The Automotive - Motive Power Technician program is for you if you've ever wondered how an engine works or what makes a transmission drive.

With an emphasis on motor vehicle technology, this dynamic and inclusive offering's theoretical and practical Motive Power Technician courses will prepare you for work in the transportation industry. The trade-relevant skills and knowledge you'll acquire will help you undertake challenging positions in a variety of employment opportunities.

In keeping with Ministry and the Ontario College of Trades standards, the program will deliver content that meets the requirements for Level 1 and Level 2 in-school apprenticeship training. Additionally, you'll actively participate in comprehensive hands-on training activities in fully-equipped modern transportation lab facilities.

Graduates will receive a Motive Power Technician Diploma and will be credited with all two levels of Automotive Service Technician apprenticeship in-school training.

If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding experience where wrenches and technology meet, you'll find it in Centennial's Motive Power program.

Co-op Option

The program's co-op option will provide you with the opportunity 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.

Companies Offering Jobs

Canadian Tire, Department of National Defence, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Honda Canada, State Farm Insurance, Toyota

Program Highlights

• Graduates meet requirements associated with Level One and Level Two Automotive Service Technician in-school apprenticeship training.
• Graduates earn ODP certification (Ozone Depletion Prevention).
• Graduates earn a recognized two-year diploma.
• You will practice aspects of vehicle repair and diagnosis in one of Canada's largest transportation training centres.

Career Outlook

• Automotive apprentice technician
• Automotive technician (following apprenticeship)
• Automotive technical supervisor
• Automotive service advisor
• Automotive service manager
• Automotive parts manager
• Automotive teacher (college/high school/factory training)

Education Pathways

Successful graduates of this Automotive - Motive Power Technician (Optional Co-op) Diploma program have the opportunity to apply their credits toward further study. Listed below are programs from partnering institutions that are available for this program.