Automotive Service Technician - Foundation Training
Certificate
The Automotive Service Technician Foundation Training gives students the technical skills and knowledge to repair, adjust and replace mechanical parts in automobiles and light trucks. The full-time, 30-week program covers all the theory and practical components necessary for the first-year Automotive Service Technician Certificate, and provides a complement of valuable industry skills.
Dates and locations
| Intake | Location |
|---|---|
| September 3, 2019-April 9, 2020 | Terrace Campus |
| Future Intakes | |
| Fall 20201 | Terrace Campus |
| 1 | Future planned intakes may be subject to change. Please check back to confirm availability. |
Faculty
| Faculty Member | Campus Location |
|---|---|
| Dave Reinhardt | Terrace |
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Perform Safety Related Functions | ||
| Use Tools, Equipment and Documentation | ||
| Use Communication & Mentoring Techniques | ||
| Diagnose and Repair Driveline Systems | ||
| Diagnose & Repair Elctrcl Systems & Comp | ||
| Diagnose & Repaid Steering, Suspension, | ||
| Diagnose & Repair Restraint Systems, Bod | ||
| Diagnose & Repair Hybrid & Electric Vehi |
- Grade 12 Graduation Required OR Mature Student
- English Studies 10 , English First Peoples 10 or equivalent
- Apprenticeship Workplace Math 10 or higher
Or - Successful completion of a CAT Assessment Test
Or - Permission of Instructor
Unless otherwise noted, "Permission of Instructor" may be used to accept a student into a course(s) when the student does not meet course prerequisites and/or does not attain the required threshold on entry assessments. See the Admission and Registration section on the website for details on this policy.
Learners should be aware that many employers require Grade 12 completion.
Trades learners are encouraged to enhance their employability by enrolling in Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1. OFA courses are scheduled throughout the year at CMTN.
Complete a CMTN Bursary Application [PDF]
Harmonized Foundation-training program fees
| Fees | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Full Time: | 30 Weeks | 30 Weeks |
| Tuition: | $2,183.10 | $10,311.31 |
| Student Union Fees:1 | $83.48 | $83.48 |
| Mandatory Fees:1 | $624.00 | $662.58 |
| Health Insurance: | N/A | $287.15 |
| Total: | $2,890.58 | $10,070.37 |
| 1 | These fees are term based and may vary due to the length of the program. |
| 2 | Please note that these are approximate costs and may vary. |
Books & supplies
Books are available at the CMTN Bookstore. Please check your local campus for details.
Tool Kits are available for purchase through the CMTN Tool Crib. Kits are limited and reserved for students enrolled in specific Trades programs only. Tool kits do not include the required PPE and Supplies on the TOOLS/SUPPLIES LIST. Prices are subject to change without notice. Please pay for tool kits at the Registration Office.
In addition to the fees outlined in the Program Fees section, the following additional costs apply:
- Purchase of necessary learning resources (available at the CMTN Bookstore)
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Classroom Supplies
- Appropriate clothing
- Tools