This short certificate (STC) program of study provides students with skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience in the automotive, truck and tractor service, maintenance and repair industry. Today a technician must possess excellent critical thinking skills, computer skills, mechanical skills, working knowledge of electronics and be able to diagnose complex problems, and be committed to keeping pace with future advancements.
Successful completion of the program prepares graduates for employment as a service/ maintenance technician, parts manager, or sales and service representative in the field of automotive, truck and tractor service and repair.
Upon successful completion of all Semester 1 courses students are:
- Eligible to take ASE A-1 Engine Repair Exam
- Eligible to take ASE A-5 Brakes Exam
- Eligible to take ASE A-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems Exam
- Eligible to take ASE A-4 Steering and Suspension Exam
Upon successful completion of all Semester 2 courses students are:
- Eligible to take ASE A-7 Heating and Air Conditioning Exam
- Eligible to take ASE A-8 Engine Performance Exam