Automotive Technology Program
| Typical Positions | Salaries |
|---|---|
| Auto Service Technician/Mechanic | $39,000 |
| Estimator | $52,000 |
| Diesel Engine Mechanic | $43,000 |
| Transportation Equipment Electrical Repairer | $43,000 |
| Auto Service Supervisor | $60,000 |
The Automotive Technology Program is certified by the National Automotive Educational Technician Foundation (NATEF). The program is supported by the Central Valley New Car Dealership Association (CVNCDA), is a member of Professional Automotive Training Centers (PATC), and has a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Nissan of North America. All full-time automotive instructors are Master ASE Certified or above.
The Automotive Technology Program is Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified in the following areas: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/ Transaxles, Manual Drivetrains & Axles, Suspension/Steering, Brakes, Electric/Electronic Systems, Heating/Air Conditioning, and Engine Performance.
The Automotive Technology Curriculum is designed (1) to prepare students to become competent technicians and gain employment in the automotive industry at the completion of the program and (2) to upgrade skills of those already in the field.
A.A. and A.S. degrees as well as certificates can be earned in the automotive field. The certificate programs do not satisfy A.A./A.S. degree requirements but do qualify students for certificates in the field of study.
You may be able to earn college credit for some automotive classes you took in high school. Check out the 2+2 Articulation class list to see if you qualify!