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AUTO 1145: Parts & Inventory Management 2
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Auto Part & Serv Advs Coll Est
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course prepares students with advanced skills in automotive parts operations, including inventory control, cycle counts, audits, and stock analysis. Learners practice sourcing parts electronically, managing special orders, warranties, and shipping tasks. Emphasis is placed on dealership management systems, accuracy, and reducing obsolescence to optimize modern parts department performance.
Credits
3.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
AUTO 1040.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Perform advanced inventory functions including cycle counts and audits.
- Analyze inventory reports to maintain stock levels and reduce obsolescence.
- Source and order parts from multiple vendors using electronic systems.
- Handle special orders, warranty parts, and shipping procedures.
- Demonstrate use of dealership management systems (DMS) for parts operations.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
PLAR is assessed through a challenge exam, interview, or worksite assessment.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 30
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 60
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 25
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 5
Total Hours: 60
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
- Advanced Inventory Control Methods
- Cycle Counting Audit Procedures
- Electronic Parts Sourcing Systems
- Vendor Management Order Processing
- Warranty Special Order Handling
- Dealership Management System Operations
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.