Heavy Mechanical Steering Systems

Course code HMTD 1240

Credit 3.0

Length 75.0 hours

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This course introduces students to the fundamentals of on road truck steering systems, tracked machine steering and off road machine steering systems. Students will advance their terminology and clear communication specific to the heavy mechanical industry to assist with documenting work performed during a repair. It also provides the opportunity to practice more complex language and communication skills required for teamwork and professionalism such as problem-solving and conflict resolution.

Prerequisites

HMTD 1100.

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.

  • Steering system fundamentals
  • Steering system service
  • Machine Steering
  • Workplace skills and professional communication

Course schedules

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CRN# Duration Delivery Location
41116 April 7, 2027
to April 23, 2027
Shop/Teaching Kitchen VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

CRN# Duration Delivery Location
60209 August 4, 2027
to August 20, 2027
Shop/Teaching Kitchen VCC Broadway Building B See full schedule

Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.

How to take this course

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

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† 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.