| What is a MOPAR (CAP) Automotive Service Technician? |
A MOPAR (CAP) Automotive Service Technician works in a Jeep, Dodge, Ram, or Chrysler dealership where they provide top-of-the line customer service. A MOPAR (CAP) service technician begins service by inspecting the vehicle and diagnosing any issues. The MOPAR (CAP) service technician performs the required maintenance and repair of the vehicle and -its parts, and will change oil, perform a tuneup, check fluid levels and rotate tires. Technicians also repair and/or replace worn parts, such as brake pads, wheel bearings and even engines. |
| Degrees and Certificates |
- MOPAR (CAP) College Automotive Program, AAS
- MOPAR (CAP) College Automotive Program, Diploma
- MOPAR (CAP) Electrical Technician Program, Certificate
- MOPAR (CAP) Engine Performance Program, Certificate
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| Prerequisite Courses |
- FYES 1000
- Degree level proficiency is required to take degree level General Education courses. Please refer to course descriptions in online catalog for specific prerequisites. Students are encouraged to complete any learning support courses needed, and then General Education courses.
- Diploma level proficiency is required to take diploma level General Education courses and ACAP Technical courses.
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| Semester Program Begins |
Fall semester |
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Minimum Age Requirement
Application Process
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18 years of age at the start of program
Applicants to the MOPAR (CAP) College Automotive Program must meet all admission requirements; complete an application and pay the application fee. Individuals may apply to Gwinnett Technical College at GwinnettTech.edu, submit all transcripts from high school and previous college work, and take the ACCUPLACER test, if required. Students applying for any of the MOPAR (CAP) certificates must be accepted into the MOPAR (CAP) College Automotive degree or diploma program.
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| Program Deadlines |
You may enter in the fall term. |
| For more information, contact: |
Andy Lindman, program director, ALindman@GwinnettTech.edu, 678.226.6709. |
| For admission and enrollment, contact: |
Enrollment Support Center in Building 100 at the Lawrenceville campus, or Building A at the Alpharetta-North Fulton campus, or email ACTTeam@GwinnettTech.edu. |
Quick Facts
(This data was compiled from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.)
| 2016 Median pay |
$35,000 - $48,900 |
| Entry Level Education |
Associate degree, diploma, certificate |
| Number of jobs, 2016 |
366,400 |
| Job growth, 2010-2020 |
14% |
The Gwinnett Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
Lisa Richardson, Section 504/ADA, Title IX and Equity Coordinator, Building 100, Room 708, 678.226.6691, LRichardson@GwinnettTech.edu
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