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Automotive Technology
Automotive Machinist Technology
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Collision Repair Technology
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Automotive Machinist Technology
Goals
The Automotive Machinist program is an instructional program that prepares individuals for entry level employment in the automotive machinist field by providing classroom instruction and laboratory experiences using equipment comparable to that found in industry. Upon successful completion of the one-year program, students are awarded a Certificate.
Areas Of Specialty Training
• Fundamentals for Automotive Machinists
• Cylinder Head Service
• Special Problems in Automotive Machinist
• Cylinder Block Service
• Engine Assembly and Testing
• Brake Rotor and Drum Machining
• Advanced Crankshaft Balance and Grinding
• Supervised Work Experience
Employment Potential
Students will find the Automotive Machinist program a reliable and thorough training ground for employment in the automotive machinist industry. The program has an excellent reputation with local industries looking for skilled workers and placement of students who complete the program is a top priority. Typical jobs filled by students who have completed this program include working for local automotive machine shops doing cylinder block work, cylinder head work, and tear down/inspection/assembly of automobile engines. Approximate salary range for beginning employees would be $6 to $10 per hour.
Costs
Tuition and fees are approximately $700 per semester for full-time students. Successful completion of two semesters is required to complete the program. Students must purchase their own tools at a cost of between $300 and $500 and books at a cost of about $80.
(All Costs Subject to Change)