Heavy Equipment and Truck and Transport Technician
| Location Estevan Campus |
Dates Fall 2025 |
| Length of Program 8 months |
Tuition & Mandatory Fees Tuition and Mandatory Fees: $7,520 Materials: $1,530 *Books and materials are estimated based on 2024-2025 and are subject to change without notice. |
Program Overview
The 8 month Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician Certificate program gives you basic training in two high-demand mechanical trades at the same time. Heavy Duty equipment technicians work on large mobile equipment – bulldozers, cranes, graders, loaders, & earthmovers used in construction, mining, forestry, & more. Truck & Transport mechanics work on trucks, buses, & highway transport vehicles for dealers, garages & transportation companies.
Trade time and academic credit may be available for graduates who find employment in the trade and register as apprentices. Please contact the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) for further information.
Courses
| BRAK 113 Brake Systems Air Theory | BRAK 114 Brake Systems Air Shop |
| BRAK 115 Brake Systems Hydraulic Theory | BRAK 116 Brake Systems Hydraulic Shop |
| DRTR 106 Drivetrain Introduction Theory | DRTR 107 Drivetrain Introduction Shop |
| DRTR 108 Drivetrain Intermediate Theory | DRTR 109 Drivetrain Intermediate Shop |
| ELEC 102 Electrical Basics Theory | ELCT 103 Electrical Basics Shop |
| ELCT 104 Electrical Starting and Charging Systems Theory | ELCT 105 Electrical Starting and Charging Systems Shop |
| ENGN 130 Diesel Engines Theory | ENGN 131 Diesel Engines Shop |
| HVAC 101 Environmental Control Systems | HYDR 110 Hydraulic Basics Theory |
| HYDR 111 Hydraulic Basics Shop | HYDR 112 Hydraulic Advanced Theory |
| HYDR 113 Hydraulics Advanced Shop | JOBS 125 Essential Skills |
| MAIN 104 Structural Components Theory | MAIN 105 Structural Components Shop |
| MAIN 106 Tracks and Undercarriage Theory | MAIN 107 Tracks and Undercarriage Shop |
| MATH 169 Trade Mathematics | STER 102 Steering Systems Theory |
| STER 103 Steering Systems Shop | STER 104 Steering and Directional Control Systems Theory |
| STER 105 Steering and Directional Control Systems Shop | TOOL 154 Basic Tools Theory |
| TOOL 155 Basic Tools Shop | TRLR 100 Truck and Trailer Systems Theory |
| TRLR 101 Truck and Trailer Systems Shop | TRLR 102 HVAC and Auxiliary Power Systems Theory |
| TRLR 103 HVAC and Auxiliary Power Systems Shop | WORK 149 Work Experience |
Southeast College continues to offer many of its programs in a blended delivery format (a complimentary mix of both virtual and in class instruction). Students will need to have access to a computer and internet. Please contact us at 1-866-999-7372 for more information.
Your Career
Graduates will have the knowledge and skills needed to sell, operate, maintain and repair heavy equipment, trucks, buses and transport vehicles. Start your career in an equipment dealership, transportation company, public transit operation, service and rental company. There are also hands on jobs in construction, forestry, mining and oil and gas industries as well as opportunities to move into sales, marketing and management.
Annual earnings are estimated at $33,300 – $93,600
Admission Requirements:
- Grade 11 (with one of the following mathematics: Foundations of Math 20, Pre-Calculus 20 or Workplace and Apprenticeship Math 20) or Accuplacer Testing
- English language Requirement
*In order to ensure prompt acceptance into our program, applicants should make every effort to ensure that applicable transcripts have been received by our Registrar’s office within 5 business days of program application*
*Please note that our program capacity is limited and seats are subject to availability. Applying and paying the application fee does not guarantee your admission. If a program is full, we will do our best to defer applied applicants to next available intakes*
Personal Protective Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Students are required to purchase/have
- safety glasses,
- safety footwear (steel shank and toe, green triangle CSA stamp),
- fire-retardant long sleeve coveralls,
- safety leather gloves, and
- welding beanie (for welding modules).
Indigenous Equity Seats
Starting in the 2025-2026 academic year intake, designated seats will be available in many of the College’s full-time programs for students of Canadian Indigenous ancestry. This initiative aims to support Indigenous students in their educational pursuits and ensure they have the opportunity to succeed in their chosen fields. Applicants in designated groups need to meet program admission requirements. Apply early for your best opportunity to qualify for an equity seat, as they are limited in number. The College will release any unfilled seats starting on April 30th .
How to Contact a Southeast College Student Advisor
Students who require additional assistance or require more information are encouraged to make an appointment with their closest available Student Services Advisor. Appointments can be made online at: www.southeastcollege.org/students/student-advisor-online-booking/ or by calling toll free 1-866-999-7372
Note: Program and location are subject to change without notice.
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