The Automotive Fundamentals program at Centennial College is a one-year certificate designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the automotive industry. The curriculum focuses on identifying basic motive power system problems, inspecting and testing components, and utilizing various test equipment to support vehicle transportation systems. Students are trained in safe working practices within fully equipped labs at Ashtonbee Campus. Upon completion, graduates receive Level 1 in-school apprenticeship training, enabling them to enter the workforce directly or transfer into the second year of Centennial's Automotive Motive Power diploma program for further skill development.

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Job Title	NOC Code	Salary Range (CAD)	Job Description
Automotive Service Technician	72410	$40,000 - $70,000	Inspect, diagnose, repair, and service mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems of cars and light trucks.
Automotive Brake Specialist	72410	$38,000 - $65,000	Specialize in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of vehicle brake systems to ensure safety and performance.
Automotive Electrical Technician	72410	$42,000 - $68,000	Focus on diagnosing and repairing electrical and electronic systems in vehicles, including wiring and computer-based equipment.
Transmission Technician	72410	$45,000 - $72,000	Specialize in the repair and maintenance of vehicle transmission systems, both manual and automatic.

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Automotive Service Technician

Automotive Brake Specialist

Automotive Electrical Technician

Transmission Technician

Automotive Foundations