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HPAS 1020: Automotive Tools and Equipment
Effective date
January 2026
Department
Auto Serv Tech Diploma Intl
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course provides students with hands-on experience and knowledge essential for the automotive service industry. Students will learn to use both hand and power tools, as well as diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve vehicle issues. The course covers the selection, description, and repair of various fasteners, and introduces specialty shop tools. Emphasis is placed on safety procedures for using hoisting and lifting equipment, accurate application of service manuals and technical information, and proper documentation of work orders and other forms. Additionally, students will demonstrate the safe use of welding equipment.
Credits
5.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Use tools and equipment specific to the automotive service industry, including both hand and power tools.
- Use diagnostic equipment to identify causes of vehicle issues and to maintain proper vehicle operation.
- Describe, select, and repair various types of fasteners.
- Describe specialty shop tools used in the automotive service industry.
- Apply safety procedures for using hoisting and lifting equipment.
- Apply service manuals and technical information accurately.
- Document work orders and other forms appropriately.
- Demonstrate safe use of welding equipment.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 95
Total Hours: 125
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 95
Total Hours: 125
Instructional Strategies
Classroom activities are lectures, demonstrations, audio-visual presentations and exercises. Practical experience takes place in an active shop setting. The extensive workshop experience provides reinforcement of theoretical concepts, develops hand skills, and familiarity with repair procedures, electronic equipment and standard safety procedures. All modules are designed to enable the student to work independently and in groups.
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
70%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
15 |
Assignments related to Tools and equipment. |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
15 |
|
|
Final Exam |
30 |
Students are given final exam at the end of the course to assess their theoretical knowledge. |
|
Lab Work |
30 |
Practical knowledge and skills are evaluated in the shop while students are working on training aids and customer vehicles. |
|
Participation |
10 |
Demonstrated engagement with course activities and discussions. |
Course topics
- Tools and shop equipment
- Diagnostic equipment
- Fasteners
- Specialty tools
- Hoisting and lifting
- Service manuals and technical information
- Documentation
- Welding equipment
Learning resources
Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service (Published by Pearson)
Moodle (LMS)
Moodle (LMS)
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.