Automotive Service Technology - Jackson Community College

Automotive Service Technology from Jackson Community College is a Campus Associate Automotive degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Designed for the student preparing for a career in the automotive field. Classroom activities provide students an opportunity to learn theory and test-taking skills to successfully pass the Michigan and/or ASE certification examinations. Shop activities provide students an opportunity to become proficient in testing, diagnosing and servicing the various systems of the automobile . All eight areas of an automotive certification are thoroughly covered, and when combined with general and related courses, lead to an Associate in Applied Science degree . This provides the background for employment and advancement in various automotive-related occupations such as service technician , service writer, service manager, proving grounds testing technician, shop owner, parts specialist, automotive machinist, alternate fuel vehicle technician , technical sales and motor sports. As part of the Ford Maintenance and Light Repair network, our Ford corporate-sponsored connection, students have the option to enter into the Ford MLR program. This prepares students to work as a technician in Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealerships. These students take the same automotive classes as other students with some important differences. Ford MLR students concentrate on electrical systems, climate control, brakes, and suspension and steering. They utilize Ford training materials including service manuals, electrical/vacuum troubleshooting manuals, technical service bulletins, use Ford- approved tools and equipment, work on Ford automobiles/light trucks and use Ford web-based training with exit tests. Upon successful completion of the courses, students are Ford certified with Service Technician Specialty Training credentials. With these credentials students will receive assistance in obtaining Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealership placement to work in the areas of certification. View more details on Jackson Community College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Automotive courses.