Automotive Service Technology
The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) Automotive Service Technology faculty is here to help you solve complex problems through critical analysis and effectively communicate difficult technical information to others.
Our program is designed to develop your skills and competencies for careers in automotive related technical positions or become certified as automotive technicians and mechanics. You will know how to diagnose, repair and service modern automobiles. The program will also prepare you for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and State of Michigan certifications for any of the eight (8) automotive areas of “Master” certification.
An Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in automotive service technology from WCCCD prepares you for work across various roles such as:
- Automotive Technician
- Service Manager
- Parts Manager
- Product Test Technician
- Entrepreneur
What’s the Job Outlook for Automotive Technology Technicians & Mechanics?
The U.S. Department of Labor expects employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to have little to no change from 2018 to 2028, about as fast as the average for all occupations.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, April 2020, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, on the Internet at
http://www.bls.gov/ooh/installationmaintenance-and-repair/automotiveservice-technicians-and-mechanics.htm
Recommended course sequence: Automotive Service Technology A.A.S.
Recommended course sequence: Automotive Service Technology CERT
Our Certificate Programs
Certificate programs are an excellent learn additional skills to change careers or update skills in your field. They also require a smaller number of courses to complete, saving you money tuition, and helping you land some jobs sooner.
Here are the certificate programs we offer in automotive service technology.
- Automotive Service Technology: Automatic Transmission & Transaxles, SCERT
- Automotive Service Technology: Brakes, SCERT
- Automotive Service Technology: Electrical/Electronics Systems, ACERT
- Automotive Service Technology: Engine Repair, SCERT
- Automotive Service Technology: Heating and Air Conditioning, SCERT
- Automotive Service Technology: Manual Drive Train & Axle, SCERT
- Automotive Service Technology: Suspension and Steering, SCERT
Where is WCCCD’s Automotive Service Technology Program Offered?
The Automotive Service Technology program is offered at our Downriver Campus. The DR campus offers classes for other automotive-related certificates and degrees.
As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.
Automotive Service Technology Contact Information
Phone: 313-496-2600
Email: edaffairs@wcccd.edu
