College Diploma - Automotive Technology

Program Description Automotive Technicians know how to keep fuel efficient, clean running, high performing vehicles on the road. Through a blend of classroom and practical work, students will learn how to diagnose, service, and repair complex components using mechanical skills and electronic diagnostic equipment. This apprenticeable trade will prepare students well for contemporary computerized shops. With options for further study or work experience, students' road ahead is wide open.

As a graduate of this program, students may be employed in private or dealer automotive repair shops, trade-related fields such as distributors of automobile parts, specialty repair shops or warranty specialists for manufacturers. Automotive Technicians are employed by service facilities, car and truck dealerships and by large organizations that own fleet vehicles. Experienced Automotive Technicians may advance to service manager or shop foreman. Some Automotive Technicians open their own repair facilities.

Students can exit at the end of year one and obtain Automotive Service Technician certification.