits, management and fuel systems, and subsystems.
- Apply knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics to the testing and inspection of truck and coach systems and subsystems
- Produce supporting documentation at the appropriate industry standard using the correct and current terminology required by the field.
- Use information technology and computer skills to access proper service data concerning repair procedures and manufacturers’ updates.
- Prepare logs, records, and documentation in accordance with the truck and coach standards.
- Apply business practices, project management skills, and communication skills to improve customer service.
- Assist in quality-control and quality- assurance programs and procedures.
- Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
- Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational, health, safety, and environmental law; established policies and procedures; codes and regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles.
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Jesse Kennely, Automotive, Instructor and GraduateI feel like I owe a lot of my success to the college, because if they hadn't pointed me in this direction, I'd probably still be there in this small town, just working on average cars. But with their help and guidance, they gave me this opportunity to do what I do now. So I feel like I have knowledge now that an average person doesn't, and if I can pass it on to the next generation, that could be someone else's life that I'm changing.
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