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Automotive Technology

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Employment, Measurable Skill Gain Leading to a Credential

Method of Delivery

In Person

When offered

Daytime Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. 470604

Description

In this ASE certified program, students use problem-solving skills while learning automotive principles such as engine operation and repair, brakes and front ends, suspension, steering and alignment, computer controls, fuel injection, electrical systems, hear/air conditioning systems and more. To be employable in this career field, individuals should have a clean driving record and no criminal record. Students are given the opportunity to obtain credentials through Oklahoma Department of Career and Technical Education and AYES certification. After successful completion of this program, students may become certified through the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation, NATEF, in eight areas. These areas include brakes, steering and suspension, engine performance, engine repair, manual drive train and axles, automatic transmission, heating/air conditioning and electrical systems. Students also have the opportunity to become certified through the Automotive Youth Educational Systems, AYES, in the above mentioned eight areas.

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

32

Hours

960

Entrance Requirements

None

School

Southwest Technology Center

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

yes

Training Location(s)

711 W. Tamarack, Altus, OK

Local WIB

67 - WestRegion

Name of Credential

Skills Progression

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

Pell Grant, Scholarships

Refund Policy

Yes, If a tuition paying student is dropped or withdraws prior to attending 60% of a semester/trimester, that student will be given a refund based on actual hours attended.  Conversely, a student who withdraws after attending 60% of the semester/trimester will not be entitled to a refund.  The unused portion of any tuition paid in excess of a $20.00 administrative fee will be refunded according to scale as listed on page 22 of Student Handbook.

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - Oklahoma Dept. of Career & Technology Ed.

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

Books (Estimated)

$274.40 Total Program Curriculum

Testing/Exam Fees

$133.18 Total Testing Fees

Graduation Fees

$5.00 Total Graduation Fees

In-State Tuition

$2,400.00 Total Program Tuition

Other Fees

$50.00 Lab fees

Out-of-State/District Tuition

$4,800.00 Total Program Tuition

Total In-State Program Cost

$2,862.58

Total Out-of-State Program Cost

$5,262.58

Demand Occupation(s)

49-3023.00Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
$15.00 per hour

Provider Status

Approved

Address

711 W. Tamarack Rd., Altus, Oklahoma 73521

Phone Number

(580) 477-2250

Fax Number

(580) 477-0138

Web Address

http://www.swtech.edu/portfolio-items/automotive-technology/

Last Updated

Nov 20, 2024

Created

Nov 24, 2004

Renewal

May 18, 2025

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