Automotive Technology
Automotive Technology
The Program
The automotive curriculum at Midlands Technical College provides students with an up-to-date training program that will develop their knowledge of automotive theory and operational skills. Students prepare to enter the career field through hands-on training emphasizing:
- diagnostic and electrical service,
- engine overhaul,
- air conditioning repair,
- all phases of suspension and brake service,
- engine performance,
- reconditioning and replacement of component parts of automatic and manual transmissions.
In addition to general career training in automotive technology, MTC prepares students to become certified in a specialty by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). A.S.E. certifies technicians in eight specialty areas in automotive technology and is nationally recognized by the automotive industry as the foremost organization for professional certification. Certification examinations are administered twice annually at selected sites throughout the United States including Midlands Technical College. Areas of certification include: Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Brakes, Engine Performance, Engine Repair, Electrical Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning Systems, Manual Drive Train and Axle, Steering and Suspension.
Articulation opportunities may provide qualified high school graduates with advanced placement in the program. There's no need to wait; MTC accepts new students into the program every semester and works around a student's busy schedule by offering day or evening courses. This program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation.
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