Automotive Service Technician and Operations (Ford ASSET Option), Diploma, Full-time/Cooperative Education
Program Overview
This automotive science program provides a comprehensive foundation in automotive repair and maintenance. Students gain hands-on experience through coursework and two co-op work terms, preparing them for careers as automotive service technicians or Ford-certified technicians. The program covers a wide range of topics, including automotive fundamentals, electrical systems, engine repair, and advanced technologies.
Program Outline
Outline:
Term 1 (13 weeks)
- ASTO 1001: Automotive Science Fundamentals
- ASTO 1002: Employment Preparation and SkilledTradesBC Level 1 Standardized Level Exam Preparation
- ASTO 1020: Workplace Safety
- ASTO 1021: Welding
- ASTO 1022: Tools and Equipment
- ASTO 1023: Wheels, Hubs, Tires, and Bearings
- ASTO 1024: Brake Systems
- ASTO 1025: Suspension Systems
- ASTO 1026: Steering Systems
- ASTO 1027: Basic Electrical Systems
- ASTO 1028: General Automotive Maintenance
- ASTO 1029: Driveshafts
Co-op 1 (22 weeks)
- ASTO 1990: Co-op Work Term 1
Term 2 (12 weeks)
- ASTO 2001: Automotive Science Mechanical Applications
- ASTO 2002: Customer Relations and Sales
- ASTO 2003: Automotive Business Practices
- ASTO 2010: SkilledTradesBC Level 2 Standardized Level Exam Preparation
- ASTO 2020: Starting, Charging, and Advanced Electrical Systems
- ASTO 2021: Electronic Chassis Systems
- ASTO 2022: Engine Repair and Support Systems
- ASTO 2023: Manual Transmission, Transfer Case, and Differentials
Term 3 (12 weeks)
- ASTO 3001: Automotive Science Clean Air Technology
- ASTO 3002: Automotive Communications
- ASTO 3003: Automotive Business Operations
- ASTO 3010: SkilledTradesBC Level 3 Standardized Level Exam Preparation
- ASTO 3020: Electrical and Electronic Systems
- ASTO 3021: Electronic Ignition Systems
- ASTO 3022: Fuel Delivery Systems
- ASTO 3023: Gasoline Engine Management Systems
- ASTO 3024: Emission Control Systems
- ASTO 3025: Networking Systems
Co-op 2 (22 weeks)
- ASTO 3990: Co-op Work Term 2
Term 4 (12 weeks)
- ASTO 4001: Automotive Science Advanced
- ASTO 4003: Automotive Business Management
- ASTO 4010: SkilledTradesBC Level 4 Standardized Level Exam Preparation
- ASTO 4020: Advanced Feature Group
- ASTO 4021: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Systems
- ASTO 4023: All-Wheel Drive Systems
- ASTO 4024: Automatic Transmissions
Careers:
- Automotive Service Technician
- Ford-certified technician
Entry Requirements:
Applicants must meet all entrance requirements and will be accepted on a first qualified basis as long as space remains. When available intakes are full, qualified applicants are wait-listed. If you are uncertain or don’t meet the requirements, we strongly recommend you complete any applicable Trades Entry Assessments before applying. English language proficiency: one of the following: Category 3 – English Studies 12 (50%) or equivalent or BCIT English Trades Entry Assessment Math: one of the following: Pre-Calculus 11 (50%) or Foundations of Math 11 (50%) or Workplace Math 11 (50%) or Other acceptable BC and Yukon courses or BCIT Math Trades Entry Assessment BCIT Mechanical Reasoning Trades Entry Assessment Complete the following form for submission with your online application: Program Acknowledgement form [PDF]
