Trains individuals who are on the path to becoming public school shop teachers. The program is the first of three components needed to receive a Bachelor of Education degree and qualify for a B.C. Professional Teaching Certificate.
Covers the general applications of trades technology, including health and safety, tools, and shop equipment. In addition, six key trades and technology areas of study are covered: carpentry and joinery; electronics; metal fabrication and machining; industrial design; drafting and design; and automotive technology. These areas correspond with the B.C. Ministry of Education's Technology Education Integrated Resource Packages (IRPs) prescribed learning outcomes.