Automotive and Related Technologies
2009 Motorfest at the
SLCC Miller Campus
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Find out more here!
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WHAT IS THE PROGRAM ABOUT? |
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| The automotive technologies program is designed to train students in both domestic and import vehicle diagnosis and repairs. It prepares students to enter into the job market as technicians skilled in all facets of automotive repair. | ||
As an automotive technician student at SLCC you will learn: � Brakes, suspension, steering & alignment � Electrical/electronic systems � Engine performance/drivability � Emission controls � Heating and air-conditioning � Automotive engines � Transmission and drive train systems � Diagnostics and review |
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HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE? |
| The AAS automotive technologies degree is a four-semester program and requires a minimum of 70 hours. |
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST? |
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Tuition and fees are based on the SLCC resident/non-resident tuition schedule. Estimated cost of tools & supplies = $2,000* Estimated cost of books = $720 *Technicians are required to furnish their own hand tools. Employers furnish engine analyzers and specialized test equipment and tools for servicing service units such as automatic transmissions. Click here for a list of required tools. |
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WHAT ARE THE FACILITIES LIKE? |
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SLCC's automotive program is located in two locations on the Larry H. Miller Campus in Sandy.
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SLCC Miller Campus has its own NAPA auto parts center located in the Miller Free Enterprise Center. Faculty, staff and students may call Wayne Smith, at (801) 957-5329 to purchase parts or to schedule an appointment for vehicle repairs. The Miller Campus was donated to Salt Lake Community College by Larry H. Miller, owner of the Utah Jazz, the Salt Lake Bees and a number of automotive related businesses throughout the Intermountain West. |
WHAT IS THE FACULTY LIKE? |
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Brett Baird is the program coordinator and Assistant Professor for Automotive Electrical and Engine Repair. Brett has nine years experience as a journeyman automotive technician. He was the National Director of Technical Training for Tunex, Inc. for 5 years and has 20 years experience as an automotive instructor at SLCC. Brett is ASE master certified and has GM, Ford, Chrysler and Honda certifications. Vince Badger is Assistant Professor of Automotive Steering, Suspension and Brakes. He is also journeyman technician of import and domestic vehicles. He came to SLCC with 6 years experience at Harry Luff Motor Company, one year at Goodyear Tire Company and one year with Granite School District maintenance. He has over 25 years teaching experience with SLCC. |
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES |
 The automotive industry is at the cutting edge of technology and there is a great demand for highly trained, customer-oriented auto technicians.
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AUTOMOTIVE AND RELATED TECHNOLOGIES IS A CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM