The new Automotive Service Technology diploma is a unique opportunity to get the technical and career essential skills students need to succeed in the automotive industry. It can also serve as a pathway to apprenticeship.

This two-year diploma provides exposure to new trends and technologies. Once students complete the program, they will have the knowledge, skills and hands-on experience in dynamic shop environments to diagnose vehicle systems, and repair and maintain vehicles.

The diploma program offers a direct pathway into trades training at NAIT without having to first be a registered apprentice.

A career in the automotive industry calls for an understanding of both technical knowledge and career essential skills. Learning outcomes for this program include being able to:

• Identify safety hazards and comply with legislation • Diagnose vehicle systems • Repair and maintain vehicles • Select and use tools and equipment for diagnosis and repair of vehicles • Describe and discuss automotive systems and component operation • Demonstrate written and verbal communication skills