Level of Education
Technical Program
Time Investment
960 Hours
Credits
48
Tuition
$11,688
Next Starting
November 2026
Program Overview
The Automotive Mechanics program prepares students to inspect, maintain, diagnose, and repair cars and light trucks using both traditional mechanical methods and modern automotive technology. Students gain hands-on experience working with computerized diagnostic equipment, electronic systems, and industry-standard tools while performing real-world repairs in lab and shop environments.
Program Objective
The objective of the Automotive Mechanics program is to develop job-ready technicians with the technical knowledge, practical skills, and diagnostic abilities required to service modern vehicles. Graduates are trained to safely and efficiently perform automotive maintenance and repair tasks while adapting to evolving vehicle technologies.Employment Opportunities:
- Automotive Technician
- Automotive Mechanic
- Service Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Automotive Repair Technician
- Lube Technician
- Diagnostic Technician Dealership Service Technician
What You’ll Learn
Automotive Internal Combustion Engines
Learn the names and location of most engine parts and their design variations.
Automotive Fuel Injection Systems
Describe and pinpoint the causes of the most common performance problems, how to correct them, and how to use advanced diagnostic tools to find them. Includes sensors, actuators, and modules.
Engine Repair
Training to diagnose and repair engines: describing problems, the external and internal operation of an engine, and everything related to its repair.
Front End & Wheel Alignment
Operation, construction, service, and repair of suspension and steering systems.
Automotive Electrical & Electronic Systems
Electrical and electronic diagnostic testing of the vehicle: battery, starting system, ignition system and lights, instruments, horns, and wipers.
Brake & ABS (TCS) Systems
Operation, construction, service, and repair of brake systems, from conventional to modern anti-lock setups.
Automotive Air Conditioning
Diagnosis and repair of automotive air-conditioning systems.
Automotive Power Transmission Systems
Systems and operation of drivetrain components: transmission, transfer case, and differential.
