HMTD 2110: Trailers 1
Department
Technical Training Access
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
Landing Gear and Couplers. This course introduces students to trailer accessories such as landing gear, winches, hitches, and couplers.
Year of study
2nd Year Post-secondary
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Describe the construction and operation of landing gear and winches.
- Service and repair landing gear and winches.
- Describe and service hitches and couplers.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 12.5
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 12.5
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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50
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Theory- includes formative assessments, assignments, and a summative assessment.
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Other
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50
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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. Construction and operation of landing gear and winches.
2. Servicing and repairing landing gear and winches.
3. Hitches and couplers.
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.