Transportation Technology

TTA4CX 2-Credit  Automotive Service

In this course, you will build advanced skills in diagnosing, servicing, and repairing vehicle systems such as engines, powertrains, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical systems, and body components. You will also learn about service advising and parts advising, including how to communicate with customers, prepare estimates, and identify replacement parts. Along with hands-on projects, you will study the theory behind hybrid and electric vehicle systems to understand how modern technology is changing the industry. 

Automotive software and digital tools will support your learning as you strengthen your problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. You will also explore safety, environmental issues, and career pathways in the transportation industry, preparing you for work in automotive service, service advising, parts management, and related careers.

TTA3CX 2-Credit  Automotive Service

This course enables students to further develop technical knowledge and skills as they study, test, service, repair engine management systems, powertrains, steering control, suspension, brake, body systems on vehicles, aircraft, watercraft, and small-engine products. Students will refine communication and teamwork skills through practical tasks, using a variety of tools and equipment. Students will expand their awareness of environmental, societal issues related to transportation, their knowledge of apprenticeship and college programs leading to careers in the transportation industry. The theoretical portion of the course will be based on testing, diagnosis, repair procedures, design, and modifications. Emphasis will be placed on safety, career choices, engines, brakes, steering, electrical, suspension,hybrid/electric vehicles, and related systems. Automotive software will be the primary focus, as students will be prepared to adapt and build transferable skills. 

TTJ3C1 Transportation Technologies 

Students will further develop their understanding of the construction, operation, and service of vehicle systems. They will learn and apply intermediate maintenance and repair techniques through hands-on projects such as small engine service, brake and suspension inspection, tire/wheel service, and electrical system testing. Emphasis will be placed on the safe and effective use of tools and equipment, accurate measurement, and technical documentation. Students will also examine environmental and societal impacts of transportation and explore career pathways in the automotive and transportation industries, both at the secondary and postsecondary level.

TTJ201 Exploring Transportation Technology

This course introduces students to the service and maintenance of vehicles. Students will develop knowledge and skills related to the construction and operation of vehicle/craft systems and learn maintenance and repair techniques. Student projects include the construction of a self-propelled vehicle or craft, engine service, tire/wheel service, proper body care and other automotive repair and inspection procedures. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the transportation industry.

Construction

TCP3EC 2-Credit Plumbing 

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills related to residential  construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of construction materials, processes, tools, and equipment; learn about building design and planning construction projects; create and interpret working drawings and sections; and learn how the Ontario Building Code and other regulations and standards apply to construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore career opportunities in the field

TCJ1O1 Exploring Construction Technology

This exploratory course introduces students to concepts and skills in construction technology, which includes, but not limited to: plumbing, carpentry, and woodworking. Students will develop an awareness of related environmental and societal issues, and will begin to explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the field.

TCJ2O1 Construction Technology

This course introduces students to building materials and processes through opportunities to design and build various construction projects. Students will learn to create and read working drawings; become familiar with common construction materials, components, and processes; and perform a variety of fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations. They will use a variety of hand and power tools and apply knowledge of imperial and metric systems of measurement, as appropriate. Students will develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore secondary and postsecondary pathways leading to careers in the industry

TCE3EY1 3-Credit  Electrical 

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills related to residential construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of construction materials, processes, tools, and equipment; learn about building design and planning construction projects; create and interpret working drawings and sections; and learn how the Ontario Building Code, Electrical Safety code and other regulations and standards apply to construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore career opportunities in the field.

TWJ3E Custom Woodworking 

This course enables students to develop knowledge and skills related to cabinet making and furniture making. Students will gain practical experience using a variety of the materials, tools, equipment, and joinery techniques associated with custom woodworking. Students will learn to create and interpret technical drawings and will plan, design, and fabricate projects. They will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to the woodworking industry, and will explore apprenticeships, postsecondary training, and career opportunities in the field that may be pursued directly after graduation

TCJ3E Construction Technology

This course enables students to develop technical knowledge and skills related to carpentry, masonry, electrical systems, heating and cooling, and plumbing for residential construction. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment to design, lay out, and build projects. They will create and read technical drawings, learn construction terminology, interpret building codes and regulations, and apply mathematical skills as they develop construction projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore postsecondary and career opportunities in the field.

TCJ4E Construction Technology

This course enables students to further develop technical knowledge and skills related to residential construction and to explore light commercial construction. Students will continue to gain hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment; create and interpret construction drawings; and learn more about building design and project planning. They will expand their knowledge of terminology, codes and regulations, and health and safety standards related to residential and light commercial construction. Students will also expand their awareness of environmental and societal issues related to construction technology, and will explore entrepreneurship and career opportunities in the industry that may be pursued directly after graduation.

TCC3EX 2-Credit Carpentry

This course focuses on the development of knowledge and skills related to carpentry in construction and industrial woodworking. Students will gain hands-on experience using a variety of materials, processes, tools, and equipment to design, lay out, and build projects. They will create and read technical drawings, learn terminology, interpret building codes and regulations, and apply mathematical skills as they develop carpentry projects. Students will also develop an awareness of environmental and societal issues related to carpentry and will explore career opportunities in the field.