Automotive Technology

Highlights

• Diagnose, service and repair a wide range of vehicles alongside a certified Master Technician

• Utilize advanced diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and repair complex automotive systems

• Use problem solving skills while working on today’s advanced computerized electrical systems

Amazing Alumni

Is this you?

  • I am self reliant
  • I solve problems
  • I have mechanical aptitude
  • I am detail oriented

Career Opportunities Upon Graduation:

  • Alignment Technician
  • Tire Repair Technician
  • Brake Specialist
  • Automotive Assembler
  • Lube Oil Filter Tech

With additional Training/Education:

  • Transmission Specialist
  • Parts Manager
  • Service Manager

CERTIFICATIONS:
(*Earn Ohio Department of Education (ODE) Credential Points toward Graduation during your junior and senior years)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Service Technology
   (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Automatic Transmission/
   Transaxle (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Brakes (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Electronic/Electrical
   System (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Engine Performance
   (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Engine Repair (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Heating & Air
   Conditioning (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Maintenance & Light
   Repair (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Manual Drive
   Train & Axles (*3 points)

• Auto Service Excellence (ASE) Suspension &
   Steering (*3 points)

• Snap On Battery, Starting, and Charging Certification

   (*3 points)

• Snap On Multimeter Certification  (*3 points)

• Snap On Master Rotor Matching (Pro Cut) Certification       (*3 points)

• Snap On/Starrett Precision Measuring Instruments

   Certification (SME endorsed)  (*3 points)

To be successful in this field, students must be able to:
• Stand and work on their feet several hours at a time
• Lift 50 pounds
• Perform the job in both hot and cold conditions
• Have good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity to perform mechanical repairs
• Read & comprehend service manual information and instructions

Typical Wages:

• $12 to $15/hour starting wage
• $23.79/hour—Auto Technician Base Salary
• $45,000-$75,000—Specialist or Manager in    Columbus Area
• $55,608—Automotive Service Advisor
• $63,278—Automotive Service Mgr. (Avg. Salary)

Some Area Employers Include:
McDaniel Motors, Mathews Auto Group, Kevin’s Auto Repair, Precision Towing, Auto Zone, Advanced Auto Parts

Partnering with:

  • Northwestern University
    Up to 18 credit hours for Hydraulic Brake Systems, Steering & Suspensions, Services & Procedures
  • Lincoln Tech Institute
    Up to 13.5 credit hours for Manual Drive Trains & Axles, Brake Systems, Suspensions & Steering
  • Terra Community College

Career Focus:
Prepared for immediate employment and/or college in an advanced auto tech program

Tri-Rivers Career Center  affirms that equal opportunities are offered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, military status, national origin, disability, age, and ancestry of person.

 

Auto Tech student working