Automotive Technology

All Automotive Technology courses are based on a list of professional tasks developed by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), a branch of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

All courses are competency based which puts the learner in control, and keeps the focus of instruction on practical knowledge and real-world skills.

At the end of the program, successful students will be able to:

• Inspect, maintain, repair and diagnose automotive systems and components according to industry standards.
• Acquire, interpret and use technical information.
• Demonstrate team-work, professional ethics, and personal accountability.
• Effectively communicate with others.
• Document repair procedures in a professional manner.
• Pass industry-style certification exams.

DEGREES

Associate in Technical Arts

• Automotive Technology (100 credits)

Certificate of Recognition

• Air Conditioning (10 credits)
• Brake, Steering & Suspension Systems (12 credits)
• Drivetrain Systems (15 credits)
• Electrical & Electronic Systems (15 credits)
• Engine Performance (15 credits)
• Engine Repair (10 credits)

CAREER OPTIONS

• Automotive Service and Sales Associate
• Automotive Technician
• Automotive Trainer Instructor
• Fleet Mechanic
• Power Equipment Technician
• Tools, Parts and Accessory Sales
• Truck and Heavy Equipment Mechanic

STARTING SALARY

$2034 - $3650 month

ADVISOR:

Steve Quinn

Phone: 360.475.7345

Email: squinn@olympic.edu

Source: 2008 Olympic College Workforce Development "Red Book"