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In our 30-bay VIU Auto Shop, you will find everything you need to help you learn the trade, hands-on. We have 8 hoists and all the equipment you would find in a modern automotive service centre. |
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We have state of the art equipment such as this wheel servicing equipment. |
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We have state of the art equipment such as this brake lathe. |
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We have state of the art equipment such as this wheel aligning equipment. |
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We have a variety of scan tools, lab scopes, meters and specialty equipment for diagnosing electronic, computer controlled systems. |
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You will be issued a toolbox like this, with all the basic hand tools you will need for the program. |
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PowerPoint presentations, video clips, instructor demonstrations, all make classroom learning easy at VIU Automotive. |
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We own a Toyota Prius so you will recieve the latest in hybrid technology training. |
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Computer stations like this make it easy for you to access on-line service manual information for vehicle diagnostics and servicing. |
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Many of the assignments you will accomplish in the shop will be on customer vehicles. We also have a variety of late-model shop vehicles such as Dodge Ram, Dodge Charger and Jeep Compass, for you to gain practical experience on. |
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Our fully operational customer service area gives students the opportunity to practice valuable real-time Service Advisor and Parts Person tasks, including learning applicable organizational, communication and writing skills. |
Jarrod Brown, Automotive Service Technician Foundation Program
“Vancouver Island University is a great place to go to school, from the views, to the people. The [university] really has it all. During my time in the Foundation Automotive Technician course, I have made new friends, while acquiring knowledge. The Foundation course is great for anyone with basic mechanical knowledge to the person who doesn't know what a screwdriver is. The 10 month course teaches, mechanics as well as job skills, Safety skills, and Communication skills. I recommend this course to anyone with an interest for the automotive industry.”