Automotive Technology
About the Program
The Automotive Center of Excellence offers high-tech training using state-of-the-art instruction, the latest technology and equipment that prepares technicians to troubleshoot complex issues and make repairs.
AWARD TYPES: Associate of Applied Science, Certificate Level 1
AREA OF STUDY: Public Safety, Transportation & Consumer Services
Degrees and Certificates
Learn more about the Degrees and Certificates offered by this program by visiting the HCC Catalog.
View Degrees & Certificates by ProgramProgram Outcomes
STUDENTS WILL BE ABLE TO:
Demonstrate competency in automotive brake and suspension service procedures. Demonstrate competency in automotive automatic and manual transmission service and related systems.
Demonstrate competency in automotive engine repair and replacement service procedures. Demonstrate competency in automotive electrical and electronic systems service and procedure.
Demonstrate competency in automotive airconditioning service and repair. Demonstrate professional work habits and techincal skills necessary for success in the automotive repair industry.
Program Information
General Requirements
The Automotive Technology program and curriculum are certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), 101 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, 703.669.6650 Fax: 703.669.6125, www.natef.org.
Students receiving the AAS degree can look forward to a variety of employment opportunities in the automotive industry as repair technicians, service writers, service managers, shop foremen, and/or business owners. All instructors are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), 101 Blue Seal Drive, SE, Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, www.ase.com
In addition, please note that a student may only earn one Occupational Skills Award (OSA) per academic year.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
Accreditation
The Automotive Technician Program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF) in Maintenance and Light Repair. Founded in 1983 as an independent, non-profit 501(c)(3)organization the mission of the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) is to improve the quality of automotive technician training programs nationwide at secondary and post-secondary, public and proprietary schools. To accomplish this mission NATEF examines the structure, resources and quality of training programs and evaluates them against standards established by the industry. These standards reflect the skills that students must master to be successful in the industry.
Automotive Educational Partnerships
Houston Community College has partnered with Audi and is now offering students online courses. Please contact the Automotive Department at 713-718-8100 for more information.
Houston Community College has partnered with Subaru and is now offering students online courses. A student can earn up to a Level 2 Technician Certificate with the Subaru online training. Please contact the Automotive Department at 713-718-8100 for more information.
Houston Community College has partnered with Toyota TECS and now offers students online courses. Please get in touch with the Automotive Department at 713-718-8100 for more information.
Houston Community College has partnered with Ford ACE and now offers students online courses. Please get in touch with the Automotive Department at 713-718-8100 for more information.
Houston Community College has partnered with AC Delco and now offers students online courses. Please get in touch with the Automotive Department at 713-718-8100 for more information.
Houston Community College has partnered with BG and now offers students online courses. Please get in touch with the Automotive Department at 713-718-8100 for more information.
Houston Community College has partnered with AVI and now offers students online courses. Please get in touch with the Automotive Department at 713-718-8100 for more information.
Employment
There are 14,251 Automotive Master Mechanics employed in the Greater Houston Area. This number is expected to increase by 4.2% over the next four years.
The estimated annual job openings is 550 jobs a year.
Median Wages - $15.65 hourly, $33,000 annually
Texas Education Association (TEA) Industry Based Certification Resource
Texas Education Association (TEA) Industry Based Certification Resource
| Certification Name | TEA Resource Link | Third-Party Certification Agency | Third-Party Certification Agency Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive Technology |
https://tea.texas.gov/sites/default/files | National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) | www.ase.com |
Marketable Skills
Learn more about the marketable skills—skills valued by employers that can be applied in variety of work settings—so you can communicate these to potential employers. Click on the relevant award title below to see descriptions of marketable skills for that area.
Autobody/Collision Repair Technician, C1
Automotive Technology - Technician, A.A.S.
Automotive Technology - Technician, C1
Light Automotive Maintenance, O.S.A.
Career Opportunities
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Resources
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Get in touch
Hugh Mann, Department Chair
Automotive Technology
Automotive Technology Training Center: 713-718-8100
Transportation Center of Excellence: 713-718-2755
Hours of Operation: Mon.-Fri. 8am-5pm