Automotive Service Technology

Fuel Your Passion. Master the Machine.

Adult Costs

$2,660

Program Length

15 Months

Next Start Date

3/9/2026

Enroll by

February 26th

Location

BDO Campus

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Turn your Love for Cars into a Lifelong Trade

Learn in-demand skills—from tire repairs to advanced system electronics—to jumpstart your career in the automotive industry. Hands-on training in our state-of-the-art lab will prepare you for a smooth transition into your automotive service career.

Avg. Salary

$40k

for OTECH Grads

Career Growth

1.90%

by 2032 in Utah

Day in the Life

From performing routine maintenance like oil changes to tackling complex engine repairs, each day brings a new challenge in the automotive service industry. You work with your hands, solve problems, and collaborate with service advisors and parts departments to keep vehicles running smoothly. It’s a fast-paced, hands-on career that blends mechanical know-how with modern technology—perfect for those who love working on cars.

Career Skills You'll Learn:

Engine Repair

Learn important aspects of engine diagnosis and service, including lubrication and cooling systems.

Steering and Suspension

Learn basic tire and wheel services, including puncture repairs and tire pressure monitoring systems.

Brakes

Understand general operation, inspection, and repair of various automotive brake systems.

HVAC

Learn the principles of heating and air conditioning systems, including diagnostics and compressors.

Electrical

Learn the fundamentals of automotive electrical systems, including theory, standard tools, and diagnostics.

Transmission

Understand basic automatic transmission services, including fluid and filter changes, and linkage inspections.

Potential Career Paths

Automotive Service Technician/Mechanic

Diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles, working with both mechanical and electrical systems.

Diesel Technician

Specialize in inspecting, repairing, and maintaining diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.

Brake and Suspension Technician

Diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicle braking and suspension systems.

Transmission Specialist

Specialize in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of vehicle transmission systems.

Lube Technician

Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on vehicles, with a primary focus on lubrication and fluid-related services.

Service Advisor/Dealer

Act as a crucial link between customers and the service department, ensuring a smooth and positive service experience for the customer.

OTECH Partners who hire our Automotive Service Technology graduates

Program Overview

The Automotive Service Technology program is based on the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation (ASE) standards. In our state-of-the-art lab, students practice and demonstrate competencies such as diagnosing and repairing engines, brakes, suspensions, and electronic systems as they study to become an automotive technician. This course prepares students to take several certification exams, including four ASE certification exams, the G1-General Technician for Maintenance and Light Repair certification exam, and the Vehicle Emissions Testing exam.

Classroom Hours
Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Day: M-F 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Eve: M-Th 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Enrollment open to:
Adults, High school students

Credit transfer options:
Available to view here

Tuition & Cost

Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$2,705.00

Estimated Materials Cost
$384.45

Estimated High School Student Cost
$70.00

Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes

Admissions Requirements

This program has no admission requirements. You may start your admissions application at any time.

MaterialRequiredNew
2 Yr Electude Classroom Online Material – IF LOST a new access card will be required to be purchased$364.50
Flashlight$16.99
Subtotal of Required Materials$381.49

This program has no admission requirements. You may start your admissions application at any time.

Enrollment for the Automotive Service Technology program will open only during designated application periods throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application periods and admission information to ensure a smooth application process.

3/9/2026
  • Demonstrate the most common maintenance and light repair tasks.
  • Demonstrate maintenance on vehicle refrigeration systems in accordance with EPA standards.
  • Identify parts, diagnose, and repair engines, brakes, suspension, steering, and electrical systems.
  • Demonstrate essential workplace skills such as problem-solving and critical thinking.
Course Syllabus →
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
AUTO1110Automotive Foundations and Safety1$95
AUTO1111Foundations and Safety1$95
AUTO1115Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems I2$190
AUTO1116Maintenance and Light Repair, Engines2$190
AUTO1120Automotive Suspension and Steering I3$285
AUTO1121Maintenance and Light Repair, Transmissions2$190
AUTO1125Automotive Suspension and Steering II2$190
AUTO1126Electrical I3$285
AUTO1130Automotive Brakes I3$285
AUTO1131Suspension and Steering I2$190
AUTO1135Automotive Brakes II2$190
AUTO1136Suspension and Steering II2$190
AUTO1140Automotive Engine Repair I2$190
AUTO1141Brakes I2$190
AUTO1145Automotive Engine Repair II3$285
AUTO1146Brakes II2$190
AUTO1151Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)3$285
AUTO1155Automotive Automatic Transmission/Transaxle I1$95
AUTO1156Critical Workplace Skills1$95
AUTO1161Hybrid/Electrical Vehicles I2$190
AUTO1165Automotive Manual Drivetrain and Axles I1$95
AUTO1170Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning I1$95
AUTO1185Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning II2$190
AUTO1190Automotive Engine Performance I1$95
AUTO1195Automotive Critical Workplace Skills1$95
AUTO1202Automotive Hybrid/Electric Vehicle I1$95
AUTO1205Automotive Automatic Transmission/Transaxle II2$190
AUTO1206Automatic Transmission/Transaxle I2$190
AUTO1210Automotive Automatic Transmission/Transaxle III3$285
AUTO1211Automatic Transmission/Transaxle II2$190
AUTO1215Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems II2$190
AUTO1216Electrical II2$190
AUTO1220Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems III3$285
AUTO1221Electrical III2$190
AUTO1225Automotive Engine Performance II2$190
AUTO1226Engine Performance I2$190
AUTO1230Automotive Engine Performance III3$285
AUTO1231Engine Performance II2$190
AUTO1235Automotive Hybrid/Electric Vehicle II2$190
AUTO1236Engine Repair I2$190
AUTO1240Automotive Hybrid/Electric Vehicle III3$285
AUTO1241Engine Repair II2$190
AUTO1245Automotive Manual Drivetrain and Axles II2$190
AUTO1246Hybrid/Electric Vehicles II2$190
AUTO1250Automotive Manual Drivetrain and Axles III3$285
AUTO1251Hybrid/Electric Vehicles III2$190
AUTO1256Manual Drive Train and Axles I2$190
AUTO1261Manual Drive Train and Axles II2$190

Automotive Service Technology program is based on the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation (ASE) standards and prepares students to take the following certification exams.

  • ASE (four exams)
  • G1-General Technician for Maintenance and Light Repair
  • Vehicle Emissions Testing

In the state-of-the-art equipped lab, students practice and demonstrate competencies such as diagnosing and repairing engines, brakes, suspensions and electronic systems as they study to become an automotive technician.

Eric Rassi

Eric Rassi started his training at an early age in his high school automotive program and then went on to graduate from College of Marin in Automotive Technology. He has 18 Years hands-on experience with various dealerships and independent shops, and has been instructing for the last 6 years. Eric is ASE L1 and L3 certified, and has been master certified since 1997.

Office Hours (by appointment)
Monday-Thursday: 3:00pm – 4:30pm

Location:
Business Depot Campus 140

eric.rassi@otech.edu

801-612-4131