HMTD 1114: Tires, Wheels & Hubs
Department
Technical Training Access
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces students to the service and diagnosis of wheels, tires, and hubs.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe tires, rims, wheels, and hubs.
- Service tires, rims, wheels, and hubs.
- Describe external traction devices (chains, studded tires etc.).
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 5
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 20
Total Hours: 25
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and
hands-on practical work.
Grading System
Percentages-ITA
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Other
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20
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Theory- includes formative assessments, assignments, and a summative assessment.
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Other
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80
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Practical- includes shop tasks, active participation and teamwork, workplace behavior, use of tools and equipment.
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Course topics
- 1. Tires, rims, wheels, and hubs.
2. Servicing tires, rims, wheels, and hubs.
3. External traction devices (chains, studded tires etc.).
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.