About Truck And Coach Technician (apprenticeship) in Algonquin College
Become a journeyperson in the truck and coach industry.
The Truck and Coach Technician Algonquin College Certificate program is designed for registered apprentices in the truck and coach trade.
Applicants to the Truck and Coach Technician program must:
- be currently employed in the trade
- be formally registered as apprentices with the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD)
- have a valid Offer of Classroom Training from the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development that includes your Ministry Client ID and approved Class Number
If you are considering a future as truck and coach technician, you might work for businesses such as:
- bus/coach lines
- construction companies
- manufacturers
- small trucking companies
- public and private sector fleets
If you want to learn more about apprenticeships, visit www.earnwhileyoulearn.ca for detailed information.
For Registered Apprentices:
This program fulfills the in-class requirements for your apprenticeship. It is divided into three levels (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) where you will alternate between going to class for 8weeks and honing your skills through working in the field for 8 - 12 months.
During your labs, you study topics relating to:
- trade practices
- auxiliary systems
- engine systems
- electrical systems
- fuel systems
- vehicle electronic management
- emission systems
- drive trains
- steering
- suspension
- brake systems
At the end of this program, you qualify to write the Red Seal Endorsement (RSE) exam, which is recognized across Canada.
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited for apprentices who:
- Enjoy a hands-on approach to learning about the truck and coach industry.
- Have strong observational and analytical skills.
- Can work independently.
Careers
pA broad range of employment opportunities may be available to truck and coach technicians. The truck and coach repair industry may include such businesses as: bus/coach lines, large and small trucking companies, construction companies, manufacturers, and public and private sector fleets.
Program Eligibility
Algonquin College Highlights
| College Type |
Publicly funded |
| Number of Campuses |
3 |
| Annual Endowments |
3.7 million CAD |
| Student Retention Rate |
86.3 % |
| Total number of programs |
340 |
| Mode of Programmes |
Full time, Part time, Online |
| Work Study Program |
Yes, for full time programs |
| Cost of Attendance |
2,900 CAD |
| Financial aid |
Bursaries, Scholarship, Awards |
| Language Proficiency |
IELTS/TOEFL or Algonquin EAP program |
Algonquin College Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
| Tuition & Books (1 Year) |
|
Includes Tuition, Health Insurance, Upass (bus pass)
and Student Access Fees (8-Month Academic Year) |
$16,200 – $22,000 |
| Learning Resources and School Supplies |
$200 – $1,000 |
| Optional Items |
|
| Gym Membership (On-campus) |
$300 |
| Clothing |
$800 |
| Miscellaneous |
$1,150 |
| Total Optional Items |
$2,250 |
| Homestay (Fees are for 1 Month) |
|
| Application fee |
$250 |
| Accommodations & Meals (3 meals/day) |
$940 |
| Total Homestay |
$1,190 |
| Residence (8 Months) |
|
| Accommodations |
$7,720 |
| Meal Plan (Mandatory) |
$3,350 |
| Total Residence |
$11,070 |
| Off Campus Housing 1 Month |
|
| 2 Bedroom Apartment (estimated cost only) |
$1,200 – $1,400 |
