Focusing on the Caterpillar engine product line, this course examines engine function, component, operation, and systems. This includes the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of a running diesel engine.

Primarily a lab based course where the students' knowledge will be challenged and troubleshooting skills developed. Students will be required to successfully diagnose and repair engine faults in a real world setting.

Placement will occur at a licensed Finning location. In the event that a Finning placement is not available, the student will be required to arrange a practicum placement with the assistance of Northwestern Polytechnic.

This course is designed to teach the system operations and the testing and adjusting procedures for the pilot operated hydraulic system, the load sensing, pressure compensated (LSPC) hydraulic system, the electro-hydraulic system, and the hydrostatic system. Students will identify the system components, state the component function and trace the oil flow through the component. This section will be covered on different types of machines.

This course will cover power train components that are mechanical power transfer units. These include clutches, driveline, manual transmissions, transfer cases and drive axle assemblies. Also covered will be gear principles, transmission shifting and the servicing of the previous assemblies.

This course will cover the fundamentals of steering as well as service of steering systems. Also covered will be steering angles and alignment, and an orientation to vehicle inspection.

Primarily a lab based course where the students' knowledge will be challenged and trouble shooting skills developed. Students will be required to successfully diagnose and repair Off Road machine systems in a real world setting.

Placement will occur at a licensed Finning location. In the event that a Finning placement is not available, the student will be required to arrange a practicum placement with the assistance of the college.

Power train drives that have a hydraulic component to them will be covered in this course. Torque converters, gearing principles, power shift and automatic transmissions are covered in relation to operation, diagnostics and service procedures. Also included are hydraulic retarders, tracked equipment steering and undercarriage fundamentals and service. Final drive operation and service, differentials as applied to off-road will also be discussed. Wheeled equipment steering and suspension as well as off-road equipment accessories and attachments will be discussed in reference to off-road machines.

Primarily a lab based course where the students' knowledge will be challenged and troubleshooting skills developed. Students will be requried to successfully diagnose and repair On Highway machine systems in a real world setting.

Placement will occur at a licensed Finning location. In the event that a Finning placement is not available, the student will be required to arrange a practicum placement with the assistance of the college.

This course is designed as an introductory survey of global history and will provide a foundation for advanced study in history and related fields. It covers the major political, cultural, intellectual and economic developments of the world from the 15th century through the 18th century.

This course is designed as an introductory survey of global history and will provide a foundation for advanced study of history and related fields. The course covers the major political, cultural, intellectual and economic developments of the world since the beginning of the 19th century to the present.

The course covers the development of contemporary America from the period of Reconstruction after the Civil War to the present. Through lectures and class debates from prepared readings, you will examine and evaluate the American historical experience of western settlement, economic expansion and social crisis, racial conflict, imperial expansion, war, social protest and world power status.

Survey of development of economic, political and social aspects of the French and British periods to 1867 is included in the course. The course gives an understanding and appreciation of Canadian heritage, and provides foundation for advanced study in history and related studies.

This course analyses the problems, the institutions and the changing roles in Canada since Confederation, and provides a base and some tools for inquiry into Canadian affairs.

This course surveys the global history of the Second World War including causes, outcomes and the social memory of the war. Selected aspects of its military, political, social and economic effects of the war will be examined.

This course introduces students to the field of hospitality and tourism and the numerous interrelated sectors of this industry. The complex nature of the industry will be explored and its relation to the environment, economy, and employment.

This course will give students a basic understanding of the management processes involved in food and beverage restaurant operations. They will examine essential elements of the industry including sanitation, food safety, equipment and restaurant layout, marketing, menu planning, and service techniques. In addition, this course will include a general overview of liquor operations and bartending.

Students will learn culinary and kitchen practices while gaining a more thorough understanding of restaurant and hotel food operations. Culinary topics of study include food safety, stocks and soups, sauces, main dishes, appetizers, sides, and desserts. Students will study menu planning and costing; perform culinary research; and plan, cost, and prepare a 4-course dinner. Overall, the focus will be on excellent culinary standards and operations. Students must have completed Food Safe, Basic First Aid, and WHMIS certifications prior to working in the kitchen.