This course examines 12 and 24 volt charging and 12, 24 and non-electrical starting systems. There is an emphasis on testing and troubleshooting.

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.

Basic principles of hydraulics, hydraulic oil, contamination control principles, basic systems and components are examined in this course. As well, the students are introduced to ISO schematics and symbology.

This course will introduce students to basic electrical and electronic fundamentals. Topics included are: electrical circuits; electrical components, schematics and symbols; the use of test equipment and battery service and testing.

This course provides the foundation for the Heavy Equipment Service program. The student will be introduced to the major systems found on heavy equipment, the components that comprise these systems, their functions and service techniques.

This course will introduce the student to Caterpillar’s history as well as familiarizing the student with the CAT product line. Included with this will be information on safety, materials and tools as well as shop facilities and equipment. Another segment will familiarize the student with the Caterpillar Service Information System as well as computer operation. This course will also include safety orientation and corporate overview as well as other topics Finning deems necessary.

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 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.

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.

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.