ESSENTIAL SKILLS PRINCIPLES OF
MATHEMATICS (PM)
GUIDELINES
Automotive Service Technician
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NOC 7321PM6 Use Decimals
Upon completion of this objective, learners will be able to:
6.1 read decimals
6.2 write decimals
6.3 estimate decimals
6.4 round decimals
6.5 add decimals
6.6 subtract decimals
6.7 multiply decimals
6.8 divide decimals
6.9 use knowledge of decimals to solve problems
Non-contextualized Resources:
 NWT Apprenticeship Support Materials, Module 1 (Foundations)
 Fundamentals of Mechanical and Electrical Mathematics
 Fundamental Mathematics, 4th Edition
 Introductory Technical Mathematics, 5th Edition
 Pre-Apprentice Training-A Test Preparation Manual for the Skilled Trades
Contextualized Resources:
 EARAT (Mathematics for Motive Power Apprentices: Skill #4)
 Math for the Automotive Trade, 4th
 Math for the Automotive Trade, 4th Edition (CD)
 Practical Problems in Mathematics for Automotive Technicians, 6th Edition
 Automotive Math Handbook
Technical Resources:
 Auto Fundamentals
 Automotive Technology: Principles, Diagnosis, and Service, Canadian Edition
 Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach, 4th Edition (with CD Rom)
 Individual Learning Module 090101b-Automotive Service Technician-Measuring
Tools-First Period
 Individual Learning Module 090201c-Automotive Service Technician-Blocks and
Related Components (Service)-Second Period
 Individual Learning Module 090201g-Automotive Service Technician-Pistons,
Piston Rings and Connecting Rods (Service)-Second Period