Automotive Technology

Would you like to be able to repair any car in a rapidly changing industry using a full systems approach? Learn to operate advanced diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and repair complex automotive systems. Work alongside the Career Center’s Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Technician and learn to diagnose, maintain, and repair a wide range of vehicles.

This program is an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified Program utilizing our Auto Technology Lab.  Students in this program may qualify for articulated college credit.

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Instructor: Bradley Salois

Skills You'll Learn in This Program 

  • Engine repair

  • Engine tune-up

  • Computer controls

  • Emission controls

  • Fuel systems

  • Drivetrain repair

  • Electrical systems

  • Steering and suspension

  • Wheel alignment

  • Air conditioning/cooling

  • Transmission service

  • Anti-lock brake service

Certifications for Qualifying Students

  • Students in this program may qualify for articulated college credit at University of Northwestern Ohio, Universal Technical Institute, Ohio Technical College,
    Lincoln Technical Institute, Matrix Trade Institute

  • Students have the opportunity to gain Student NATEF Industry Certifications in 4 areas.

Career Opportunities

This is the program for you if you want to be a/an:

  • Dealership technician

  • Independent technician

  • Fleet operations technician

  • Parts salesperson

  • Specialty technician

  • Service writer

  • Shop service manager

  • Automotive technician instructor

With further training you can become a:

  • Increase your earning potential

  • Obtain better working hours

  • Improve your job location

  • Become a car manufacturer representative

Ready to get ahead? 

Taking control of your future is easier than you think. By finishing your high school education at Ashland County-West Holmes Career Center, you put yourself ahead of your peers with field experience a normal classroom could never replicate.  Apply for this program and pursue your passion today!

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