Students showcased their automotive skills in various tasks, including brake disassembly, engine work, and car diagnostics in the York Region Skills Challenge transportation competition.
Fourteen YRDSB students from five different schools competed in challenges that included:
- Disassembling and reassembling brake systems
- Removing and replacing intake manifolds from engines
- Diagnose a problem with a car
- Participating in mock interviews for apprentice positions in service departments
Students had the opportunity to apply and build on practical and transferable skills they’ve learned in school and through co-op experiences. Held at Centennial College’s School of Transportation, the competition also gave students the opportunity to see the college facilities and learn more about post-secondary opportunities.
The transportation event is part of the York Region Skills Challenge events.
There are many opportunities in YRDSB secondary schools to build transferable skills, gain experience and explore interests in transportation and other areas of interest. Visit www.yrdsb.ca/expeience-yrdsb to learn more.