Adult Day Programs - Automotive Technology

Anyone whose car has broken down understands the importance of the auto technician’s job. The ability to make a quick and accurate diagnosis is one of the technician’s valuable skills. It requires good reasoning ability and a thorough knowledge of automobiles.

You will be taught to use service and technical manuals, and will be prepared to participate in the Pennsylvania State Inspection Certification Program.

Specialized classroom and lab experiences are designed to provide instruction in all systems and components of automobiles. This curriculum is Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.

What you will need
Mechanical aptitude
Ability to work independently
Ability to work as a team
Communication skills
Problem solving/ troubleshooting
skills
Ability to work under pressure
Analytical skills
Patience
Endurance

Credentials you can earn
Mechanic’s State
Automotive Safety
Inspection Certification

Automotive Training Center
Determined by post-secondary school

Baran Institute of Technology
Determined by post-secondary school

Northampton
Community College
6 credits (maximum)

Montgomery Community College
12 credits (maximum)

Pennsylvania College of Technology
12 credits (maximum)

Ohio Technical College
Determined by post-secondary school

University of Northwestern Ohio
6 credits (maximum)

Universal Technical Institute
4 courses (maximum)

What you will learn
Tools/fasteners - use and safety
General reconditioning
Automotive systems:
   Suspension/chassis
   Brake system
   Engine
   Cooling
   Fuel
   Ignition
   Electrical/electronic
   Exhaust and emissions
Welding/cutting
Drive lines
Air conditioning
Pa. state inspection
    certification
Employability skills

details

Career possibilities
Automotive Master Mechanic/
Technician
Automotive Specialty
Technician
Motor Vehicle Inspector
Reconditioning Specialist
Service Station Attendant
Service Technician & Mechanic

Career possibilities with additional education
After-Market Automotive
Marketing/Sales
Auto Technology Instructor
Insurance Adjuster/Claims
Equipment Salesperson
New/Used Car Salesperson
Parts Manager
Service Manager
Service/Sales Writer

Earning potential
Automotive Mechanic
$9.50/hour (average)