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AUTO 1040: Parts & Inventory Management 1
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Auto Part & Serv Advs Coll Est
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course provides training in automotive parts management fundamentals. Students learn to identify parts using manufacturer and aftermarket catalogues, understand numbering systems and terminology, implement professional inventory organization methods, operate inventory control software and barcoding systems, and properly handle returns, cores, and damaged goods following industry standards.
Credits
2.5
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:
- Identify automotive parts using manufacturers and aftermarket catalogues.
- Explain part numbering systems and common terminology.
- Receive, stock, and organize parts using industry-accepted methods.
- Operate basic inventory control software and barcoding systems.
- Apply procedures for returns, cores, and damaged goods.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR is assessed through a challenge exam, interview, or worksite assessment.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 25
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 55
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 55
Instructional Strategies
A combination of lecture, demonstration, simulations, problem solving, practical activities and reflective discussion will be used throughout this course.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Participation |
10 |
|
|
Assignments |
30 |
|
|
Quizzes/Tests |
30 |
|
|
Final Exam |
30 |
|
Course topics
- Parts Identification and Catalogues
- Part Numbering System Basics
- Inventory Receiving and Stocking
- Software and Barcode Operations
- Returns and Core Management
- Automotive Parts Terminology Guide
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.