FINNtech - Heavy Equipment Technician Diploma
Program Description
FINNtech is a unique heavy equipment technician diploma program offered through a partnership between Keyano College and Finning, the world’s largest dealership of Caterpillar equipment. This 20-month program is designed to provide the technical training to meet the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Examination requirements for Heavy Equipment Technicians, and offers students first-hand theory and technical training focused on Caterpillar’s equipment.
During the program, students complete five rotations of 16-week terms consisting of both technical training and paid work: they go to school for two months, then work for two months (earning while they are learning), repeating the two-month rotation five times.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will have obtained a Heavy Equipment Technician Diploma from Keyano College, as well as 20 months and 1800 hours of work experience recognized towards their apprenticeship. Additionally, all students who complete the program with an average of 80% or better, and who are hired by Finning and remain with the company for at least two years, receive a toolbox valued at approximately $10,000.
The selection process for this program is competitive and is detailed in the Admission Requirements section. Note that applicants must have their high school diploma (GED or certificate of achievement are not accepted as equivalency), and should have a genuine interest in mechanical systems. In addition, applicants should be in good physical health, and willing and able to meet the demands of a physically demanding occupation.
Accreditation
The program has been designed to provide all the technical training required to meet the Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Examination requirements for Heavy Equipment Technician. Through the program, students will be given the opportunity to challenge these apprenticeship examinations.
Admission Requirements
High School diploma
(GED or certificate of achievement will not be accepted as an equivalency)
(GED or certificate of achievement will not be accepted as an equivalency)
Completion of the Candidate Profile Package
Physical Demands Testing
Successful completion of the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT)
Interview with the program coordinator and Finning representatives
Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident (Landed Immigrant)
Student selection process is competitive. Students must pass all selection criteria steps before being admitted. All candidates will be notified.
Differential Aptitude Test dates for 2012/2013 academic year are:
| June 5 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC228 |
|---|---|---|
| June 18 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | CC235 |
| July 10 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC235 |
| July 26 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | CC235 |
| Aug 7 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC235 |
| Aug 13 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | CC235 |
| Aug 16 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | CC235 |
| Aug 27 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC235 |
| Sept 4 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC225 |
| Sept 10 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | CC225 |
| Sept 11 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC225 |
| Sept 13 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm | CC225 |
| Sept 24 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | CC225 |
| Sept 25 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC215 |
| Oct 2 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC215 |
| Oct 2 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | S110 |
| Oct 4 | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm | CC225 |
| Oct 9 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | CC225 |
| Oct 11 | 9:00 am – 1:00 pm |
Examinations for DAT are held at Keyano College on a frequent basis. To register for the next exam date email ConEd.Registration@Keyano.ca or 780-792-2688
TO WRITE YOUR DAT OUT OF TOWN:
If you would like to write your DAT remotely, please follow the process below:
Step 1: The Out of Town DAT fee needs to be paid to the Office of the Registrar by calling 780-791-4801 with a credit card. The fee is $100.00 plus GST.
Step 2: Contact an institution that will invigilate a 7 section timed DAT Test, which will take approx. 3.5 – 4 hours. You are responsible for the fee and supplying a prepaid return courier envelope for the DAT Test material to be returned to Keyano College. We cannot release testing packages to individuals; please make arrangements with an exam centre at a college or university in your area.
Step 3: Have the institution contact us by sending their mailing and contact information to testing.services@keyano.ca
Step 4: We will then send the DAT package to the institution.
Step 5: Once we receive the finished exam we will mark it and send the results to the Program Coordinator and to you in the self-addressed envelope you filled out when you did the DAT Test.
Program Outcomes
This program provides an opportunity for entry into this career field by removing what is sometimes a barrier of securing an employer contract. Students complete 5 rotations of time equally split between technical training and paid work terms. In essence, students will go to school for 2 months, work for 2 months (earning while they are learning); and will do this for 5 sessions totaling 20 months.
Program Structure
Year 1 Sem. 1 Credits 18.5 Hours 560
1. HETD 110 Introduction to Service Industry
2. HETD 120 Truck and Trailer Suspension and Steering
3. HETD 130 Air Brakes
4. HETD 140 Fundamentals of Hydraulics
5. HETD 150 Customer Service & Communications, Safety Training
6. HETDF 190 Work Placement, 4.5 credits, 320 hours
Year 1 Sem. 2 Credits 19 Hours 560
1. HETD 210 Engine Fundamentals
2. HETD 220 Engine Fuel Systems
3. HETD 230 Electrical Fundamentals
4. HETD 290 Work Placement, 4.5 credits, 320 hours
Year 1 Sem. 3 Credits 18.5 Hours 560
1. HETD 310 Power Train I
2. HETD 320 Electrical Systems
3. HETD 330 Air Conditioning Systems
4. HETD 390 Work Placement, 4.5 credits, 320 hours
Year 2 Sem. 1 Credits 19 Hours 560
1. HETD 410 Machine Hydraulic Systems
2. HETD 420 Power Train II
4. HETD 490 Work Placement, 4.5 credits, 320 hours
Year 2 Sem. 2 Credits 18.5 Hours 560
1. HETD 510 Machine Electronics
2. HETD 520 Machine Diagnostics
3. HETD 530 Engine Diagnostics and Repair
4. HETD 540 Machine Specific
5. HETD 590 Work Placement, 4.5 credits, 320 hours
Tuition And Fees
Student Program Costs
- CSA approved footwear (Green Triangle - class 1 toe cap with puncture resistant sole)
- Other Related Fees $200
- Tuition Fee $3,100.00 per session - 5 sessions in total
(Total Tuition Fee: $15,500)
Items provided for you during your program include:
Coveralls
Personal protective safety equipment
Textbooks
Apprenticeship Exam Fees
Tools for technical training segment (both theory and work experience)
Paid at first year apprentice rate during the work placement component of the program