This program is designed to meet both Provincial and National Standards (CTAB -Canadian Technician/Technologists Accreditation Board ) with six academic and three work terms. There is a core emphasis on automotive mechanical systems supported by learning about quality optimization, up-to-date automotive parts production, manufacturing and assembly methods. Technical management and supervisory procedures will further compliment the student's educational experience. The standards of the automotive industry are emphasized, recognizing the global nature of the industry and the internationalization of standards and practices in the North American manufacturers as well as the benchmark practices of international competitors.

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to: apply the principles of mathematics, physics and the engineering sciences to solving technical problems and make decisions utilize computer aided drafting media to plan and organize graphical layouts develop designs for mechanical equipment and automotive manufacturing systems incorporate design considerations for automation, robotics and flexible automotive manufacturing apply automotive manufacturing and assembly methods apply principles of process control and quality management in the automotive sector apply efficient production and control methods used in automotive manufacturing employ project development and management principles apply management principles in Automotive Manufacturing demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills work effectively as an individual and team member in any setting with an awareness of leadership responsibilities demonstrate computer and electronic systems literacy in a range of applications demonstrate critical thinking and innovative problem solving abilities apply generic and workplace skills for personal and professional growth apply the benefits of general education to participate in society as an informed citizen and pursue an enriched personal and professional life apply all skills and knowledge acquired in co-op work experience.