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When it comes to machinery, if you believe bigger is better, then this program is for you. Northern’s two-year Motive Power Technician - Heavy Equipment diploma will give you the knowledge and skills you need to take on the monster machines that power our economy. The Heavy Equipment Technician is p

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PROGRAM INFORMATION

Academic Year :

2025-2026

Credential :

Ontario College Diploma

Program Delivery :

Full-Time

Duration :

2 years

Length :

4 Semesters

Program Code(s) :

T121 - Timmins Campus (PC)

DESCRIPTION

When it comes to machinery, if you believe bigger is better, then this program is for you. Northern’s two-year Motive Power Technician - Heavy Equipment diploma will give you the knowledge and skills you need to take on the monster machines that power our economy. The Heavy Equipment Technician is part of the Interprovincial Red Seal Program - the national standard for the trade across Canada.

In an apprenticeship environment focused on teamwork, personal safety and problem solving, you’ll be trained to meet the challenges of increasingly complex work environments. While developing a standard of craftsmanship that sets you apart, you’ll learn to diagnose and repair the mechanical, electric, and electronic systems that our industries depend on.

After that, you’ll be qualified to work in the forestry, mining, and construction industries, or at a dealership, insurance company, or service and repair shop.

This program will also prepare you to apply your knowledge in analyzing and solving heavy duty equipment system problems. You will learn how to diagnose and repair mechanical, electronic and electrical heavy duty equipment components and systems using a variety of troubleshooting techniques and testing equipment to support heavy equipment operations.

A Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician inspects, diagnoses, troubleshoots, repairs, and verifies the repair of heavy-duty equipment. They work on different types of heavy-duty equipment such as draft shaft drive axle assemblies, final drive, structure components and accessories, tires, wheels, frames and undercarriages, and ground engaging equipment and attachments.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Graduates may work in dealerships, service and repair shops, or retails stores. They may also work within the forestry, mining, and construction industries or for insurance companies.

  • Heavy-duty equipment technician
  • Employed by companies that own and operate heavy equipment, heavy equipment dealers, rental and service establishments, railway transport companies, and urban transit systems.

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Motive Power Technician - Heavy Equipment

Program Outline 2025-2026

Motive Power Technician - Heavy Equipment

Program Outline 2025-2026

VOCATIONAL LEARNING OUTCOMES

  1. Analyze, diagnose, and solve various motive power system problems by using problem-solving and critical thinking skills and strategies and by applying fundamental knowledge of motor vehicle operation, components, and their interrelationships.
  2. Diagnose and repair climate control systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  3. Diagnose and repair engine systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  4. Diagnose and repair electrical, electronic, personal safety, and emission components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  5. Diagnose and repair drive train components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  6. Diagnose and repair suspension, steering, and brake components and systems in compliance with manufacturers’ recommendations.
  7. Disassemble and assemble components to required specifications by applying workshop skills and knowledge of basic shop practices.
  8. Select and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques and test equipment to assess electronic circuits, vehicle systems, and subsystems.
  9. Apply knowledge of hydraulics and pneumatics to the testing and analysis of motive power systems and subsystems.
  10. Communicate information effectively, credibly, and accurately by producing supporting documentation to appropriate standards.
  11. Use information technology and computer skills to support work in a motive power environment.
  12. Prepare, support, maintain, and communicate data from log, record, and documentation systems.
  13. Apply business practices, project management skills, and communication skills to improve customer service.
  14. Assist in quality-control and quality-assurance programs and procedures.
  15. Develop and use personal and professional strategies and plans to improve professional growth, job performance, and work relationships.
  16. Complete all assigned work in compliance with occupational, health, safety, and environmental law; established policies and procedures; codes and regulations; and in accordance with ethical principles

PROGRAM COURSES

The following reflects the planned course sequence for full-time offerings of the program. Programs at Northern College are delivered using a variety of instruction modes. Courses may be offered in the classroom or lab, entirely online, or in a hybrid mode which combines classroom sessions with virtual learning activities.

| Semester 1 | Semester 1 | Hours | |

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