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Automotive Service Technician

Offered at the Nanaimo and tiwšɛmawtxʷ Campuses

View the Automotive Service Technician program outline

Subject areas covered in the assessment

Area of Study

Minimum Score

Details

Time

Reading Comprehension

21/30

30 questions (true/false, short answer)

45 min.

Combined Reasoning

18/30

30 multiple choice questions that assess the ability to recognize abstract, spatial and mechanical concepts.

30 min.

Math (calculator is allowed, basic formula table is provided)

21/30

30 questions on:

  • converting from and to metric units and imperial units
  • reading a ruler
  • using Pythagorean Theory
  • Ratio and Proportion
  • decimals
  • fractions
  • percent
  • exponents and square roots- basic
  • word problems
  • geometry: area, perimeter/circumference

60 min.

Approximate Time: 2 1/2 Hours - A dictionary is not permitted. A calculator is permitted.

Resources to help you prepare for your assessment

Trades Math Study Guides

Thank you for your interest in a VIU Trades Program. Students are required to complete a self-assessment for VIU Trades programs at this time. Please contact the Registration Centre at Registration@viu.ca or 250.753.3245 to discuss your candidacy for your program of interest.