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HMAP 2001: Heavy Mechanical Trades Apprentice Level 2
Effective date
January 2027
Department
Diesel Apprenticeship
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces apprentices to the safe servicing of a variety of heavy mechanical systems, including charging systems, starting systems, electrical components, electronic components, vehicle management systems, engines and supporting systems. In the classroom and shop, they develop their ability to apply theoretical knowledge and occupational skills to all heavy mechanical work situations.
Credits
12.0
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Prerequisites
Registered STBC Apprentice in one of the following trades: Truck and Transport Mechanic, Diesel Engine Mechanic, or Heavy Duty Equipment Technician.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Diagnose and repair charging systems (D6)
- Diagnose and repair starting systems (D7)
- Diagnose and repair electrical and Electronic components and systems (D8)
- Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment management systems (D9)
- Service, Diagnose, and repair electronic ignition systems (D10)
- Describe engine fundamentals (H1)
- Service engine support systems (H2)
- Diagnose and repair engine support systems (H3)
- Service diesel fuel supply systems (H5)
- Describe alternative fuel systems (H6)
- Service , diagnose, and repair engines and components (H7)
- Diagnose and repair mechanical fuel injection systems (H8)
- Service, diagnose and repair electronic diesel fuel systems (H9)
- Service, diagnose and repair diesel emissions systems (H10)
- Service, diagnose and repair engine retarder systems (H11)
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: 114
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 126
Total Hours: 240
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 126
Total Hours: 240
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include:
Classroom activities include 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 and standard safety procedures.
Classroom activities include 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 and standard safety procedures.
Grading System
Percentages-STBC
Passing grade
70%
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
48 |
Multiple-choice quizzes and tests |
|
Lab Work |
37 |
Practical knowledge and skills are evaluated in the shop |
|
Assignments |
15 |
Document procedures, record observations, measurements, and test results |
|
|
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Students must achieve a minimum final grade of 70% at VCC to be eligible for the SkilledTradesBC Standardized Level Exam (SLE). |
Course topics
- Starting and charging systems
- Electrical and electronic components and systems
- Vehicle and equipment management systems
- Repair electronic ignition systems
- Engine fundamentals
- Engine support systems
- Diesel fuel supply systems
- Alternative fuel systems
- Engines and components
- Mechanical and electronic diesel fuel systems
- Diesel emissions systems
- Engine retarder 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.