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The world relies on automotive technicians to keep us moving, working, meeting family obligations and enjoying life. Our roads are busy, from vintage muscle cars to the latest EVs, and so automotive technicians are always in demand.
Wouldn’t it be great to be someone who knows the bumper-to-bumper ins and outs that are key to fixing auto issues and getting folks back on the road?
Real-world, Hands-on Learning
In Madison College’s Automotive Technology program, you learn to repair and maintain automotive and light truck technology through hands-on training in our state-of-the-art, shop environment.
Personal Attention from Automotive Experts
Our highly experienced ASE Master Certified instructors will guide you through electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems as well as everything else vehicle related – from windshield wipers to heating and air conditioning systems.
Small class sizes mean you’ll benefit from personalized attention.
Local industry connections ensure you gain the skills needed to be successful in today’s job market.
Get In-demand Automotive Skills
In the Auto Technology programs you’ll learn to:
- Explain and apply technical concepts and their interrelationships between various vehicular systems.
- Demonstrate applications of technical knowledge to other technologies and disciplines.
- Diagnose customer complaints accurately and demonstrate mechanical aptitude in the servicing of vehicles.
- Apply critical thinking skills to evaluate and solve problems.
Prepare for a Growing Career
In addition to these technical skills and knowledge, the program offers opportunity to and guidance in developing life skills that will help you to be successful in the automotive industry or whatever path you choose.
You will also grow skills in:
Lifelong Learning
- Assuming responsibility for continuing education in order to maintain skills and enhance professional growth.
- Exhibiting self-management and study skills necessary to succeed in increasingly challenging academic environments.
Employability
- Demonstrating work ethics and reliable behavior, including but not limited to assuming responsibility for decisions and actions, utilizing time and stress management skills, and displaying initiative.
Professionalism
- Demonstrating pride in your profession through motivation, initiative, positive attitude and flexibility.
Ethics/Respect/Integrity
- Demonstrating professional ethics, honesty and respect when dealing with customers, co-workers and supervisors.
Working Cooperatively
- Working as a team member by demonstrating good communication and listening skills, cooperating and providing a supportive environment.
Communication
- Communicating clearly and professionally in both written and verbal communications to customers, co-workers and supervisors, using positive interpersonal skills, including but not limited to empathy, active listening and flexibility.
Automotive Technology Program Options
Madison College's Automotive Technology program offers a technical diploma for students seeking training to be prepared for the Automotive Technician field, as well as an associate degree for those who want both technical training and non-technical skills to advance their careers more quickly.
Automotive Technology Comprehensive Associate Degree
69 CREDITS | 2 YEARS
The associate degree program includes all the same hands-on technical training as the 54-credit diploma, plus an additional 15 credits in management, math, communication and economics. Your credits can transfer to a four-year degree if desired.
Graduates with an associate degree are qualified not only for technician roles but also for professional positions such as lead technician, service advisor or service manager.
View the Automotive Associate Degree
Automotive Technician Technical Diploma
54 CREDITS | 2 YEARS
The technical diploma program is geared for the hands-on learner who wants to focus solely on technician work.
Ready to Get Started?
Apply now to Madison College to get started on your journey toward your career in automotive technology.