Automotive Technician
Automotive Technician Program (600 hours)
The Automotive Technician program, offered at ECC, is a 600-hour training program that meets Monday through Thursday AM and Monday through Wednesday PM. This modular course provides entry-level skills required for employment as an entry level automotive technician. It is required that all students possess a valid Driver's License.
The National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) competency standards are used and instruction includes:
- Safety Procedures
- Proper use of hand tools
- Proper use of repair and diagnostic equipment
- Diagnosis and repair of engine, drivetrain, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical/electronics, emission control and fuel systems
- Diagnosis and repair of engine performance problems
- Professionalism, ethics, communication and computer skills
Graduates receive a 600-hour Certificate of Program Completion. Students may elect to take a separate module and earn a Certificate of Course Completion, see instructor for details.
This course prepares students for the Clean Air Car Course.
Recommended Skill Levels: Eighth-grade reading level, ability to communicate effectively in the English language and knowledge of general math.
Call 619-388-4600 for more information.