Automotive Service Technology I

An exciting, fast-paced, and rewarding career.

Introduction:

Through the years, what was once your family’s car mechanic that would lift the hood, take a look inside and do just non-high-tech repairs on vehicles, has today evolved into a new and exciting career, as a certified automotive technician working advance vehicle systems. Our Automotive Service Technology programs is thoroughly designed to train and school you on the use of the latest computer system and using computer scanner equipment to diagnose the vast array of mechanical, electrical and software issues found in today’s car makeup. There is no more second guessing on how to fix it. You’ll follow guided diagnostics to solve the problem. The discipline is taught by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) master certified instructors who allow students to complete specific coursework curricula so that they can become qualified for immediate employment and/or additional specialized training. Yes, the days of the greased clad mechanic under the hood have been replaced by a new generation of qualified professional automotive technicians that use their educational training coupled with the latest computer technology to get the job done. You can be on the cutting edge of this exciting career by simply enrolling in our automotive technology career options listed below.

Career Opportunities:

• Service Repair Assistant

• Engine Performance and Engine Repair Technician

• Service Manager/ Shop Foreman

  Shop Owner/Operator

• Automatic, Manual Drive Train and Transaxle Technician

• Steering, Suspension, and Alignment Technician

• Brake System Technician

• Electrical/Electronic System Technician

• Heating & Air Conditioning Technician

• Master ASE Certified Technician

• Service Repair Adviser/Consultant

• Automotive Parts Specialist

Employment Outlook:

Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to show little or no change from 2020 to 2030.

Salary:

The average wage for this career in Florida is $21.09 hourly or $43,860 annually.

Completion Requirements:

The entire program is 1050 hours. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

OCP	COURSE	HOURS
OCP A	Automobile Services Assistor	300 Hours
OCP B	Automotive Brake System Technician	150 Hours
OCP C	Automobile Suspension and Steering Technician	150 Hours
OCP D	Automotive Electrical/Electronic System Technician	300 Hours
OCP E	Engine Repair Technician	150 Hours
		Total Hours: 1050

Location & Course’s Schedule:

Automotive Service Technology I is available at the following school (s):

LOCATION	COURSE'S SCHEDULE
D.A. Dorsey Technical College	Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
South Dade Technical College	Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

LOCATION	COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR	PHONE NUMBER
D.A. Dorsey Technical College (305) 693-2490	Jackie Benjamin Don Hylor Jr.	Ext. 2171 Ext. 2172
South Dade Technical College (305) 247-7839	Oscar de Leon	Ext. 2111

 

Source

• Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/automotive-service-technicians-and-mechanics.htm.