Motive Power Technician

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This programme prepares students for entry-level roles in the transportation service industry. Students learn to diagnose, repair, and rebuild automotive systems including engines, fuel, electrical, and chassis components. Training includes classroom instruction and hands-on lab work using modern equipment. Graduates may work as apprentice technicians, technical advisors, or service management trainees.

42-week program delivered over one calendar year; includes field projects as part of the curriculum; no co-op or practicum mentioned.

Graduates may work as apprentice technicians, technical advisors, parts or service management trainees, warranty claims processors, or product salespeople in the automotive field.

Ontario Secondary School Diploma or equivalent; English Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent); Mathematics Grade 12 (MAP4C or equivalent); IELTS overall 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each band; TOEFL iBT overall 80 with minimum 20 in each component; Duolingo English Test overall 110 with minimum 110 in Literacy and no score below 95.

On-campus, full-time, one calendar year (Sept. - Aug.).

Algonquin College in Ottawa, Canada, is a publicly funded English-language college founded in 1967 that serves about 21,000 students, including roughly 3,000 international learners. The college provides more than 300 programs across business, media and design, health and community studies, hospitality and tourism, technology and trades, and more. With multiple campuses in the Ottawa region, Algonquin combines applied learning with a broad program portfolio to meet diverse career goals.

Algonquin is known for experiential learning, offering co-ops, internships and industry partnerships that place classroom knowledge into real-world contexts. Industry-aligned curriculum, simulation labs and applied research projects give students practical experience valued by employers. The college also emphasizes innovation and sustainability, integrating green practices across facilities and programming to reflect current industry standards.

International students benefit from targeted supports, orientation services and career resources designed to ease transition and enhance employability in Canada and beyond. Ottawa’s bilingual, multicultural environment and proximity to government and tech employers provide additional opportunities for networking and work experience. Prospective students seeking hands-on training, clear career pathways and a supportive campus in Canada’s capital will find Algonquin offers practical programs and strong industry connections.