This course provides Automotive Service Technician Level 2 Apprentices with the skills and knowledge required for the Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Level 2 certification as set by SkilledTradesBC.
Learners will perform advanced electrical testing by assessing, diagnosing and servicing starting systems, charging systems. Learners will also evaluate engine mechanical conditions and perform engine repairs through the assessment, diagnosis and servicing of gaskets and seals, lubrication systems and cooling systems. Learners will overhaul manual transmissions, as well as service clutch systems, transmission shifting linkage, hydraulic and electrical control systems, drive shafts, final drives, differentials and axles. Additionally learners will assess, diagnose, and service basic electrical systems, hydraulics, drum brake, disc brake, power assist, and anti-lock brake systems, steering systems as well as suspension systems.
Upon successful completion of this course, apprentices will be able to progress to Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Level 3 technical training.
Prerequisites
Successful completion of Automotive Service Technician Level 1 or Automotive Service Technician Harmonized Level 1.
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What you will learn
- • Cooling systems
• Lubricating systems
• Engine assembly
• Accessory drive systems
• Manual transmission and transaxles
• Clutches
• Final drive assemblies
• Starting and charging systems and batteries
• Lighting and wiper systems
• Steering and control systems
• Suspension and control systems
• Braking and control systems
How to register
Please contact the School of Instructor Education at 604.871.7488 or 604.871.7499 or by email at advising@vcc.ca to apply.
For more information, please see the PIDP Program Content Guide.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40039 |
January 12, 2026 to May 15, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40044 |
February 23, 2026 to April 10, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60018 |
June 1, 2026 to July 17, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70030 |
October 26, 2026 to December 11, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40063 |
February 22, 2027 to April 9, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70033 |
September 7, 2026 to December 18, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40066 |
January 11, 2027 to May 7, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60023 |
May 31, 2027 to July 16, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70039 |
September 7, 2027 to October 22, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70043 |
September 6, 2027 to January 28, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70046 |
October 25, 2027 to December 10, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40078 |
January 10, 2028 to May 5, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen Lab Online |
Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40081 |
February 22, 2028 to April 7, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40081 |
January 8, 2029 to February 23, 2029 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60023 |
May 29, 2028 to July 14, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70039 |
September 5, 2028 to October 20, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70046 |
October 23, 2028 to December 8, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60031 |
July 17, 2028 to September 1, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60388 |
July 20, 2026 to September 4, 2026 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60029 |
July 19, 2027 to September 3, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40096 |
January 4, 2028 to February 18, 2028 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40108 |
January 4, 2027 to February 19, 2027 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40096 |
February 26, 2029 to April 13, 2029 |
Shop/Teaching Kitchen | VCC Broadway Building A | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.