Course description

In this course students will be given a theoretical overview of truck systems, the safe operation of tools and equipment including meters, and trade related hand and power tools. A major component of this course is part and component identification and location. In addition, the student will learn safe procedures for working in a truck shop environment. Basic truck procedures will also be covered including: fluids inspection and service, general maintenance, brake systems, cab controls, engine systems, and drive trains.

Course details

Hours: 63
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None

Credit transfer

Have you taken this course or an equivalent course? Contact the Credit Transfer Office.

Registration dates

Not all courses are offered each term.

Spring 2026 registration opens March 2, 2026.
Fall 2026 registration opens June 29, 2026.

Delivery options

In person: classes held in person on a campus/site in a classroom/lab/shop/studio for the course duration

Online - Asynchronous: ​100% online delivery, no scheduled day or time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Online - Synchronous: 100% online delivery, scheduled day and time course requirements with the instructor, assigned due dates

Hybrid: any combination of in person, timetabled, on campus, online, and hyflex delivery