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Opportunities at dealerships continue to increase, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expecting job growth in Automotive Service Technology by 14 percent from 2006 through 2016. One such dealership is General Motors. The Automotive Service Technicians employed by General Motors perform many tasks, including: diagnosing problems using General Motors diagnostic equipment as well as performing repairs and preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, electrical systems, brakes and tires. To carry out their job properly these techs should not only have knowledge of GM cars, but should be able to work with their hands and have enough stamina to be under the car or bending over the hood for extended periods of time. They must also have computer proficiency to work with today’s car computer systems. Training starts with Centennial College’s Automotive Service Technician General Motors of Canada ASEP (MAP 32).

Training for this program is provided at Ontario’s largest automotive training facility. This facility is equipped similarly to a dealership, with General Motors engines, parts and latest technologies. Students work on systems such as electrical, body electrical, engine, transmission, steering, front-end, and all other aspects that would allow a GM vehicle to be serviced. They also study electronics and the diagnosing of computerized control systems. The training for MAP 32 students is actually more in-depth with longer in-school sessions than traditional apprenticeships. This gives them the advantage of having more intensive training, both in and out of school. That’s because every eight weeks, students alternate between the College and their employer for a total of 64 weeks. In the field, practical training is achieved through the apprenticeship aspect of the program. It is during this time that students are employed by a General Motors of Canada dealership and are actually compensated for their work. They train alongside industry professionals and shadow them as they perform their work. Another appealing aspect of the GM apprenticeship is that Centennial College students may be eligible for Employment Insurance during the in-class training portions. General Motors Technician is on high demand.  Read more...

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Both Auto Parts Warehouse and Parts Train are online stores that offer automotive parts for all types of cars. If you currently work on your car and want to save money, not to mention time, you should check out these online stores to see if they have the parts that you need for your car.

Generic v/s Specific Automotive Products at Auto Parts Warehouse and Parts Train

Many of the parts that are offered at Parts Train are generic parts for any automobile. You can shop for oil, fluids and other items that you would otherwise get at an automotive store. On the other hand, Auto Parts Warehouse is a discount online retailer that focuses more on specific auto parts for your car. Both of these online stores offer a discount when it comes to auto parts, especially when compared with off line stores.

Getting a Good Deal on Automotive Products at Auto Parts Warehouse and Parts Train

When you purchase auto parts for your car, you have a choice. You can purchase them right from the dealer, or from a retailer that sells auto parts. Often, the prices of the parts are marked up considerably. When you make your purchase from Auto Parts Warehouse, you can save yourself some money. The discount that you can expect to receive is about 40 percent off of the retail price that you would pay if you bought the parts in a parts store, depending on the model and make of the car. Newer car parts cost less than the older car parts.  Read more...