Niagara Catholic District School Board

Program Details

The Transportation sector equips students with the knowledge and skills to pursue careers in automotive technology, aviation, logistics, and other transportation-related fields through specialized courses and hands-on experiences.

A Bundle of Credits: Students must complete a bundle of nine senior credits, which includes:

·    Four major credits in Transportation, which can include courses in automotive technology or light aircraft maintenance.  

•      One English credit.
•     One mathematics credit.
•         One additional credit in Business and Science

*Sample Grade 11 and 12 Course Selections for an Apprenticeship Bound Student Studying Transportation

*Contact Student Services at your school for course availability and planning support

At least TWO Co-operative Education Credits related to the Transportation Sector. Apprenticeship, College, or Workplace bound students can take SIX credits in co-op while fulfilling graduation requirements.

Certifications and Training: Students must complete sector-recognized certifications and training, such as:

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Level C
• Standard First Aid
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)

Experiential Learning: Opportunities for hands-on learning through co-operative education placements, job shadowing, and field trips.

• Reach Ahead Experiences: Activities that connect students with their postsecondary goals, such as visits to colleges, universities, or workplaces.
• Sector-Partnered Experiences: Activities that involve working with industry partners to gain real-world experience.

Example of Experiential Learning

 A Transportation SHSM field trip might visit a major transportation hub, such as an airport or a logistics center. They would tour the facility, meet with professionals in various roles, and learn about the complexities  of  transportation management and logistics. This experience would provide a comprehensive understanding of the transportation industry, highlighting career opportunities and the importance of efficient   transportation  systems.

Career Opportunities: 

Workplace Pathway:

Graduates can pursue a career as an Automotive Service Technician, diagnosing and repairing vehicles, or a Truck Driver, transporting goods across various distances.

College Pathway:

 Careers include Aviation Technician, maintaining and repairing aircraft, or a Logistics Coordinator, managing the supply chain and transportation of goods.

University Pathway:

 Post-Secondary Studies can provide an avenue to a career as an Transportation Engineer, designing and improving transportation systems, or an Urban Planner, developing efficient transportation networks  in cities.

 Apprenticeship Pathway:

Examples of careers include training to become a Heavy Equipment Technician, maintaining and repairing heavy machinery, or an Aircraft Maintenance Engineer Apprentice, ensuring the safety and   functionality of aircraft.

Sample of Elective Certifications within Transportation SHSM