Graduates will analyze and solve heavy equipment system problems, to diagnose and repair mechanical, electronic, and electrical heavy equipment components and systems, and to use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to support heavy equipment operation.

Program Contact:
John Ikola
705-235-3211 - ext. 2196
ikolaj@northern.on.ca

Employment Opportunities

Graduates work in dealerships, industry and manufacturers, service and repair shops, retail shops, retail stores, and insurance companies.

Admission Requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD)
Grade 12 English (C, U)
Grade 11 Math (C, M, U)

Or equivalent.

Or mature student status (an applicant who does not have a high school diploma or equivalent, and will have reached the age of 19 years on or before the start of the program). Mature students must undergo academic testing prior to admission into a program. Call the Admissions Office at 705-235-7222 for more details.

Note: Academic prerequisites for this program may be obtained free of charge through Academic Upgrading. Refer to the Post-Secondary Preparation section in this calendar for more details.

Program of Studies

Semester 1
EL1120 Electrical and Electronics I
EN1592 Communication Fundamentals
GN1033 Health and Safety
HD1166 Trade Practices and Applications I
IN1092 Computer Methods Trades Software
MA1002 Mathematics and Precision Measurement I
MP1005 Engines I
WE1092 Welding I

Semester 2
EN1582 Applied Communications I
HD2003 Fluid Power I
HD2004 Fuels I
HD3006 Steering, Suspension and Brakes 1
MA2022 Mathematics and Precision Measurement II
PT2004 Power Trains I
WE2092 Welding II

Semester 3
BU4063 Introduction to Small Business
EL1003 Elective I
HD3003 Fluid Power II
HD3004 Fuels II
HD3015 Engines II
WE3002 Welding III

Semester 4
EL4006 Electrical and Electronics II
HD4002 Fluid Power III
HD4004 Steering, Suspension and Brakes II
MP3004 HVAC
PT4006 Power Trains II