HMTD 1135: Truck Structure
Department
Technical Training Access
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course continues the fundamentals of lifting and supporting Trucks and components in order to safely perform repairs. Students will select, use and maintain correct rigging and lifting tooling for the removal and installation of suspension and hub assemblies. Students will be introduced to frame types on different trucks, vehicle suspensions, wheels, hubs and tires. Work area organization and documentation of work will be introduced in the shop tasks.
Students will also continue learning about the apprenticeship system, various working conditions, job search and interview skills, as well as positive employee attributes.
Year of study
1st Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe wheels, tires, and hubs. Perform disassembly, inspection and assembly of hubs and wheel/tire groups
- Demonstrate work area staging and maintain an organised work area.
- Identify important steps or tasks to document in a service report.
- Communicate effectively with their team members and external stakeholders, utilizing appropriate technical terminology, active listening skills, and professionalism standards required for success as a heavy mechanical trades technician in a diverse work environment.
- Demonstrate effective job search skills to secure employment as a heavy mechanical trades technician.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 7.5
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 70
Total Hours: 77.5
Instructional Strategies
Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, on-line self study, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and hands-on practical work.
Grading System
Percentages
Evaluation Plan
Type
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Percentage
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Assessment activity
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Assignments
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15
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Assignments and summative evaluation
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Quizzes/Tests
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25
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End of topic quizzes
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Lab Work
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40
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Practical assignments (e.g., preparation, task completion, cleanup, writing service reports, workplace behaviour, teamwork, workplace safety)
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Assignments
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20
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Job search and interview skills
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Course topics
- Frames and suspension
- Tires, wheels and hubs
- Workplace skills and communication
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.