October 12, 2022
They also have a chance to network
"This is a modified apprenticeship program," says George Leedeman of the Truck
and Coach Technician – Freightliner program at Centennial College, which has a
freightliner training academy feel. "The employers go out of their way to ensure
that students actually do some work during their apprenticeship, and are not
just pushing the broom. They’ll actually be assisting or shadowing a technician
when he’s doing important work on the trucks so they can really learn something.
Also, the engines found on-campus [that students train with] are very popular
and commonly found in the trade. So it’s up-to-date, it’s useful information and
it’s leading edge.†Meanwhile, a student named Rafael adds, "It’s a learning
process on bigger vehicles such as trailer trucks and also busses. The coolest
thing that I’ve learned so far is taking an engine apart, and learning and
understanding the breakdowns.â€
These testimonials show how valuable the 36-week
freightliner training at Centennial College is with its in-class training and
four weeks of co-op work placement. To apply, students must have completed at
minimum an Ontario Secondary School Diploma or GED or equivalent. Applicants
must be employed by a freightliner dealership or a designated fleet employer or
selected through an interview process. Please be advised, that candidates may
apply directly to Centennial College. Successful applicants must obtain an
employer and then register as a MAP apprentice with the Apprenticeship Branch of
the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities. Acceptance is based on
successful completion of all entry requirements. Limited space is available in
each program.Once students are accepted, they will discover the freightliner
training academy feel comes from highly-qualified and experienced faculty
members who emphasize aspects of heavy vehicle technology that are embodied in
the program.
This includes the diagnosis and repair of the following course
subjects: electronics and electrical, and computer management systems; steering, power stacker
brakes, suspensions, frames and alignment; transmission(s) manual, automated,
automatic; heating, ventilation and air conditioning; hydraulics; engines; fuel
systems (gas and diesel); welding – MIG, ARC, gas, cutting, brazing; and tools,
equipment safety concerns. These subjects are covered in state-of-the-art
classrooms and labs housed within the province’s largest transportation centre,
Ashtonbee campus. It should be noted that the training provided in the Truck
Freightliner training program is actually more in-depth and longer than
traditional apprenticeships. In addition to this in-school portion is four weeks
of on-the-job training. As Mr. Leedeman mentioned, during this time, students
apply what they have learned and gain new knowledge from their employers.
They
also have a chance to network and learn to deal with a range of clients.
Students receive pay during the apprenticeship and may be eligible for
Employment Insurance during the in-class training. Once students have graduated
from the Centennial College program, they will be assisted in obtaining
employment with a Daimler truck dealer or major truck or bus fleet operator.
However, they may also find jobs with truck, bus or motor home dealerships;
manufacturers of trucks, buses, and motor homes; freight and transportation
companies; as well as municipal or provincial highway transportation
departments.
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