Overview

This Motive Power Technician (Diesel) (Co-op) Graduate Diploma delivered at Fanshawe College Canada will give you the necessary knowledge and the opportunity to apply your new skills through a co-op term.

Through the diesel mechanic courses, you will learn about internal combustion compression ignition engines, power trains, and modern heavy duty systems. Students will also be able to communicate effectively, diagnose and solve problems logically and undertake responsible work tasks with minimum supervision.

Graduates of this program will have the skills to find work within multiple industries. With your diesel mechanic training, you will also have the option to work for motive power equipment dealerships. This program will prepare you to enter the workplace in the Truck and Coach apprenticeship.

Career opportunities:

Mechanical Claims Processor

Evaluate mechanical breakdown claims for many different types of vehicles.

Service Advisor

Advise customers on available parts and service options when their vehicle needs repairs.

Diesel Technician Apprenticeship

Perform diesel machinery diagnostics, repairs, maintenance and pre-delivery work.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by Co-operative Education and Work Integrated Learning Canada.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engine Fundamentals Theory

Electrical Fundamentals Theory

Power Train Fundamentals Theory

Fuel & Emission Fundamentals Theory

Vehicle Control Fundamentals Theory

Marketing Principles
Technical Practices Theory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 14 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

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If you are an international student, contact our International department to learn about timelines for international applicants.

Language

English

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

53

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Duolingo English Test

105

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, Canada

Disciplines

Mechanical Engineering Automotive Engineering General Engineering & Technology View 144 other Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

53

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Duolingo English Test

105

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Other requirements

General requirements

ntario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD), or equivalent, or a mature applicant.

Students who do not have a high school diploma may wish to consider taking the Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) grade 12 Equivalency Certificate. Alternatively, applicants may choose to do the one-year Pre-Technology preparatory program that provides all the admission requirements for this program.

Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to demonstrate proficiency in English

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Tuition Fee

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International

28124 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32812 CAD for the full programme during 14 months.
National

6727 CAD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7849 CAD for the full programme during 14 months.

Living costs for London

1037 - 1625 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

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Living costs for London

Funding

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