Objective of Field
The Automotive Technician repairs various automotive problems using computers, hand tools, power tools, and various service information.
Job Duties
- Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements
- Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear, using micrometers, calipers, and gauges
- Diagnose and repair parts and systems on vehicles and remove units for rebuild or replacement
Certification Tests
- National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Exam
- Pennsylvania Safety Inspectors Test
- SP2 training
- General Motors online training tests and certificates
Planned Courses
- Orientation to Automotive Technology Shop
- Safety
- Engine Repair
- Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
- Manual Drive train and Axles
- Suspension and Steering
- Brakes
- Electrical Electronic Systems
- Heating and Air Conditioning
- Engine Performance
Employment/Job Outlook
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Entry Level
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2-Year Associates Degree
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4-Year Bachelor’s Degree
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Service Technician
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Ford-ASSET
GM-ASEP
Chrysler-CAP
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Business Management
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How to Find Out More
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