Pre-Employment Heavy Equipment Technician – Olds College of Agriculture & Technology

Program Info

School: Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
Faculty: School of Trades & Skills
Degree: Certificate; Apprenticeship
Field of Study: Agricultural Mechanics and Equipment/Machine Technology
Description: Introducing maintenance of a wide variety of equipment including trucks and trailers, off-road, and earthmoving equipment, this program will set you up for entry level positions in the heavy equipment industry. You will learn basic diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of heavy equipment, workplace safety, and gain an understanding of suspensions, wheels, hydraulics, and electrical systems.

With our experienced industry trained instructors, you will receive an education placing you at the forefront of the technical curve with discipline specific labs and extensive tool room. This program is the equivalent to the technical training of first year apprenticeship.
URL: Pre-Employment Heavy Equipment Technician at Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
Length: 12 Week(s)
Cost per year:*
International: $19,117

Total cost per year including tuition, fees, books, and supplies: $20,147.70
Please note that there is a Apprenticeship and Industry Training fee to write the exam in addition to tuition, books and supplies.
Scholarships: 8

Facts

LOCATION: Olds, Alberta
SCHOOL TYPE: College
LANGUAGE: English
FULL-TIME UNDERGRADUATE Students: 1,363 
ENTRANCE DATES: January, May, September
CANADIAN STUDENT TUITION STARTS AT: $1,015
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT TUITION STARTS AT: $3,147
TELEPHONE: (403) 556-8281
FAX: (403) 556-4711
EMAIL: info@oldscollege.ca
ADDRESS: 4500 – 50th Street, Olds, Alberta, Canada

About

Founded in 1913, Olds College has been providing quality education for over a century. With a focus on agriculture, horticulture, land and environmental stewardship, we are proud to be Canada’s Smart Agriculture College. Our regular, continued, online and blended programming offers accessible educational opportunities within Alberta and beyond. We work closely with industry to ensure our graduates have the skills to succeed.

Our areas of expertise include Agriculture, Agriculture Technology, Animal Science, Brewing, Business, Equine, Horticulture, Land & Environment, Meat Processing, Tourism, Trades & Apprenticeships and Transitional Employment. Our emphasis on hands-on training, applied research and innovative learning has resulted in graduates who are in-demand.

On-campus housing is available in our newly constructed Centennial Village private rooms or College Courts townhouses. Living on campus provides many advantages both socially and academically. Off-campus housing is also available through the Students’ Association (SAOC).

Our Career Services Office provides extensive services to students including career fairs, resume-writing and interview skills workshops and an online job board. The Broncos Athletics program competes in 8 different sports in the Alberta Collegiate Athletics Conference (ACAC). A variety of clubs are also supported by the SAOC.

Olds College is situated on traditional Treaty Seven Territory. We have developed two new spaces to enhance our indigenous students’ experience at Olds College: The Olds College Indigenous Centre gathering place and a traditional Blackfoot tipi. Olds College Health & Wellness provides free and confidential services to support students.

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:* These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Completion of Grade 11. Please refer to the Alberta Apprenticeship & Industry Training Board Trade Entrance Requirements.
Meet the English Language Proficiency Requirement
Test Scores:
  • Canadian Academic English Language Assessment [min. 60] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) [min. 80] or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) [min. 6] or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) [min. 550]
Application Notes : Minimum of 18 years of age upon completion of the program.
Additional Admission Requirements: Academic Upgrading and High School Applicants: Applicants currently in high school or who are completing academic upgrading must submit proof of enrollment and any available interim/midterm marks. Final marks must be submitted within one month following the completion of the course(s) and no later than one month prior to the program start date.

Alternate Admission Option: Alternate Admission status may be offered to applicants who have not or will not complete one of the academic admission requirements. Please see the website for details.

Fees & Scholarships

Tuition Fees

  • International Students: The tuition fees for international students at Olds College range from $8,776 to $45,068.
  • Canadian Students: Canadian students should refer to the Fee Schedule on the Olds College website for the most accurate estimates of tuition, fees, and books & supplies costs.

Notes

  • The actual tuition fees may vary depending on the program and the number of credits taken.
  • The Fee Schedule on the Olds College website is updated annually.
  • Students should contact the Olds College Admissions Office for more information about tuition fees.

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