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Automotive Technology

Career/Technical Certificate

Cars and trucks are even more complicated machines than they used to be, and need sharp, highly skilled technicians to service them. At San Jac, get the training you’ll need to join the elite group of certified automotive technicians and jumpstart your career. 

From the Garage to Career

Why choose San Jac's Automotive Technology program.
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Work on Vehicles While You Learn

Get hands-on experience diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining modern vehicles in professional automotive labs. Build the skills employers look for from day one.

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Train with Top Automotive Brands

Study through programs connected to Ford, GM, Honda, Toyota, and Mopar. Gain brand-specific training that can help you stand out in the job market through paid internships and dealership training.

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Prepare for Industry Exams

Prepare for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exam through our training, gaining a higher passing likelihood than othe programs.
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Turn Your Passion for Cars Into a Career

Prepare for careers in dealerships, repair shops, and service centers. Students can also pursue ASE certification for long-term career growth.

 

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Careers

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
 $50,893
 Opportunities

As a program graduate, you’ll be prepared for careers in:

  • Automotive dealerships
  • Independent service shops
  • Franchise repair shops
  • Exhaust shops
  • Brake shops
  • Tire specialty shops
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Train with the Manufacturer Program of Your Choice

While we offer amazing general automotive technology credentials, you can also choose to study with a specific manufacturer program. All of these programs alternate between classroom and lab instruction, and paid, hands-on internships at local dealerships.

Ford Automotive Student Service Education Training (ASSET) Program

Train with Ford

GM Automotive Service Educational (ASEP) Program

Train with GM

Honda Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT) Program

Train with Honda

Mopar Career Automotive Program

(Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram, Fiat, and Alfa Romeo)

Train with Mopar

Toyota Technician Training & Education Network (T-TEN) Program

Train with Toyota

DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

Auto Tech, Certificate of Technology

Certificate
The Certificate of Technology prepares you to launch your auto tech career, advance your career, or get your degree. You'll also be ready for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Being ASE certified sets you apart and is very important to employers.
Length 1 Year
If you're studying part-time, you can complete the 27 credits for this certificate in four terms.
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Autonomous Vehicle, Certificate of Technology

Certificate
The Certificate of Technology prepares you for the degree program, an entry-level career, or advancement in your current career.
Length 1 Year
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 39 credits for this certificate in three terms, including the summer.
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Future Automotive Service Technicians (FAST) Auto Tech, AAS

Career/Technical
The Associate of Applied Science degree prepares you to launch your career or advance in your current career.
Length 2 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this program in five terms, including a summer term.
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Future Automotive Service Technicians (FAST) Auto Tech, Level 2 Certificate

Certificate
The Level 2 certificate prepares you to launch or advance an auto technician career, or continue on with a degree. You'll also be ready for the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams. Being ASE certified sets you apart and is very important to employers.
Length 1.5 years
If you're studying part-time, you can complete the 45 credits for this certificate in four terms.
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CAREER TRACKS

After San Jacinto College

After you graduate and pass the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) exams, you’ll have several exciting career avenues to choose from. These include service technicians, shop foremen, service advisors, service managers, parts counters, and car sales—all areas that reward hard workers and strong talent.

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Sounds Great, But How do I Apply?

Ready to take the first step toward an exciting future? It’s time to apply to San Jac. We’ll guide you through the process and help you start building your future, today.
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Support for your studies

At San Jac, you’re never alone. Our teams ensure you have the support you need to achieve your academic goals. 
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Inside Auto Tech

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Driven to succeed: Students find their paths through San Jac's T-TEN program

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Contact Us

Have questions? Reach out and we’ll help make sure you’re choosing the right program for you. Call us today at 281-998-6350 ext. 1492.
Thomas Hendricks
Coordinator, Auto Tech FAST
Email
Thomas.Hendricks@sjcd.edu
Phone
(281) 998-6150x1150
Location
Central
Kay Richardson
DC, Cons/Prof Svcs/Auto Tech
Email
kay.richardson@sjcd.edu
Phone
(281) 991-2608
Location
Central
Marisol Barlow
Sr Administrative Assistant
Email
Marisol.Barlow@sjcd.edu
Phone
(281) 998-6150x1492
Location
Central