LIGHT VEHICLE TECHNICIAN

Light Vehicle Technicians repair, maintain and inspect automobiles, diesel, and/or alternate-fueled vehicles.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PztRXEHIT4s

Work Environment:
Automotive service technicians and mechanics work in well-ventilated repair shops. Although today’s technicians often identify and fix automotive problems with computers, they work with greasy parts and tools often. Technicians and mechanics sometimes work in uncomfortable positions.

Pay:
Starting median $30,629
Some Experience $41,444
Experienced $57,849

Education:
Associate’s Degrees and Certificates:
Programs: Automotive Technology

Degrees:

• A.S. Degree in Automotive Technology
• A.A. Degree in Automotive Technology

 

Certificates

• Certificate of Achievement in: Advanced Engine Performance and Emissions, Brakes and Front End, Engine Performance and Drive Train, Manufacturer-Dedicated Programs
• Certificate of Achievement in: Automotive Technology
• Certificate of Achievement in: Auto Chassis and Drive Lines, Auto Collision Repair, Electronic Tune Up and Computer Control Systems, Mechanics- General
• Certificate of Achievement in: Automotive Electronics, Computers, and Emission and/or HVAC, Automotive Technology, California SMOG Technician
• Certificate of Achievement in: Automotive Chassis, Automotive Electrical, Automotive Engine Performance, Automotive Transmission, Manufacturer-Dedicated Programs
• Certificate of Achievement in: Advanced Emission Specialist, Automotive Performance Systems, Automotive Technology
• Certificate of Achievement in: Brakes, Suspension & Driveline; Engine/Electrical/Maintenance; Advanced Drivability & Performance; and Inspection & Vehicle Preparation
• Certificate of Achievement in: Auto body/Collision Repair; Auto Body Refinishing
• Certificate of Achievement in: Auto Upholstery

 

Regional Colleges Offering These Programs:

Cuyamaca College
Ford-ASSET & GM-ASEP
www.cuyamaca.edu/auto/

Imperial Valley College
www.imperial.edu/industrial-technology-department/automotive-technology

MiraCosta College
www.miracosta.edu/instruction/automotivetechnology

Palomar College
https://www2.palomar.edu/pages/ti/automotive-technology-program/

San Diego Miramar College
Honda- PACT & Toyota- TTEN
www.sdmiramar.edu/academics/automotive

Southwestern College
www.swccd.edu/index.aspx?page=2188

San Diego Continuing Education
www.sdce.edu/job-training/automotive