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Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate


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The Heavy Mechanical Trades Foundation Certificate provides skills in truck and transport mechanics, transport trailer technology, heavy-duty equipment and diesel engine mechanics. Graduates earn Level 1 technical training and work-based hours, qualifying for entry-level roles in industries such as logging, mining, road building and commercial repair. 

Apprenticeship opportunities include: 

Learn more about apprenticeship training. 

Admission Requirements


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Or successful completion of FSK 030  if the above requirements are not met.

  1. High School graduation is preferred provided the applicant meets or exceeds the stated prerequisites.

Completion Requirements


  • Students will be required to achieve a minimum C (Letter Grade Scale 2) in each course to pass the program. 
  • Student will be required to pass all industry certificate courses to achieve program completion requirements

Note: Curriculum and certifications may be subject to change as mandated by SkilledTradesBC. Refer to current bulletins on the SkilledTradesBC website

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