Automotive Technology: Entry Level Quick Service Technician
Program Overview
Certificate of Achievement
The Entry Level Quick Service Technician certificate option prepares students for employment as entry-level automotive technicians. Through courses focusing on the mechanical areas of the vehicles, including basics in electrical, suspension, and brakes, students learn how to use specialty equipment and hand tools found in automotive service and repair facilities. Core topics include maintenance and service, automotive electrical systems, suspension and brakes diagnosis, and repair. The design, function, and operation of all these systems are also included in the certificate. Graduates are employed as entry-level technicians, general service technicians, quick service technicians, tire and brake technicians, apprentice technicians, or are employed in related fields.
Salary, Growth and Careers
Salary
Careers associated with this program have a salary range from $35,000 to $108,000 with an average salary of $67,000.
Growth
Career opportunities for this program are expected to change little nationwide from 2022 to 2032.
Careers
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
- Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent
- Job Growth: +2.4%
- Average Salary: $91,000
- Salary Range: $65,000 - $108,000
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
- Education Level: Postsecondary nondegree award
- Job Growth: +1.6%
- Average Salary: $61,000
- Salary Range: $44,000 - $74,000
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians and Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other
- Education Level: Associate's degree
- Job Growth: +4.4%
- Average Salary: $68,000
- Salary Range: $42,000 - $108,000
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Education Level: Postsecondary nondegree award
- Job Growth: +4.8%
- Average Salary: $86,000
- Salary Range: $78,000 - $101,000
- Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles
- Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent
- Job Growth: -18%
- Average Salary: $50,000
- Salary Range: $35,000 - $61,000
- Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators
- Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent
- Job Growth: -0.3%
- Average Salary: $51,000
- Salary Range: $39,000 - $59,000
Program Map
Automotive Technology: Entry Level Quick Service Technician
Certificate of Achievement
19.0 Units
- Fall 2024, 1st Term, 9.0 Units
- MAJ AUTO 100: Automotive Maintenance and Operation (4.0 Units)
- MAJ AUTO 150: Automotive Brakes (5.0 Units)
- MILE Department Information
- Spring 2025, 2nd Term, 10.0 Units
- MAJ AUTO 140: Automotive Steering and Suspension (5.0 Units)
- MAJ AUTO 160: Introduction to Automotive Electrical (5.0 Units)
Automotive Technology: Entry Level Quick Service Technician - Certificate of Achievement
19.0 units
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Objective:
This program prepares students for entry-level positions as automotive technicians.
Description:
Students gain expertise in the mechanics of vehicles, focusing on electrical systems, suspension, and brakes. They learn to use specialized equipment and hand tools for automotive repair and service. The program covers maintenance and service, automotive electrical systems, suspension and brakes diagnosis and repair, and design, function, and operation of these systems. Graduates can pursue careers as entry-level technicians, general service technicians, quick service technicians, tire and brake technicians, apprentice technicians, and more.
Outline:
Program Length:
The program requires 19.0 units.
Program Structure:
- The program consists of two terms: the first term (Fall 2023) and the second term (Spring 2024)
- Each term includes a major course and a milestone.
- The Fall 2023 term focuses on Automotive Maintenance and Operation and Automotive Brakes.
- The Spring 2024 term focuses on Automotive Steering and Suspension and Introduction to Automotive Electrical Systems.
Careers:
Salary Range:
$28,000 - $128,000 with an average salary of $59,000.
Growth:
Little change expected nationwide from 2019 to 2029.
Potential Careers:
- Entry-level technician
- General service technician
- Quick service technician
- Tire and brake technician
- Apprentice technician
Other:
- This is just one pathway through the program; students should create a customized education plan to meet their individual needs.
Conclusion:
The Automotive Technology: Entry Level Quick Service Technician certificate program provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge to enter the automotive repair field. With its focus on practical training and relevant coursework, the program offers a pathway to successful careers in this growing industry.
