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Automotive Technology

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The Automotive Technology program prepares you for an entry-level career in automotive and vehicle repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting. You will gain hands-on skills in:

  • Automotive electronics
  • Testing and diagnosing
  • Engine drivability diagnosis and performance
  • Automatic transmissions
  • Gas engines
  • Suspension
  • Alignment
  • Brakes

Hands-On Learning Opportunities

  • Automotive Lab: Use the latest systems, tools, and diagnostic equipment in the industry to work on a variety of different vehicle makes and models. Learn to adapt to changing technology as vehicle components and systems become increasingly sophisticated.

Transfer Information

An articulation agreement allows you to transfer your Automotive Technology coursework to the Technology Management program at the University of Northern Iowa.

If you plan to transfer, work closely with a program advisor to ensure courses transfer and you meet program requirements.

Last Dollar Scholarship

This program qualifies for the Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship and will pay up to 100% of your tuition.

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Automotive Technology

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Courses

Core Courses

  • Introduction to Automotive Technology I and II
  • Auto Starting, Charging, and Electrical
  • Automotive Brake Systems
  • Automotive Suspension and Steering
  • Automotive Manual Transmissions/Transaxles
  • Automotive Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
  • Automotive Computerized Engine Controls
  • Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Automotive Engine Repair
  • Automotive Electronics
  • Automotive Electrical I
  • Comprehensive Application
  • Automotive Fuel Systems
  • Automotive Ignition Systems
  • Automotive Differentials and 4-Wheel Drive

Core courses in the Automotive Technology program meet for 4-week terms allowing you to focus on one core course and one general education course at a time.

Purchasing Tools

Students in the Automotive Technology program are required to purchase tools for use in program coursework.

View the Required Tools List [pdf]

Program Details

Award: Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Required number of credits: 76
Program Start: Fall

View Suggested Sequence of Study & Course Cost

Careers

Positions

Graduates find employment at automotive dealerships, independent automotive shops, service stations, car manufacturers, and national automotive service centers. Positions include but are not limited to:

  • Automotive service technician
  • Electronics installer
  • Electronics technician
  • Mechanic
  • Service writer
  • Service manager
  • Truck technician

Example Careers and Average Wages
Entry Average Experienced
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $26,800 $43,200 $51,500
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers $25,600 $32,700 $36,200

Source: 2020 Iowa Wage Report, Iowa Workforce Development

Employers

The following is a partial list of employers who have hired graduates from this program:
Business Location
C&S Car Company Waterloo, IA
ConAgra Foods, Inc. Waterloo, IA
Dan Deery Motor Co. Cedar Falls, IA
John Deere Waterloo, IA
Waterloo Auto Parts Waterloo, IA

Contact Us
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Schedule an appointment with Natasha Ceaser		 319-296-2329 ext.1062 Buchanan Hall 126
Program Advisor Gerrot Jacobson Email Gerrot Jacobson 319-296-2329 ext.1759 Butler Hall 128
Program Advisor Brian Thomas Email Brian Thomas 319-296-2329 ext.1325 Butler Hall 128
Administrative Assistant Connie Smith Email Connie Smith 319-296-4009 Buchanan Hall 128
Dean Dave Grunklee Email Dave Grunklee 319-296-4042 Butler Hall 131A

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