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Automotive Master Mechanics

Education

Automotive technology is rapidly growing in sophistication, and employers are increasingly looking for workers who have completed a formal training program in high school or in a postsecondary vocational school or community college. Acquiring National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification is important for those seeking work in large, urban areas.

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Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $3,481.00 per year

Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $5,123.00 per year

Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $3,675.00 per year

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies, General. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $4,623.00 per year

High Performance and Custom Engine Technician/Mechanic. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $7,709.00 per year

Military Training

Job training consists of classroom instruction. Training length varies depending on specialty. Further training occurs on the job and through advanced courses. Course content typically includes:

  • Engine repair and tune-up
  • Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical problems
  • Repairing and replacing body panels, fenders, and radiators

General Qualifications

The ability to diagnose the source of a problem quickly and accurately requires good reasoning ability and a thorough knowledge of automobiles. Many technicians consider diagnosing hard-to-find tr...

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Knowledge

  • Mechanical
  • Engineering and Technology
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • English Language

Most Common Education Levels

The level of education attained by people currently working in this career.

Most Common Education

Schools with the Highest Enrollment for Featured Major

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School
Number of Students
Houston Community College
89,207
Lone Star College System
80,015
Northern Virginia Community Co...
72,563
Austin Community College District
70,326
Tarrant County College District
70,074
College of Southern Nevada
62,748
Pima Community College
61,012
East Los Angeles College
60,651
Broward College
56,337
American River College
55,644