Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Automotive Mechanics Technician diploma prepares the student in all areas of automobile and light truck service, diagnosis and repair at an entry level. An automotive technician will diagnose, determine condition, estimate cost of repair and replace or repair various components in engines, powertrains, suspensions, brakes, electrical systems, fuel systems, emission controls and computer-controlled systems.
Award Outcomes
- Evaluate scan tool readings
- Evaluate vehicle suspension systems
- Evaluate engine condition using precision instruments
- Interpret wiring diagrams
- Perform digital multimeter (DMM) measurements
- Use transmission test equipment
- Analyze heating ventilation/air conditioning systems
- Interpret electronic service information
- Diagnose hydraulic system components
- Analyze driveline components
- Determine customer vehicle repair needs