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HMEC 1050: Heavy Mechanical Exam and Employment Preparation
Effective date
May 2026
Department
Heavy Duty/Commercial Tranport
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course prepares students for a final theoretical and practical exam covering content learned in the entire program. The exam prepares students for the SkilledTradesBC Level 1 equivalency exam. It also provides students with an opportunity to enhance job search, resume/cover letter, and interview skills. Topics included are from the SkilledTradesBC. Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Program (2025) section L1,L2 and K1.
Credits
1.0
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:
- Prepare for an interview (L2)
- Follow up on an interview (L2)
- Prepare a resume (l2)
- Prepare a cover letter (L2)
- Identify job search sources (L2)
- Use communication and listening techniques (L1)
- Review Heavy Mechanical Trades, in preparation for Skilled Trades B.C. level 1 equivalency exam (K1)
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 25
Total Hours: 25
Total Hours: 25
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and hands-on practical work.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
50 |
Includes: quizzes, assignments and summative evaluation |
|
Lab Work |
50 |
Practical assignments (e.g., preparation, task completion, cleanup, document writing-service report) |
Course topics
- Resumes
- Cover letter
- Interview
- Job Search
- Program Review
- Mentoring
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.