Automotive Service Technician
HERE YOU CAN. | Hands on – Industry Ready
Start your career in the automotive industry with our 10-month hands-on preemployment program. Students will learn about career opportunities, automotive technology and automotive system repair, while acquiring the technical and practical skills that employers are looking for.
Program Overview
This 10-month preemployment Automotive Service Technician program will explore potential Automotive career opportunities and the roles and responsibilities of each. Also, students will be introduced to the various Automobile systems (purpose, identification, operation and repair). Topics ranging from engines, brakes, battery electric vehicles and everything in between will be covered. For complete details of the automobile systems covered refer to the Academic Calendar. Upon program completion students will be prepared to enter the automotive industry in an entry level position.
Why Study Automotive Service Technician at UCN?
- Automotive Service Technicians are a career in high demand with high employment opportunities across Canada.
- Automotive Service Technicians are at the forefront of technology as today’s automobiles are continually advancing.
- Small class sizes
- Opportunity for work placements
- Less cost as compared to other equivalent programs
- Modern shop facility
- Modern tools and equipment for student learning
Career Outcomes and Community
Career Pathways
- Service Advisor
- Parts Professional
- Service Technician
- Facility Management
- Repair Facility Owner/Operator
Alumni & Student Spotlights and Related Stories
Jack Werstroh
Read about Jacks experience as an Automotive Technician student.
Program Schedule
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ABS1001 | Waskawimakanwa Mecimwaci Isihtwawina | 1 |
| BTR1912 | Core Occupational Health & Safety | 2 |
| EXT0158 | Standard First Aide with CPR (St John’s Ambulance) | 0 |
| ITA1100 | Related Gas Welding | 2 |
| MSC1380 | Mathematics | 2 |
| MSC1381 | Science | 2 |
| VTR1001 | Shop Safety/Hand Tools Theory & Practical | 2 |
| VTR1015 | Vehicle Maintenance & Inspection Theory & Practical | 1 |
| VTR1061 | Brakes-Hydraulic Theory & Practical | 3 |
| VTR1071 | Steering/Suspension Theory & Practical | 1 |
| VTR1091 | Engines Theory & Practical | 2 |
| ART1681 | Pre-employment Trades Communication | 2 |
| VTR1011 | Electrical Systems Theory & Practical | 3 |
| VTR1021 | Fuel Systems Theory & Practical | 3 |
| VTR1031 | Tune-up Theory & Practical | 1 |
| VTR1041 | Standard Transmission Theory & Practical | 2 |
| VTR1051 | Rear Axles & Drive Lines Theory & Practical | 1 |
| VTR1081 | Automatic Transmission Theory & Practical | 3 |
| VTR1111 | Introduction to Electronics & Diagnostics Theory & Practical | 3 |
| VTR1101 | Restraint Systems Theory & Practical | 1 |
| VTR1121 | Automotive Technology Practicum | 1 |
Admissions
Requirements
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English 20F
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Pre-Calculus Mathematics 20S, Applied Mathematics 20S or Essential Mathematics 30S
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Science 20F or Science 20G
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Or equivalencies of above
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Or mature student
Application Fee
- Domestic Student Application Fee: $50 plus GST ($52.50)
- International Student Application Fee: $158 plus GST ($165.9)
Important Dates and Deadlines
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Semester Start DateSeptember 10, 2026
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Semester End DateJune 11, 2027