What is Automotive Technology
If you love cars and enjoy solving problems, a career as an auto mechanic may be for you. Today's automotive technicians work on integrated electronic systems and complex computers that regulate modern vehicles. Our hands-on Automotive Technology program enables you to troubleshoot, perform preventative maintenance, service and repair automobiles.
What are my career choices?
- Automotive repair and maintenance shops
- Automotive dealers
- Automotive parts stores
- Automotive equipment rental and leasing companies
- Federal, State, and local governments
- Self employment
What are my degree, diploma, or certificate options?
- Automotive Technology - Associates
- Automotive Parts/Service Writer - Diploma
- Automotive Technician - Diploma
- Certificates are available for:
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Technician
- Automotive Air Conditioning Mechanic
- Automotive Electrician
- Brake Repairer
- Engine Repairer
- Front End Mechanic
- Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technician
- Manual Transmission/Drive Train Technician
- Tune-up Mechanic
How Much can I make, and Where can I take Classes?
The great thing about KCTCS is that we have colleges and campuses around the state. Choose a college, and you'll find more information on the program and the salaries for careers in the area.
- Ashland Community & Technical College
- Big Sandy Community & Technical College
- Bluegrass Community & Technical College
- Elizabethtown Community & Technical College
- Gateway Community & Technical College
- Hazard Community & Technical College
- Jefferson Community & Technical College
- Maysville Community & Technical College
- Owensboro Community & Technical College
- Somerset Community College
- Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College
- Southeast Kentucky Community & Technical College
- West Kentucky Community & Technical College