This course provides a comprehensive overview of gasoline and diesel engines, covering their components, configurations, and construction materials. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of the four-stroke cycle in internal combustion engines and learn to evaluate engine mechanical conditions using various diagnostic tests. Students will also disassemble and reassemble engines, focusing on cleaning, measuring, and evaluating components. Additionally, the course covers servicing gaskets and seals, diagnosing and repairing lubrication and cooling systems, and understanding high-performance engine components.
Prerequisites
HPAS 1000.
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.
- Internal Combustion Engines
- Engine assembly
- Gaskets and seals
- Lubricating systems
- Cooling systems
- Accessory drive systems
- High performance engine components
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42360 |
January 4, 2027 to February 5, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | 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 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60499 |
May 3, 2027 to June 4, 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.