DESCRIPTION
In this 20 week program a student would prepare for employment in the parts and service industries as a parts person, warehouse person or inventory clerk. This program is appropriate for students who enjoy computer usage, automobiles, commercial or industrial equipment.
Hands-on experience is the basis from which skills are developed in the program. Students will learn various techniques in inventory management that relate to the parts and warehousing fields. Through computer usage students will become knowledgeable in ordering, billing, identification, processes, as well as customer service skills.
Students who complete the Entry Level Trades Training (ELTT) are eligible for credit for first level of apprenticeship technical training, as well as 360 work-based hours toward completion of the Parts or Warehousing apprenticeship programs.
APPRENTICESHIP
Both the Parts and Warehouse apprenticeships require apprentices to complete three levels of technical training each 3 weeks in length and 5040 hours of work-based training. For additional information on apprenticeship training refer to the Apprenticeship Technical Training section in this calendar.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates are in demand for such jobs as counter person, shipper/receiver, inventory controller, outside salesperson, and for entry-level management positions. Graduates will be prepared to enter an apprenticeship.
ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
Students must meet either the regular student admission category or the mature student admission category in addition to the following:
- Adequate reading comprehension and math skills as assessed by Kwantlen
- Interview with instructor
Students with mental or physical impairments who may require program or practicum accommodations, should contact the Program Coordinator at 604.598.6136 to discuss required skills and competencies, and a Disability Advisor at 604.599.3233 to ensure appropriate accommodations can be arranged. Due to the nature of this program, students should have satisfactory physical health.
CONTENT
This program is offered Monday through Friday on a fixed intake basis. The program content encompasses:
- Stock handling procedures (shipping, receiving and inventory control)
- Office procedures and communications
- Standard stock and materials
- Parts Identification (Mechanical)
- Support systems (Mechanical)
- Support systems (Electrical)
- Frames and chassis
- Catalogue types and applications (Electronic, Paper and Fiche)
- Power trains
Note: Students must achieve 70% (B-) or better in practical exams and assignments.
Required Courses:
- PRTS 1100 Parts Trade: Introduction and Safety
- PRTS 1110 Warehousing Tasks and Parts Catalogues
- PRTS 1120 Counter Duties and Basic Vehicular Systems
- PRTS 1130 Mechanical Parts Introduction
- PRTS 1140 Standard Stock, Lubricant and Shop Supplies
- PRTS 1150 Catalogues and Engine Components
- PRTS 1160 Engine Support Systems
Special Equipment
Students will require appropriate steel-toed safety shoes or boots.
GRADUATION
Upon successful completion of this program students are awarded a Citation in Parts and Warehousing.