Explore Academic Programs - Automotive Technology
Do you like working with cars? Are you organized and detail-oriented? If so, a career in the automotive industry would be a great choice for you. The automotive service industry is one of the largest industries worldwide. The size and diversity of the industry offer many opportunities for interesting, challenging and rewarding careers. Continuing technological changes in the industry demand the automotive technician continue to learn and update knowledge and skills.
The automotive industry is and has become a forever-changing industry. With all the on-board computers and options now available in vehicles, students must be prepared to service a variety of systems.
Careers, Potential Earnings & Market Growth Rates
Automotive specialty technician
Median wages: $18.50 hourly; $38,470 annually
Projected growth rate: average (five to eight percent)
Automotive master mechanic
Median wages: $18.50 hourly; $38,470 annually
Automotive engineering technician
Median wages: $26.19 hourly; $54,480 annually
Projected growth rate: slower than average (two - four percent)
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Degrees and Certificates
This program offers different pathways, and you can choose your final destination. Students may pursue an associate degree or certificate. The certificate develops skills for more immediate employability. The associate degree adds additional specialized coursework along with more general academic courses.
The Automotive program provides an entry-level and industry-validated hands-on learning environment. Students learn the latest technologies and use of tools and equipment to meet ASE requirements for the automotive repair field. Students are encouraged to sit for the ASE certification exam upon completion of the program. The exam is offered at the CTC central campus.
| Degrees & Certificates | Delivery Mode |
|---|---|
| Automotive Mechanic/Technician (AAS) Level II 60 credit hours, two years full-time |
Central Campus Evening & Weekend Other U.S. Locations (Fort Knox, Fort Leonard Wood, Fort Sill, Fort Riley) |
| Automotive Technician (CC) Level I 49 credit hours, two years full-time |
Central Campus Day Central Campus Evening & Weekend |
| Automotive System Specialist (CC) Level I 19 credit hours, one year full time |
Central Campus Day Central Campus Evening & Weekend Other U.S. Locations (Fort Knox, Fort Riley) |
| Basic Automotive Technician (CC) 19 credit hours |
Central Campus Day Central Campus Evening & Weekend Other U.S. Locations (Fort Knox, Fort Riley) |
| Course Descriptions | |
| ABDR | AUMT |
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