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APSM 1204: Automotive Service Systems and Shop Safety
Effective date
September 2026
Department
Auto Parts & Service Mgmt
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Students will learn safe work practices and the required protocol/procedures they must follow in the shop(s) throughout the transportation industry. Topics include the purpose and fundamentals of safe work practices, and the use of personal protection equipment. The course emphasizes incorporating safe practices in the usage of these various pieces of equipment.
Additionally, students will learn the effective operation and function of information technology applicable to business environments in the transportation industry. Students will use software applications to prepare appropriate business communications, schedule service and repair activities, and manage and track merchandise and inventory. Students will also explore financial and accounting software commonly used in the automotive service sector.
Credits
3.0
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:
- Explain safe work practices and the required protocols/procedures appropriate to automotive industry shop(s).
- Explain the purpose and fundamentals of safe work practices and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the workplace.
- Incorporate safe work practices in the use of various pieces of equipment in the automotive industry.
- Implement quality control measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of the automotive shop.
- Utilize software applications to prepare appropriate business communications, schedule service and repair activities, and manage and track merchandise and inventory.
- Use financial and accounting software commonly used in the automotive service sector to manage budgets and finances.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Methods of assessment may include a challenge exam, submission of a product or portfolio for review, or a practical demonstration. Please contact the Department for details.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 45
Total Hours: 45
Total Hours: 45
Instructional Strategies
Lecture, group work, case studies, discussions, presentations, guest speakers, online activities
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
C
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
5 quizzes 5% each |
|
Assignments |
30 |
3 assignments 10% each |
|
Midterm Exam |
15 |
|
|
Final Exam |
30 |
|
Course topics
- Shop Safety
- PPE Fundamentals
- Equipment Safety
- Automotive IT
- Service Software
- Financial Systems
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.