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Automotive Technicians diagnose and repair performance problems and perform factory recommended maintenance procedures on cars and light trucks. The Blackhawk Technical College Automotive Technician Program is an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified two-year Technical Diploma program aimed at preparing the student for passing ASE exams as the requisite professional experience is obtained. This program is designed to increase knowledge and skills in the areas of diagnostic testing, use of hand and machine tools, automotive parts, service references, computerized equipment and other technical equipment on ever more complex automobiles. Students are taught entry-level job skills through practical shop and classroom experiences.
If you are interested in an Associate Degree in Automotive studies another option is the Individualized Technical Studies-Automotive (pdf).
Job opportunities for Automotive Service Technicians are expected to be plentiful for persons who complete automotive training programs. Individuals with training in basic electronics have the best opportunities for employment. Automotive Service Technician careers are attractive to many because they afford the opportunity for good pay and the satisfaction of skilled work with one’s hands.
Many experienced mechanics employed by automotive dealers and independent repair shops receive a commission related to the labor cost charged to the customer. Under this method, weekly earnings depend on the amount of work completed by the mechanic. Employers frequently guarantee commissioned mechanics a minimum weekly salary.
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