Trailers, Body Structure and HVAC

Course code HMEC 1040

Credit 2.0

Length 50.0 hours

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This course introduces students to the diagnosis and repair of trailer, body, and HVAC systems. Topics included from SkilledTradesBC. Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program (2025) sections G1, F1, F2,F3, F4, J1 and J2.

Prerequisites

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Principles of heating and air conditioning
  • Design, operation and components of heating and air conditioning systems
  • Environmental imparts of refrigerants
  • Heating and refrigeration systems including charging and discharging air conditioning systems.
  • Landing gear , coupling systems and trailer accessories
  • Trailer bodies and components

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
42440 March 15, 2027
to March 24, 2027
Lecture VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.