Trades Entrance Exam Preparation

  • 12 weeks
  • Classroom Based

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Overview

The Trades Entrance Exam Preparation program prepares individuals to take the Trades Entrance Exam in the Northwest Territories, Alberta, and Nunavut. The course covers math, science, English, and mechanical reasoning with an emphasis on practical skills and test preparation.

The 12-week program covers the content of Entrance Exams 1 to 4, students taking Entrance Exam 5 will require one additional week of training.

  • Entrance 1
    • Barber
    • Construction Craft Labourer
    • Hairstylist
  • Entrance 2
    • Baker
    • Boilermaker
    • Bricklayer
    • Cabinetmaker
    • Carpenter
    • Concrete Finisher
    • Cook
    • Crane and Hoisting Equipment Operator
    • Floorcovering Installer
    • Glazier
    • Insulator
    • Ironworker
    • Lather – Interior Systems Mechanic
    • Locksmith
    • Metal Fabricator (Fitter)
    • Painter and Decorator
    • Parts Technician
    • Roofer
    • Sheet Metal Worker
    • Welder
  • Entrance 3
    • Agricultural Equipment Technician
    • Auto Body Technician
    • Automotive Service Technician
    • Heavy Equipment technician
    • Landscape Horticulturist
    • Motorcycle Mechanic
    • Outdoor Power Equipment Technician
    • Recreation Vehicle Service Technician
    • Transport Refrigeration Technician
    • Water Well Driller
  • Entrance 4
    • Elevator Constructor
    • Gas Utility Operator
    • Gasfitter
    • Machinist
    • Millwright
    • Plumber
    • Sprinkler Systems Installer
    • Steamfitter – Pipefitter
  • Entrance 5
    • Appliance Service Technician
    • Communication Technician
    • Electrical Motor Systems Technician
    • Electrician
    • Instrument Technician
    • Powerline Technician
    • Power System Electrician
    • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Mechanic

Course Content

Orientation and Diagnostic Assessment 

  • Study Skills and Exam Strategies

Mathematics for Trades

  • Basic Arithmetic and Number Operations
  • Geometry and Measurement
  • Algebra Basics
  • Applied Math Problems in Trades

English Language Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Grammar and Writing Skills
  • Workplace Communication

Science Fundamentals for Trades

  • Basic Physics
  • Basic Chemistry

Mechanical Reasoning and Spatial Awareness

  • Mechanical Principles

Review and Mock Exams

  • Mathematics Review
  • English and Science Review
  • Mechanical Reasoning Review
  • Simulated Pre-Trades Entrance Exam
  • Exam Strategy Workshop

 

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