Study location	Canada, Ontario, Toronto
Type	Diploma, College
Nominal duration	2 years, plus 1 Optional Co-op term
Study language	English
Course code	8215

Tuition fee	CA$18,829 per year The fee is for the 2023–2024 academic year and includes tuition (CA$17,206), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates for two semesters and are subject to change.
Registration fee	CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300).
Accommodation fee	CA$1,800 per month The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month. Including the cost of food, rent, transportation and other living expenses (varies depending on your living preferences). Estimated living expenses are to be used as a guide only and are subject to change.

Entry qualification	High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents): Grade 12 English Grade 11 or 12 Mathematics The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Language requirements

English If you did not complete two or more consecutive full years at a recognized secondary or post-secondary education institution in a school where English is the primary language of instruction and communication, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below: IELTS (Academic): Overall score of 6.0 (min Listening: 5.5, min Reading: 5.5, min Writing: 5.5, min Speaking: 5.5) TOEFL (IBT): Total score of 80 (min Reading: 20, min Listening: 20, min Speaking: 20, min Writing: 20) Duolingo English Test (DET): Minimum score of 105 Other accepted language tests

More information	centennialcollege.ca/..ve-power-technician

Overview

This Heavy Duty Equipment – Motive Power Technician program, which is based on the Heavy Duty Equipment Technician apprenticeship curriculum standards, will prepare you for an exciting career as a skilled professional in the heavy-duty equipment field — one of the economy’s largest industries.

The theoretical knowledge you’ll gain in the Heavy Duty Equipment Motive Power Technician courses, combined with the hands-on experience in state-of-the-art labs, will give you an ideal start to a fulfilling career.

The program will focus on applied mechanics and vehicle dynamics, as well as component design and repair. Centennial College will offer exclusive courses such as Fixed Operations Management and Hoisting and Rigging while also incorporating the business, English and general education courses.

Upon completion, you’ll be able to seek employment in many areas of the heavy-duty industry, such as an apprenticeship in an equipment dealership, repair facility, mining and construction companies, administrative/managerial roles and parts departments/suppliers. Because the program is based on the Heavy Duty Equipment apprenticeship curriculum standards, you’ll meet the requirements for levels 1 and 2 of in-school apprenticeship training.

Co-op Option

The program’s co-op option will allow you to gain hands-on experience while you work one term as a paid employee in the field. This opportunity will not only allow you to put classroom learning into practice, but it will also provide valuable contacts for future careers.

Career opportunities

• Heavy Duty Equipment technician
• Maintenance shop manager
• Industry representative
• Employment in support services