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Heavy Duty Equipment /Truck & Transport Repair - Diploma

Develop skills and knowledge to diagnose and repair faults in the mechanical, hydraulic, electronic and electrical systems used in heavy equipment and truck and transport vehicles.

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Start Date:
September
Duration:
2 Years
Credential:
Diploma
Delivery:
Full-time

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Program Overview

This program provides you with the skills and knowledge to diagnose and repair faults in mechanical, hydraulic, and electronic/electrical systems used in a diverse range of Heavy Duty Equipment and Truck and Transport vehicles. The equipment and vehicles you learn to repair and maintain range from heavy duty off road equipment to transport trucks and from farm equipment to marine engines. Workplace safety is an important aspect of your training. You learn how to maintain a safe shop environment and become aware of how to safely handle hazardous products.

Student Comments

  1. Highlight"I had two of the best instructors you could meet. They would always help you out with anything."
  2. Cool Activity" Opportunity to compete in Skills Competitions. Previous NSCC grads have won Gold in the national skills competition."
  3. Why Take It"Work towards your Red Seal endorsement – a standard of excellence and qualification recognized across Canada."

Admission Requirements

  • High School Graduation Diploma or equivalent.

Choose NSCC

  • This program is a first step towards Journeyperson Certification in the Heavy Duty Equipment Technician and Truck and Transport Mechanic trades. To work as a Truck and Transport Mechanic, certification is compulsory through Nova Scotia's Department of Labour and Advanced Education. Graduates of this program are eligible for transfer credit upon registration to the Provincial Apprenticeship Program.
  • Safety Training – This program places equal and important emphasis on your technical and safety training. You receive certification in Workplace Hazardous Material Information Systems (WHMIS), and Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S). You also receive awareness training for Fall Arrest, Confined Spaces, Lock-out/Tag-out and Respiratory Protection as it applies to these trades.

Employment Opportunities

  • Graduates are prepared for a variety of well-paid job opportunities.
  • Servicing and sales for Heavy Equipment, Truck and Transport Vehicles, Busses, Farm Equipment, Diesel and Marine Engines.
  • Learn more about labour market information – visit Career Options.

Other Info

  • Chemical Use – If you are chemically sensitive, it is important to note that chemicals (petroleum products and other chemical products) are commonly used in the Heavy Duty Equipment Technician and Truck and Transport Mechanic trades.
  • Red Seal – Heavy Duty Equipment Technician and Truck and Transport Mechanic are designated trades that qualify for the Interprovincial Standards Red Seal Program. The Red Seal allows qualified tradespersons to practise the trade in any province or territory in Canada where the trade is designated without having to write further examinations.
  • Registered apprentices can apply for the NSCC Journeyperson Diploma. This diploma recognizes your apprentice training, and the completion of NSCC's employability skills and portfolio requirements.
  • Important Abilities & Skills – To be successful in this field, individuals should be physically agile and capable of performing a number of special tasks. This industry is physically demanding and includes moving, lifting, bending and kneeling as well as spending long periods of time on your feet. Work may take place in confined spaces and at varying heights. You may have to work in variable climatic conditions including cold and wet winter weather.

Courses May Include

Course descriptions
Code Course
COMM 1227   Communications I
COMM 1228   Communications II
COMP 1217   Computer Applications I
HETR 1000   Oxy-Fuel Welding and Metallurgy
HETR 1010   Wheels, Tires and Rims
HETR 1016   Introduction to Electric Welding
HETR 1020   Electrical I
HETR 1030   Shop Fundamentals
HETR 1100   Work Experience
HETR 2010   Engines and Engine Systems I
HETR 2011   Braking Systems I
HETR 2012   Braking Systems II
HETR 2030   Hydraulics I
HETR 3000   Electrical II
HETR 3002   Hydraulic Systems II
HETR 3004   Engines and Engine Systems II
HETR 3007   Heating and Ventilation Systems
HETR 3009   Air Conditioning Systems
HETR 3010   Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems
HETR 3014   Starting and Charging Systems
HETR 3019   Power Trains
HETR 3100   Work Experience II
SAFE 1000   Introduction to WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information Systems)
SAFE 1001   Introduction to NS OH&S Act
    Heavy Duty Equipment/Truck & Transport Elective requirement. Students must complete on of the elective courses consistent with goals outlined in their portfolio.

Additional Graduation Requirements

Milestone
Introduction to Confined Space Entry
Introduction to Fall Arrest / Fall Protection
Introduction to Hazard Identification
Introduction to Lock Out / Tag Out
Introduction to Respiratory Protection
Portfolio Development
Standard First Aid, CPR Level A
Workplace Mentoring I

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