- Associate in Applied Science (AAS )- Day
- Diploma Night Program: 5 semesters, including 1 summer term
- Admission Cycle: Every semester
Career Description
Trained automotive technicians are in high demand nationwide. To service diagnose and repair vehicle and light duty trucks. Master level technician will be responsible for repairing brakes, electrical and electronic, engine repairs major and minor, automatic and manual transmission, engine performance including drivability and tune-ups and heating and air conditioning systems.
Careers Available
Service director, service manager, garage owner, company CEO, service writer, parts sales, field/fleet service technician, teacher, dealership owner, automotive technician, military, high tech motor sports, service advisor, manufacture trainer, shop foreman, dealership team leader, manufacture representative, automotive engineer and technical writers.
Entry-Level Salary
- $25,000 - $35,000/yr.
Course of Study
Automotive technicians are trained in automatic transmissions, manual transmission and transaxle, brakes, electrical and electronics, steering and suspension, engine repair, climate control systems, and engine performance.
Helpful Personal Attributes
Mechanical ability, analytical ability to work independently and willingness to learn for a lifetime.
Program Contact
If you would like additional information about the Automotive System Technology Program, contact David Allgood, Instructor, at 336.734.7279 or dallgood@forsythtech.edu.
