Automotive Service Technology
International Exclusive Class
Program Credential
Diploma
Program Length
2 years
Start Date / Intakes
January & September
Campus Location
Broadway
Tuition & Credits
$446.96 per credit for 60 credits
Total Tuition Fee
$26,820 for 2 years
Description
This diploma is designed to train international students for the automotive repair industry. Graduates
will have acquired advanced knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to carry out their duties in a
safe, ethical and professional manner. Graduates will also acquire extensive skills to apply practical,
communication and business skills to be successful employees in the industry.
Admission Requirements
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High school graduation
English proficiency requirement:
- English 11 with a C or higher, or
- IELTS overall 6.0 (with no band less than 5.5), or
- TOEFL 70 (Listening 16, Speaking 18, Reading 18, Writing 18)
Math 10 with a C or higher
Application Deadline
Many high demand programs fill quickly. Check the seat availability status for the program of your
choice at www.vcc.ca/international and apply while program seats are open.
 Applicants with a valid study permit:
Applications are accepted if seats are open
 Applicants without a valid study permit: Applications are accepted a minimum of 4 months prior
to program start date, if seats are open
Total Program Fees: $30,980 (approximately)
Breakdown:
Tuition Fee College Initiative Student Union
$26,817.60
$148.10
$117.44
Extended Health
Dental Plan
U-Pass
Grad Fee
Campus Resource
$292.08
$292.08
$553
$20.81
$268.18
Other Costs (approximately): Laundry Fee $593.03, E-books $116.52, Toolset Rental $500, Coverall deposit $85, Materials
$523.26, Textbooks $506, Work boots $100 to $250, Safety glasses $25, Padlocks $20 to $40
This is an international cohort program. As international cohorts are exclusively for international students,
international fees apply throughout the duration of the program.
Courses
Classes are generally held 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, with alternating Fridays. Class
times are subject to change.
Term 1
Automotive Safety
Communication and Business
Automotive Repair Tools
Automotive Electronics
Term 2
Automotive Service
Automotive Methods
Hydraulic & Mechanical Brakes
Term 3
Auto Frame & Body Support
Automotive Steering
Advanced Electric/Electronics
Term 4
Electronic Ignition Systems
Fuel Delivery Systems
Engine Management Systems
Emission Control Systems
Career Prospects
Graduates of this program may find employment in the automotive repair sector.
Tuition fees and other fees are approximate and subject to change due to yearly increases without notice. Students will be
required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program.
The application fee is non-refundable.
All program information including tuition and other fees, course/program content, length, admission requirements, prerequisites, start/end dates, postponements and/or cancellation is subject to change without notice.