Automotive Service Technology

Fuel Your Passion. Master the Machine.

Adult Costs

$2,660

Program Length

15 Months

Next Start Date

7/13/2026

Enroll by

July 2nd

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.

7/13/2026
  • 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 →
CTRL1060Instrumentation Thermal Control2$190
CTRL1070Machine Safety Integration1$95
CTRL1080Servo Motors and Drives2$190
CTRL1090Fanuc Advanced Programming2$190
CTRL1100Robot Vision1$95
CTRL1110Industrial Networking Basics1$95
CTRL1120Autonomous Mobile Robots1$95
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
TEWT 1000Introduction to Welding and Cutting2$190
TEWT 1010Measurement Systems1$95
TEWT 1311Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) I2$190
TEWT 1312Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) II2$190
TEWT 1020Welding Symbols and Print Reading2$190
TEWT 1411Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) I2$190
TEWT 1412Flux Cored Arc Welding (FCAW) II2$190
TEWT 1111Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) I2$190
TEWT 1112Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) II2$190
TEWT 1040Welding Inspection and Welding Metallurgy1$95
TEWT 1520Metal Finishing1$95
TEWT 1211Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) I2$190
TEWT 1212Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) II2$190
TEWT 1060Related Equipment2$190
TEWT 1935Endorsements2$190
TEWT 1720Industry Prep1$95
TEWT 2130Projects2$190
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
TEDG 1010Beginning Graphic Design3$285
TEDG 1110Intermediate Graphic Design4$380
TEDG 1210Advanced Graphic Design4$380
TEDG 1220Motion Design4$380
TEDG 1230Interactive Design4$380
TEDG 1500Professional Development4$380
TEDG 1300Audio/Video Editing3$285
TEDG 1310Typography and Publishing3$285
TEDG 1320Image Editing3$285
TEDG 1510Portfolio Building4$380
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
TEEL 1110Electrician Apprentice IA3$285
TEEL 1120Electrician Apprentice IB3$285
TEEL 1210Electrician Apprentice IIA3$285
TEEL 1220Electrician Apprentice IIB3$285
TEEL 1310Electrician Apprentice IIIA3$285
TEEL 1320Electrician Apprentice IIIB3$285
TEEL 1410Electrician Apprentice IVA3$285
TEEL 1420Electrician Apprentice IVB3$285
Course NumberCourse NameCreditsCost
TEPL 1110Plumbing IA3$285
TEPL 1120Plumbing IB3$285
TEPL 1210Plumbing IIA3$285

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