The Automotive Technology Department at Fullerton College is committed to preparing students for employment in the automotive service and repair industry.

Students learn to diagnose malfunctions and perform proper vehicle repairs. Offering ‘hands-on” learning, students train in high-tech equipment, training aids, lab vehicles, and also service customer cars. Students fill repair orders following the guide for the Automotive Repair Dealers “Write It Right,” which includes the three C’s (Concern, Cause, and Correction). The Automotive Technology Program curriculum is flexible and accommodates students during either fall or spring semesters. Students also can gain work experience in automotive repair shops or dealerships while attending classes. Programs and instructors are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). The Automotive Technology Program is certified by the State of California Bureau of Automotive Repair to teach Smog-Check licensing courses.

DEGREES

  • Automotive Chassis Specialist: Certificate
  • Automotive Management: Certificate
  • Automotive Technology: Associate in Science, Certificate
  • Emission Control Specialist: Certificate
  • Engine Performance Specialist: Certificate
  • Manual Drive Train Specialist: Certificate

CAREERS

  • Automotive Specialist Technician
  • Automotive Parts Sales
  • Automotive Body and Related Repairers
  • Automotive Sales Representative
  • Automotive Master Mechanic

HOW TO APPLY

  • Apply online at fullcoll.edu
  • Apply for financial aid: fafsa.ed.gov
  • Take the online orientation
  • Take assessment exam
  • Meet with a Counselor
  • Update Personal info in My Gateway
  • Register for classes
  • Pay fees

SALARY RANGE: $24,860–$101,720 Per Year

JOB OUTLOOK:Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 6 percent from 2016 to 2026, about as fast as the average for all occupations. The number of vehicles in use is expected to continue to rise. More entry-level service technicians will be needed to perform basic maintenance and repair, such as replacing brake pads and changing oil, on these vehicles. New technologies, however, such as electric vehicles, may limit future demand for automotive service technicians and mechanics because these vehicles will be more reliable and thus require less frequent maintenance and repair.

FACULTY

David Lopez
714.992-7564
dlopez@fullcoll.edu

Charles Zepeda
714.992.7563
czepeda@fullcoll.edu

 

John Farley
714.992.7562
jfarley@fullcoll.edu

Robert Maine
714.992.7590
rmaine@fullcoll.edu