Automotive Service Technology Program

An exciting, fast-paced, and rewarding career.

CARES Act Funding:

This program is included in the Rapid Credentialing Grant which was designed in response to COVID-19.

Introduction:

Today, automotive technicians use computers and scanners to help diagnose problems in cars. This discipline is taught by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified instructors and allows students who complete specific coursework to be qualified for employment or additional specialized training.

Career Opportunities:

• Light Duty Service Assistant
• Engine Performance/Repair Technician
• Service Manager
• Shop Owner/Operator
• Automatic & Manual Drive Train Technician or TransAxle Technician
• Steering, Suspension, and Alignment Technician
• Brake System Technician
• Electrical/Electronic System Technician
• Heating & Air Conditioning Technician
• Automotive Parts Specialist

Employment Outlook:

Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to have little or no change 0% 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 1800 hours. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

OCP	COURSE	HOURS
OCP A	Automotive Services Assistor	300 Hours
OCP B	Engine Repair Technician	150 Hours
OCP C	Automatic Transmission & Trans-axle Technician	150 Hours
OCP D	Manual Drive Train & Axle Technician	150 Hours
OCP E	Automobile Suspension and Steering Technician	150 Hours
OCP F	Automotive Brake System Technician	150 Hours
OCP G	Automotive Electrical / Electronic System Technician	300 Hours
OCP H	Automotive Heating and A/C Technician	150 Hours
OCP I	Automotive Engine Performance Technician	300 Hours
		Total Hours: 1800

Location & Course’s Schedule:

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

LOCATION	COURSE'S SCHEDULE
Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College	Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:40 p.m. Monday - Friday from 5:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College	Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:40 p.m. Monday - Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Robert Morgan Educational Center & 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
Miami Lakes Educational Center & Technical College (305) 557-1100	Danielle Taylor Jackie Benjamin Vanessa Torres Elizabeth Forero	Ext. 2230 Ext. 2215 Ext. 2250 Ext. 2216
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College (305) 324-6070	Patricia Estiverne Sandra Hawkins Jacques Lucien Rose Jasmin	Ext. 7089 Ext. 7129 Ext. 7039
Robert Morgan Educational Center & Technical College (305) 253-9920	Mirtha Silverang Maria Ruiz Kathy Pearson Irene Montoto	Ext. 2145 Ext. 2147 Ext. 2159 Ext. 2150

 

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.