Keep our roads safe and our critical supply chain moving
You’ll love your job, learn something new every day, and develop skills that will last a lifetime as a truck and coach technician. Our experienced professors are passionate about their trade. Our program follows the Ontario College of Trades apprenticeship training standard and features an optional, paid co-op where you’ll apply your skills in an actual work environment.
First, you’ll learn the fundamentals of electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and brake systems for heavy equipment, as well as diesel engines and power trains. Then you’ll focus on the particular challenges of being a truck and coach technician. You’ll tackle new technology and earn the skills that our industry partners are looking for. Hands-on training in the lab prepares you to service trucks, buses, trailers, and related equipment while taking personal pride in your work.
Program highlights
- Capped enrolment
- Diploma equates to three levels of required theory towards your apprenticeship Certificate of Qualification
- Optional paid co-op to gain industry training
- Opportunity for select students to participate in the Skills Ontario Competition
- Complete a second diploma in Heavy Equipment Technician in just one year
Program of study for 2025-26 Academic Year
Students are required to successfully complete an online Lab Safety course (in Moodle) when starting their program at Cambrian. This course must be completed prior to entering the labs (as identified in the table below) in the Schools of Skills Training, Engineering Technology and Environmental Studies.
| Semester 1 | Credits | |
|---|---|---|
| ELC 1120 | Electrical & Electronics I 1 | 4 |
| HDM 1161 | Trade Practices & Applications I 1 | 5 |
| HDM 1170 | Diesel Engines 1 | 4 |
| MTH 1010 | Trade Math I | 3 |
| HDM 1221 | Hydraulics | 4 |
| Credits | 20 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| HDM 1230 | Fuel Systems 1 | 4 |
| HDM 1162 | Trade Practices II | 4 |
| SSB 1100 | Suspen/Steer/Brake Sys I Pneumatics 1 | 4 |
| PWT 1210 | Power Train Systems 1 | 4 |
| ENG 1002 | College Communications | 3 |
| One General Education course. 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 22 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| ENG 1780 | Applied Communication II | 2 |
| TCT 1000 | Fuel Systems II 1 | 7 |
| TCT 1001 | Steering Suspension and Brakes 1 | 7 |
| TCT 1002 | Drive Train Systems 1 | 6 |
| One General Education course. 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 25 | |
| Semester 4 | ||
| TCT 1003 | Trade Practices 1 | 6 |
| TCT 1004 | Electrical/Electronics 1 | 7 |
| TCT 1005 | Engine Systems 1 | 7 |
| One General Education course. 2 | 3 | |
| Credits | 23 | |
| Total Credits | 90 | |
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Course with Lab Component
- 2
For more information regarding General Education courses, click here.
Admission requirements
For graduates of the new curriculum (OSS): Ontario Secondary School Diploma (30 credits) or equivalent or mature student status, including:
- Any grade 12 English (C) or (U)
- Any grade 11 mathematics (C), (U), or (M)
Program delivery
2025-2026
Fall term start
SEMESTER 1: Fall 2025
SEMESTER 2: Winter 2026
SEMESTER 3: Fall 2026
SEMESTER 4: Winter 2027
Winter term start
SEMESTER 1: Winter 2026
SEMESTER 2: Spring 2026
SEMESTER 3: Fall 2026
SEMESTER 4: Winter 2027
Specific program pathways
College or university degree opportunities
If you are a graduate of this program, you may continue your studies at a college or university and you may receive credit(s) for your prior college education. Refer to Cambrian's college and university agreement details for further information.
Employment opportunities
Graduates may find employment as apprentices in the industry or may find employment in related truck and coach component overhaul and maintenance shops.
Please note: Cambrian College strives to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. Please note that the academic curriculum is continually reviewed and revised to ensure that Cambrian's programs and courses remain relevant. The College reserves the right to cancel or make changes to any course or program, fee, procedure, or campus location at any time.
