# Heavy Equipment Techniques
**Certificate** · 2 Semesters

A one-year certificate program preparing students to maintain and repair heavy-duty machinery. Covers hydraulic, electrical, electronic, fuel, braking, steering, and suspension systems through hands-on training emphasizing teamwork, personal safety, and problem solving. Graduates can diagnose and service heavy duty equipment power systems. The certificate exempts level 1 of the 421A Heavy Duty Equipment Technician apprenticeship.

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|---|---|
| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | 2 Semesters |
| Campuses | Timmins |
| Delivery | In-person |
| OCAS code | T093 |

[Apply →](https://ontariocolleges.ca/en/cba?collegeCode=NORT)

## Courses

- [EL1143 — Electrical & Electronics I](/courses/el/el1143)
- [EN1592 — Communication Fundamentals](/courses/en/en1592)
- [GN1033 — Health and Safety](/courses/gn/gn1033)
- [GN1443 — Indigenous Culture & Awareness](/courses/gn/gn1443)
- [IN1092 — Computer Methods Trades Software](/courses/in/in1092)
- [MA1002 — Mathematics & Precision Measurement I](/courses/ma/ma1002)
- [MP1004 — Trade Practices and Applications Motive Power](/courses/mp/mp1004)
- [MP1015 — Drive Train Systems I](/courses/mp/mp1015)
- [WE1092 — Welding I](/courses/we/we1092)
- [EN1582 — Applied Communications I](/courses/en/en1582)
- [HD2003 — Fluid Power I](/courses/hd/hd2003)
- [HD2004 — Fuels I](/courses/hd/hd2004)
- MA2022
- [MP1005 — Engines I](/courses/mp/mp1005)
- [MP2003 — Motive Power Electrical II](/courses/mp/mp2003)
- MP2025

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<small>Source: [https://www.northerncollege.ca/program/heavy-equipment-techniques/](https://www.northerncollege.ca/program/heavy-equipment-techniques/)</small>