About Motive Power Technician – Automotive (co-op) in Niagara college

Are you a problem solver with an interest in how vehicles work and the impact of automotive technology on modern day cars and trucks?

As a Motive Power Technician graduate with a focus on the automotive sector you can choose to operate your own automotive shop, or work as an Automotive Service Technician or Parts Manager at an automotive body shop or commercial dealership.

Highlights

• Hands-on, experiential learning opportunities include analyzing and solving complex motive system problems and diagnosing and repairing mechanical, electronic and electrical motive power components and systems.

• Use the latest technical equipment in state-of-the-art labs.

• Gain practical experience using troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to support automotive transportation in a co-op work term.

 Niagara College Pathway

Co-op Diploma Apprentice Option: Through the Ministry of Training, Colleges, and Universities–Apprentice Branch, students complete their diploma program while working towards their Certificate of Qualifications requirements. This option provides a sponsored co-op work term (approx. $400 in savings), interaction with an industry advisory committee, and the opportunity to begin the completion of apprentice skill requirements. Students who are enrolled in the Motive Power Technician program may be selected for admission to this option. Testing or other supplemental evaluation may be required.

Career Opportunities

• Assistant service advisor or manager
• Automotive dismantler
• Automotive service technician or service writer
• Installer
• Parts counterperson
• Technical salesperson
• Shop owner

Academic qualification equivalents

• An overall average of 65% in the six Grade 12 (U) or (M) courses

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS      :    6 (No Individual band under 5.5)
• TOEFL    :    79 with 20 in Writing and 20 in Speaking
• PTE         :    53-57

Niagara college Highlights

Niagara College Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The cost of attendance includes tuition fees, accommodation costs, and other expenses. The tables mentioned below will help international students estimate their cost of living in Canada.

Niagara College Tuition Fee

The cost of attendance is different for international students studying at Niagara College than the domestic students.

Accommodation

NC provides many housing facilities to their students on both their campuses. Students can also consider renting rooms, houses or sublets along with other students who are looking for housemates.

International students also have the following options for stay while they study in Canada:

• Homestays- International students can reside with a Canadian family once they have received confirmation from them.
• Landing Pad- Niagara College Landing Pad accommodates International students for 30 days, including two meals per day. 

The college helps the new students with information and ease the adjustment process with the new country.

Other Expenses

All new and returning students need to pay mandatory non-refundable 500 CAD tuition deposit. This deposit is essential to secure a place in the program. This fee is a part of the tuition fee which will thus reduce the tuition owed.

Applying for Admission at Niagara College

Priority is given to those candidates who qualify for Early Admission (subject to program capacity). Those who are unable to meet Early Admission Criteria may be qualified for admission under the Competitive Admission Process. However, no admissions are guaranteed to those who meet the minimum criteria.