Automotive Service Technician
Who can attend?
Adult |
High School |
You will learn to:
- Maintain and repair both domestic and foreign alongside an ASE Master Technician in a full-service automotive center
- Optimize vehicle operation and performance using critical thinking
- Analyze, diagnose, repair and maintain basic and advanced automotive systems
Location
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Lawton - Main Campus |
Description
According to the most recent ASE Automotive Service Technician standards, students in this program will cover the skills necessary to become an entry-level technician. Students will concentrate on courses in introduction, brakes, steering & suspension, electrical/electronics, engine performance, heating & air conditioning, engine repair, automatic transmission, and manual drive train and axles. They will learn how to diagnose and complete brake service, perform vehicle steering and suspension alignment, as well as electrical theory, electrical/ electronic diagnostics. Students will cover engine performance diagnostics and techniques for repair using a variety of diagnostic equipment. This program includes automotive heating, air conditioning and the student will learn how to evacuate and recharge air conditioning systems using the proper refrigerant, as well as diagnostics of the heat and A/C system. Students will use advanced diagnostic and repair equipment to troubleshoot complex automotive systems. This program is intended to provide courses closely aligned with ASE hours and tasks. ASE certification is recommended and industry recognized.
Employment Options
The following list is associated with the approved SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) for this program and does not necessarily represent immediate opportunities; additional training may be required for some options listed.
Auto Technician, Automobile Technician, Automotive Service Technician, Automotive Technician, Master Automotive Technician, Master Technician, Mechanic, Shop Foreman, Truck Technician – Approximate Pay Potential: $11-33 per hour. (O*NET source: 49-3023.00 – Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics)
"I love being able to share my experiences with my students, in hopes that I might encourage them to become successful in life as well as their career."
Michael Thomason, Instructor
Scheduling Information
Class Meets: Monday - Friday
AM Session: 8:00 am-11:00am
PM Session: 11:50am-2:50pm
1000 hours - 9 months to complete
Cost of Attendance Summary
Secondary (High School) Students
- Tuition: Free
- Student Needs Fees: $46.00
- Misc. Expenses: $59.00
Post-secondary (Adult) Students
- Tuition: $2,500.00
- Student Needs Fees: $46.00
- Misc. Expenses: $59.00
Financial Aid and Scholarships
This program is approved for Federal Financial Aid; scholarships are also available for those who qualify. (See Financial Aid)
Certification Outcomes:
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Applying for this Program
Michael Thomason
Automotive Service Instructor
Contact:
580-250-5631 mthomason@greatplains.edu
Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505
C. Allen Whitaker
Automotive Service Instructor
Automotive Service Instructor
Great Plains Technology Center
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505
4500 SW Lee Blvd.
Lawton, OK 73505