Automotive Service Technology
Automotive Service Technology
Program Overview
Fuel your career in Tri County Tech’s Automotive Service Technology! Get your hands greasy and dive headfirst into the inner workings of vehicles. Work in a full-scale auto shop on a variety of vehicle makes. You will become a trained professional in engine repair and performance, electrical, steering and suspension systems, automotive air conditioning, and brakes. Auto Service offers a hands-on experience, including live-work projects and specialized tools that will prepare you for the A.S.E Certification exam. Upon completion of the program, graduates will have gained one year of relevant work experience.
“I love how it is almost like a puzzle. Putting stuff back together is a good way to pass the time and focus.” – Spencer S., 2019
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Program Schedule
| Program Start Date | Program Days | Program Instructor |
| August 2025 | Monday – Friday | Richard Herard and Richard Johnson |
| 2 Years | Morning or Afternoon | Student Resources |
Program Courses
| Suspension, Steering, & Alignment |
| Automotive Electrical Repair I & II |
| Scanner Test Equipment |
| Computer Controls and Fuel Injection |
| Automotive Brakes I & II |
| Automotive Engine Rep I & II |
| Automotive Heat & Air |
| Engine Performance I & II |
| Shop Management |
Certifications
| Automotive Service Excellence Student Certification |
High School Credit
| 8 Elective Credits for Full Program |
Career Opportunities
| Electrical System Technician |
| Engine Performance Technician |
| Brake Technician |
| Heating & Air Technician |
| Fuel System Technician |
| Automotive Mechanic Apprentice |
| Engine Repair Technician |
| Suspension Technician |
| Steering Technician |
| Parts Specialist |
| Scan Tool Diagnostics |
Career Data
| Our Placement Rate | 95% |
| Median Hourly Earnings* | $20.23 |
| Completion/Retention Rate | 96.90% |
| *Information provided by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data. |
Student Organizations
SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. We help each student excel. A nonprofit national education association, SkillsUSA serves middle-school, high-school, and college/postsecondary students preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service (including health) occupations. To learn more, visit SkillsUSA.org.
College Credit
Oklahoma Wesleyan University and Tri County Tech are both committed to providing high-quality educational programs to their respective constituencies. To learn about college credit opportunities, visit below or OKWU.edu.
Have Questions?
Reach out to Braden.
He’s our High School Student Success Advisor. He’s a master at helping students find their perfect Tri County Tech program. Braden works with the counselors at our partner schools to help students apply to Tri County Tech.
Braden is available to answer any program and application questions you may have! Ask your counselor about Tri County Tech programs today.
Braden Schovanec
High School Student Success Advisor
Braden.Schovanec@TriCountyTech.edu
918.331.3315