Automotive General Service Technician

Transportation & Logistics

Automotive General Service Technician – 

The 750-hour Automotive General Service Technician program prepares students for careers in the vehicle repair industry. Using diagnostic equipment and hands-on training, students will be trained in troubleshooting, service and repair of automotive systems.

 

 

Steps to Enrollment Apply now

 

 

  • General Admissions Procedures Apply
  • 16 years & older may apply

Automotive General Service Technician – 

750 Hours, approximately 1 year

Day – Monday – Friday – 7:30am – 11:40am

Afternoon – 12:45pm – 4:55pm

Upcoming Classes Starting August 7, 2024 through May 28, 2025

 

Estimated total cost may vary based on program start date and program class schedule.

$4,496.85

(**All fees subject to change)

2024-2025 Automotive General Service Technician Cost Sheet

MTC Extension Campus

1614 East Fort King Street

 

Program Highlights

STARTING SALARIES

Vary, ranging from:

$28,610 to $72,280*

*Based on state of Florida labor market statistics.

Employers

  • Deluca Toyota
  • Pearson Nissan
  • Ford of Ocala
  • Village Ford
  • Turner Transmission
  • Marion County Fleet Maintenance
  • Jenkins Hyundai

Automotive General Service Technician Master Plan of Instruction

  • Routine Pre/Post Maintenance and Customer Service
  •  Diagnosis, Service and Repair of Drum/Disc Brake, Hydraulics, Traction Control, Stability Control Systems
  •  Diagnosis, Service and Repair of Front and Rear Suspensions Systems, Wheel Alignment and Wheels and Tires
  •  Diagnosis, Service and Repair of Engines, Cylinder Heads, Valve Train, Engine Block, Lubrication and Cooling Systems

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATIONS

Automotive Service Excellence Certifications in Maintenance & Light Repair, Engine Repair, Steering & Suspension, & Brakes.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Annual 2020 Hourly Wage Annual Annual 2020 Hourly Wage
Occupational Title† % Growth Mean Entry % Growth Openings Mean Entry
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics 0.36 18.56 13.02 1.02 4,922 21.09 12.71
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers 0.82 28.31 16.34 1.62 3,138 30.83 19.59

Steps To Enrollment

  • Step 1

    Complete & Submit Online Application.  Pay $20 non-refundable application fee.

    Please check AGE requirements before applying at https://mariontc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Program-Schedule-Age-Requirements.pdf

  • Step 2

    Submit paperwork to Student Services at the MTC campus. Provide copies of two officially recognized proofs of residency, copies of Driver’s License, and the Supplemental Program Packet.

    SUPPLEMENTAL PACKETS VARY – Attending an Information Session may be required for acceptance into the program.

  • Step 3

    Financial Aid application – www.fafsa.gov
    Complete FAFSA application and provide a Student Aid Report (SAR). MTC school code: 031039

  • Step 4

    You will be notified by program department of acceptance. You will be notified by Financial Aid of estimated funds available.

  • Step 5

    Pay fee and/or sign enrollment document to complete enrollment process in Student Fees.
    Seat in scheduled program is confirmed after Student Fees is completed.