Motive Power Technician

South Campus - Windsor (T167)

Two Year - Ontario College Diploma

September

Dan Vincent
(519) 972-2727, ext. 4437
dvincent@stclaircollege.ca

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
OSSD with the majority of courses at the College (C), University (U), University/College (M) or Open (O) level plus:

• Grade 12 Math (C) or (U)
• Senior Level Physics (C) or (U) is recommended

Mature students - See Admission Procedures for details.

PROGRAM GOALS
Motive power technicians test and analyze systems and vehicles in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations and specifications. They perform field installations and calibrations of service equipment and assist in the design and assembly of prototype units for research and development.

This program will appeal to students with good math and computer skills. A mechanical aptitude is also helpful.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

• Hands on training on state-of-the art equipment
• In-house Chassis Dynamometer
• In-house Engine Dynamometer
• St. Clair College facilities are located in the centre of North American Transportation Hub

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
A wide range of opportunities exist for motive power technicians in the area of manufacturing production and design, service repair and retail parts. There is also job potential in automotive service, counter sales, research and development and quality control. Motive Power Technicians are excellent candidates for automotive service technician apprenticeship positions.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Program Physical Demands Analysis: T167

YOUR INVESTMENT
Fees are subject to adjustment each year. The standard tuition and compulsory fees for 2011 are as follows:

$3,172.69
$600 - $800
$225.00

For a breakdown of tuition and other compulsory fees for Canadian, U.S. and International students, see Tuition & Fees.