VCC is home to the Samsung Tech Institute, the only Samsung-certified appliance repair trainer in Western Canada. The Samsung Tech Institute provides a new and exclusive framework of knowledge that will directly impact the careers of graduates. This two-year diploma will train students through practical training on the latest appliances to operate, diagnose, and service Samsung products.

Graduate Outcomes

Graduates of this program may find employment in the consumer electronics industry in positions such as computer repair technician, television repair technician, appliance repair technician, or mobile device repair technician.

What you will learn

Upon completion of this program, graduates will be able to:

Apply the skills and knowledge necessary to perform as an entry level computer repair technician, television repair technician, appliance repair technician and mobile device repair technician.
Evaluate completed repairs for consistency, accuracy and quality according to industry specifications and standards.
Adhere to industry health and safety standards in the repair and reconditioning of consumer electronics and appliances.
Practice professional etiquette and personal hygiene while performing repairs.
Work effectively as a team member while performing repairs.

What to expect

Daily instructional time is divided equally between classroom activity and practical workshop experience, with the proportion of workshop time increasing during the first three terms.

Classroom activity consists of lectures, demonstrations, audio-visual presentations and exercises that provide a practical working knowledge of concepts discussed. Extensive workshop experience is provided to reinforce theoretical concepts, develop hand skills and achieve familiarity with a variety of electronic equipment and apparatus.

During the first week of instruction, students will be given an orientation to the program and the facilities of the College.