| What is an Automotive Tech? |
An automotive technician performs basic care and maintenance, including changing oil, performing tune-ups, checking fluid levels, and rotating tires. They also repair and/or replace worn parts, such as brake pads and wheel bearings. When needed they can even disassemble and reassemble parts such as engines or transmissions. Their job also includes explaining to clients their automotive problems and the repairs done on their vehicles. |
| Diploma and Certificates |
- Automotive Technology, Diploma
- Auto Electrical/Electronic Systems Technician, Certificate
- Automotive Chassis Technician Specialist, Certificate
- Automotive Climate Control Technician, Certificate
- Automotive Engine Performance Technician, Certificate
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| Prerequisite Courses |
- FYES 1000
- Diploma level proficiency is required in math before taking technical 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.
- Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools.
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| Semester Program Begins |
Fall and spring semester
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| Application Process |
Applicants to the Automotive diploma programs must meet all Admission requirements; complete an application and pay the application fee. Individuals apply to GwinnettTech.edu, submit all transcripts from high school and previous college work, and take the ACCUPLACER test, if required. |
| Program Deadlines |
You may enter in the fall or spring semesters.
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| For more information, contact: |
Robert Bauman, program director, RBauman@GwinnettTech.edu, 678.226.6742. |
| 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.
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Quick Facts
(This data was compiled from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.)
| 2016 Median pay |
$35,200 to $38,470 |
| Entry level education |
Post-Secondary diploma, certificate |
| Number of jobs, 2014 - 2024 |
237,200 |
| Job growth, 2014 - 2024 |
9% |
Gwinnett Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. Lisa Richardson, Title IX, and Section 504 Coordinator, 5150 Sugarloaf Parkway, Building 100, Room 407, Lawrenceville, GA 30043, 678-226-6691, LRichardson@GwinnettTech.edu.
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