Exploring the Trades

Start Date: Semester 2 Waterloo Campus
Secondary Course Code: TCN4T
Credits: 1.0
Passing Grade: 60%
This course will introduce the student to the basic theory of electricity and to the electrical test instruments used throughout the HRAC industry. Using Ohm’s and Watts law the students will interpret electrical calculations and be exposed to troubleshooting electrical test boards and project. Where group work is involved, evaluations of group members will be included. Project work will enable students to practice the interpretation of electrical wiring, pictorial and schematic diagrams, and to apply safe practices, in typical HRAC industry work environments. Project work will replicate typical job work orders.

Start Date: Semester 2
Secondary Course Code: TSM4T
Credits: 1.0
Passing Grade: 50%
Basic Kitchen Production I (CUL1400)Location: Wellington County Museum (between Elora & Fergus) Students will demonstrate the principles of safety, sanitation and hygiene in food preparation areas as well as in the operation of small professional kitchen equipment. Students will apply this knowledge in practical lab experience preparing recipes as a team in preparation for live production. Students will be able to measure products accurately, meet set timelines, and use correct culinary terminology. Evaluation will be based on Skill (Practical knowledge) 70% and a Final Practical Exam 30% |
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Basic Kitchen Production II (CUL1410)
Location: Wellington County Museum (between Elora & Fergus) Start Date: Semester 2
Secondary Course Code: TVD4T Credits: 1.0 Passing Grade: 55% Students will learn to prepare, plate and present foods in a professional working kitchen, serving real customers. Students will rotate through the various areas of the kitchen and will have to perform as an effective team member in each area, while applying the principles of safety, sanitation and hygiene. Students will demonstrate a professional attitude and appearance during preparation and live service. Evaluation will be based on Skill (Practical production plus job knowledge) 70% and a Final Practical Exam 30%.
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Introduction to Heavy Equipment (MOTV1135)
Location: Guelph Campus Date: Semester 2 Secondary Course Code: TTO4T Credits: 1.0 Passing Grade: 55% Students will demonstrate the ability to identify, inspect, and test basic heavy duty equipment components and systems; to identify basic heavy duty equipment power system problems; and to use a variety of test equipment. Students will develop safe working practices in the use of machinery, tools, and equipment.
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Location: Guelph Campus
Date: Sem 2
Secondary Course Code: TLA4T
Credits: 1.0
Passing Grade: 55%