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Automotive Service Technology (I470608)

Program Overview

If you're the kind of person who likes to work with your hands, solve problems, and tinker with cars, then a career in automotive technology is perfect for you! The demand for skilled automotive technicians is higher than ever, with over 60,000 new positions opening every year. If you're looking for an exciting and rewarding career path, this is it!

The Automotive Service Technology Program at Suncoast Technical College is the perfect way to start or advance your career in high-tech automotive service and repairs. You’ll gain the skills you need to work on the most sophisticated computerized control systems, ensuring that your technical skills will remain in high demand. With our program, you can be proud of your career in a field that is constantly growing and changing.

What to expect:

  • Receive Hands-on learning with state-of-the-art equipment

  • Learn about basic automotive service, brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, and repair

  • Using state-of-the-art diagnostic and test equipment, students will learn operational theory, diagnostic procedures, and industry-accepted methods of service and repair of current automotive systems

  • Gain skills in heating and air conditioning, manual drive train and axles as well as suspension and steering

  • Explore career opportunities & gain employability skills

The instruction, course of study, facilities, and equipment of this institution have been evaluated by the ASE Education Foundation and certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Standards of Quality (ASE) for the training of Automobile Technicians.

Graduates of the Automotive Service Technology ASE Certified Training Program will be qualified for entry-level employment with automobile dealerships, fleet operators, automotive specialty shops, mass merchandisers, and independent retailers.

Course Sequence

OCP

Course #

Course Title

Length

A

AER0014

Automotive Service Assistor

300 hours

B

AER0110

Engine Repair Technician

150 hours

C

AER0257

Automatic Transmission & Transaxle Technician

150 hours

D

AER0274

Manual Drivetrain & Axle Technician

150 hours

E

AER0453

Automobile Suspension & Steering Technician

150 hours

F

AER0418

Automotive Brake System Technician

150 hours

G

AER0360

Automotive Electrical/Electronic System Technician

300 hours

H

AER0172

Automotive Heating & A/C Technician

150 hours

I

AER0503

Automotive Engine Performance Technician

300 hours