Northwest Technology Center’s Automotive Technology Program is a leader in the nationally recognized Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification program. The main areas of focus in the Automotive Technology program are to help students learn and diagnose problems in six areas of ASE certification. These areas include engine repair, engine performance, HVAC, steering and suspension, brakes and electrical systems. Learning the scientific concepts behind components and learning diagnostic and repair procedures are reinforced through classroom and lab instruction. The goal of the program is for students to master all aspects of modern, computer-based vehicle repair and diagnosis and to train for entry level employment in the automotive field.
Automotive Service Technician Career Option
Students in Automotive Service Technician career option will learn about the various types of steering and suspension systems, how to diagnose them and how to perform alignments. Students will also cover wheel service techniques such as, how to mount/dismount tires, wheel balancing, and tire repairs. They will also learn how to do general electrical system diagnosis, learn electrical theory, perform basic tests and then determine necessary action.The hours completed in this career option are aligned with ASE/NATEF standards, and ASE certification is recommended and industry recognized.
Financial Aid Eligible: Yes, for those who qualify.
Student Organization: SkillsUSA
Tuition, Fees and Cost of Living:
Available to view on the Financial Aid & Tuition page
Salary Range: $13.89/hour
Helpful Attributes and Abilities:
- Reading, language and math skills at the 9th grade level or above
- Basic computer literacy/skills
- Ability to understand theory and technical information
- Ability to read and comprehend textbook and shop manual
- Ability to complete basic math problems
- Good health, physical condition and manual dexterity
- Ability to lift heavy objects and stand/work on your feet for extended periods of time
- Endurance to work under adverse weather conditions
- Good communication skills
Career Opportunities May Include: Automotive Service Technician, Automotive Chassis Technician, Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technician, Air Conditioning Technician, Specialty Shop Technician, Shop Foreman/Manager, Parts Manager, Fleet Manager, Shop Owner/Manager
Certifications/Credentials: Students are eligible to test for the following ASE Student Certifications: Brakes, Engine Performance, Engine Repair, Steering and Suspension, Electrical and Electronic Systems, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Heating and Air, WorkKeys and ODCTE Certifications.
Accreditations: NWTC is accredited by the Oklahoma State Department of Education and the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education. NWTC’s Auto Tech program is also accredited by ASE and NATEF.
Cluster: Transportation, Distribution, and Logistics
CIP Code: 47.0604 – Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
SOC Code: 49-3023.00 – Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
Fairview Instructor: Bobby Watson
Fairview Auto Tech Class Facebook: www.facebook.com/NWtechFairviewAuto
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Who Can Attend:
Juniors, Seniors, Adults
Schedules Available:
8:20 – 11:20 am
12:20 – 3:20 pm
Career Option Courses:
| Courses | Hours |
|---|---|
| Fundamentals of Automotive Service | 45 |
| Automotive Electrical/Electronics | 240 |
| Automotive Brakes | 120 |
| Automotive Steering and Suspension Introduction | 95 |
| Automotive Engine Repair | 130 |
| Automotive Heating and Air-Conditioning | 60 |
| Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle | 15 |
| Automotive Engine Performance | 225 |
| Automotive Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 15 |
| Workforce Staging | 15 |
| Total Hours | 960 |