This course provides Automotive Service Technician Level 2 Apprentices with the skills and knowledge required for the Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Level 2 certification as set by SkilledTradesBC.
Learners will perform advanced electrical testing by assessing, diagnosing and servicing starting systems, charging systems. Learners will also evaluate engine mechanical conditions and perform engine repairs through the assessment, diagnosis and servicing of gaskets and seals, lubrication systems and cooling systems. Learners will overhaul manual transmissions, as well as service clutch systems, transmission shifting linkage, hydraulic and electrical control systems, drive shafts, final drives, differentials and axles. Additionally learners will assess, diagnose, and service basic electrical systems, hydraulics, drum brake, disc brake, power assist, and anti-lock brake systems, steering systems as well as suspension systems.
Upon successful completion of this course, apprentices will be able to progress to Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Level 3 technical training.
Course code: ATAP 2011
Credits: 9.0
Tuition: $0
Length: 210.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
Successful completion of Automotive Service Technician Level 1 or Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Level 1.
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Schedule †
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
| CRN # | Dates |
Day/Time/Location |
Register |
| 40013 | January 13, 2025
to May 9, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: Blended
Location: Varies | |
| 60007 | June 2, 2025
to July 18, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | WaitlistWaitlist
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| 61927 | July 21, 2025
to September 5, 2025 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | WaitlistWaitlist
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| 70012 | September 8, 2025
to October 24, 2025 | See full schedule
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| 70010 | September 8, 2025
to January 30, 2026 | See full schedule
Delivery: Blended
Location: Varies | RegisterRegister
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| 70016 | October 27, 2025
to December 12, 2025 | See full schedule
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| 40039 | January 12, 2026
to May 8, 2026 | See full schedule
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| 40044 | February 23, 2026
to April 10, 2026 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
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| 60018 | May 25, 2026
to July 10, 2026 | See full schedule
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| 70027 | September 8, 2026
to October 23, 2026 | See full schedule
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| 70033 | September 14, 2026
to January 29, 2027 | See full schedule
Delivery: Blended
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| 70030 | October 26, 2026
to December 11, 2026 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
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| 40066 | January 11, 2027
to May 7, 2027 | See full schedule
Delivery: Blended
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| 40063 | February 22, 2027
to April 9, 2027 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
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| 70043 | September 6, 2027
to January 28, 2028 | See full schedule
Delivery: Blended
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| 70039 | September 13, 2027
to October 29, 2027 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | RegisterRegister
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| 70046 | November 1, 2027
to December 17, 2027 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | RegisterRegister
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| 40078 | January 10, 2028
to May 5, 2028 | See full schedule
Delivery: Blended
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| 40081 | February 22, 2028
to April 7, 2028 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
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| 60031 | July 24, 2028
to September 8, 2028 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | RegisterRegister
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| 70039 | September 4, 2028
to October 20, 2028 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | |
| 70046 | October 23, 2028
to December 8, 2028 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | |
| 40081 | January 8, 2029
to February 23, 2029 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | |
Schedule †
Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.
| CRN # | Dates |
Day/Time/Location |
Register |
| 60023 | May 24, 2027
to July 9, 2027 | See full schedule
Delivery: In Person
Location: VCC Broadway Building A | |
Additional Information
- • Cooling systems
• Lubricating systems
• Engine assembly
• Accessory drive systems
• Manual transmission and transaxles
• Clutches
• Final drive assemblies
• Starting and charging systems and batteries
• Lighting and wiper systems
• Steering and control systems
• Suspension and control systems
• Braking and control systems
- The first portion of the E-pprentice program is taken online, followed by two weeks of full-time practical evaluation on campus.
- Students must have access to an Internet-equipped computer and the ability to operate Zoom using a webcam and headset mic.
* The amount shown is the approximate cost of tuition (for courses with tuition) or fees (for courses that do not have tuition).
Tuition and Fees are approximate and subject to change. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.
† 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.
