Heavy Mechanical Trades Certificate
The Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate prepares students for work and apprenticeships in the Heavy Duty, Truck and Transport, Diesel Engine, and Transport Trailer trades. Upon successful completion of this 36 week- full-time program, graduates will possess the basic knowledge and skills required to safely service, maintain, diagnose, repair, and operate the equipment or vehicles related to these trades at an apprentice Level One.
Courses
- HMEC 1101 — Safe Work Practices
- HMEC 1106 — Tools and Equipment 1
- HMEC 1107 — Tools and Equipment 2
- HMEC 1111 — Fasteners and Fittings
- HMEC 1116 — Equipment Operation
- HMEC 1126 — Lubricants and Bearings
- HMEC 1131 — Employment Skills
- HMEC 1160 — Cutting and Welding 1
- HMEC 1161 — Cutting and Welding 2
- HMEC 1165 — Math, Science and Loads
- HMEC 1170 — Final Drives and Undercarriage
- HMEC 1175 — Frames, Wheels, Tires and Hubs
- HMEC 1235 — Steering Systems
- HMEC 1240 — Suspension Systems 1
- HMEC 1241 — Suspension Systems 2
- HMEC 1245 — Hydraulic Systems
- HMEC 1250 — Hydraulic System Service
- HMEC 1255 — Electricity
- HMEC 1260 — Batteries & Elect Test Instrum
- HMEC 1265 — Starters and Charging Systems
- HMEC 1270 — Elec Circuits, Cab & Protectiv
- HMEC 1275 — Hydraulic Brakes Systems
- HMEC 1280 — Power Brakes
- HMEC 1285 — Air Brakes 1
- HMEC 1315 — Air Brakes 2
- HMEC 1320 — Heating & Air Conditioning Sys
- HMEC 1325 — Landing Gear, Trailers & Coupl
- HMEC 1330 — Trailer Components
- HMEC 1335 — Diesel Fuel & Engine Supp Syst
- HMEC 1340 — Diesel Engine Removal
- HMEC 1345 — Diesel Engine Installation
- HMEC 1350 — Gas Fuel Systems and Ignition
- HMEC 1355 — Transmissions
- HMEC 1360 — Drivelines
- HMEC 1365 — Drive Axles and Differentials
- HMEC 1370 — Employment Preparation