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Program Description

The electrical technician certificate program provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair basic electrical/electronic automotive systems as an entry level technician. Topics covered include automotive shop safety, electrical theory and circuit diagnosis, automotive batteries, starting and charging systems, instrumentation, lighting, and various vehicle accessories. This certificate does not qualify for financial aid as it does not meet minimum hour requirements. (Program Length: 1 Semester) (Prerequisites: Students are encouraged to acquire a personal set of hand tools).

Students applying for this program must be accepted into the automotive technology degree or automotive fundamentals diploma program.

Employment Opportunities

Employment opportunities include but are not limited to Basic automotive service technician, electrical systems service technician.