Pre-Apprenticeship - Automotive Technician
Program: PAAT
Credential: Recognition of Achievement
Delivery: Full-time
Work Integrated Learning: 1 Work Placement
Length: 1 Semesters
Duration: 1 Year
Effective: 2025-2026
Location: Owen Sound
Description
The Automotive Service Technician Pre-Apprenticeship is a 20-week program designed to equip students with both job readiness and trade-specific skills, paving the way for future job or apprenticeship opportunities in the automotive industry.
Over 12 weeks of immersive hands-on training, classroom instruction, and lab work, students develop essential technical expertise before transitioning into an 8-week paid work placement with industry professionals. Upon completion, graduates will have successfully fulfilled the Level 1 in-school requirements of the automotive technician apprenticeship.
Career Opportunities
This program provides graduates with a pathway to a range of occupations in fields such as:
Automotive Service Technician, Automotive Service Advisor, Automotive Service Manager, Automotive Parts Product Advisor, Automotive Parts Manager
.
Program Learning Outcomes
The following reflects the planned progression for full-time offerings of the program.
- select and safely operate a range of hand tools, power tools, equipment, and instruments commonly used in the automotive service industry;
- assist skilled tradespersons and perform basic automotive-related tasks under supervision in a workplace setting;
- follow safety protocols and manufacturer guidelines to hoist and lift vehicles safely and effectively;
- perform work competently and safely, in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) as well as employer and industry safety policies and procedures;
- use automotive-specific computer software to locate and interpret information required for vehicle diagnostics and repair;
- use appropriate terminology to communicate effectively with skilled tradespersons and coworkers;
- apply visual inspection and basic troubleshooting techniques to help diagnose common automotive problems;
- perform basic heating and cutting operations following industry standards and health and safety practices.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent
- over the age of 18
- not currently registered as an apprentice in Ontario
- citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
Graduation Requirements
10 Program Courses
1 Work Placement
Graduation Eligibility
Students must successfully complete all required courses as noted below. Further details, if applicable, are noted under "Additional Information" above.
Program Tracking
| Program Courses | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 Automotive Technician | ||
| ASAB 1000 | Work Practices | 30 |
| ASAB 1001 | Engine Systems | 36 |
| ASAB 1002 | Electrical/Electronic and Emissions Systems | 96 |
| ASAB 1003 | Drive Train Systems | 36 |
| ASAB 1004 | Suspension/Steering and Brake Systems | 42 |
| Program Courses | ||
| MATC 0011 | Introduction to Technical Mathematics for Pre-Apprentices | 42 |
| TECH 0604 | First Aid / CPR / AED Level C | 16 |
| TECH 0365 | Shop Skills | 36 |
| TECH 0366 | Job Search Skills | 24 |
| TECH 0655 | Health and Safety for Pre-Apprentices | 24 |
| Work Placement | ||
| PAMT 0006 | Pre-Apprenticeship Automotive Work Placement | 320 |
| Hours | 702 | |
| Total Hours | 702 | |
Disclaimer: The information in this document is correct at the time of publication. Academic content of programs and courses is revised on an ongoing basis to ensure relevance to changing educational objectives and employment market needs.
Program outlines may be subject to change in response to emerging situations, in order to facilitate student achievement of the learning outcomes required for graduation. Components such as courses, progression, coop work terms, placements, internships and other requirements may be delivered differently than published.