Automotive Service Technology

Working on the cars and light trucks of today require a serious understanding of the technologies that are part of the modern, sophisticated vehicles.

Delta’s programs will prepare you for the in-demand, highly-technical field of automotive diagnosis and repair. You’ll get skills-focused, hands-on training in state-of-the-art labs as you work on late-model vehicles donated by industry partners. You’ll study everything from the fundamentals to emerging technologies, including hybrid and electric vehicles.

The Delta College automotive service technology programs meet industry standards and are evaluated every five years by the ASE Education Foundation.

Auto courses are based on task lists in all eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas.
Classes are taught through classroom and hands-on lab experiences.
Courses prepare students for ASE certification testing.

Another plus, our program is guided by local employers, who participate in an advisory board. Board members keep our classes aligned with industry changes, often welcoming our students as future employees.

Students use Delta’s tools for lab class training but are usually required to have tools for employment. It may be possible to obtain an educational discount for most well-known brands.

Program details

Delta offers six different auto programs, allowing you to choose which works best for your goals. You can start with an advanced certificate, then apply those courses toward the associate’s degree, or even transfer on to earn your bachelor’s degree.

Degree info

Associate in Applied Science

Automotive Service Technology

Time & credits
6 semesters 63 credits
Course information
In-person/online
Blended
Estimated tuition & fees
$17,808 (in-district) $27,629 (out-of-district) $28,754 (out-of-state)

Advanced Certificate

Automotive Service Technology

Time & credits
4 semesters 48 credits
Course information
In-person/online
Blended
Estimated tuition & fees
$14,984 (in-district) $23,557 (out-of-district) $24,539 (out-of-state)

Advanced Certificate

Automotive Service Technology – Maintenance Light Repair Specialist

Time & credits
2 semesters 24 credits
Course information
In-person/online
Blended
Estimated tuition & fees
$6,438 (in-district) $10,115 (out-of-district) $10,536 (out-of-state)

Advanced Certificate

Automotive Service Technology – Undercar Specialist

Time & credits
3 semesters 36 credits
Course information
In-person/online
Blended
Estimated tuition & fees
$10,462 (in-district) $16,443 (out-of-district) $17,128 (out-of-state)

Advanced Certificate

Automotive - EV/Hybrid Technology

Time & credits
3 semesters 36 credits
Course information
In-person/online
Blended
Estimated tuition & fees
$9,134 (in-district) $14,347 (out-of-district) $14,944 (out-of-state)

Dual Degree - Associate in Applied Science & Associate in Business Studies

Automotive - Dual with General Management

Time & credits
8 semesters 87 credits
Course information
In-person/online
Blended
Estimated tuition & fees
$21,872 (in-district) $33,997 (out-of-district) $35,386 (out-of-state)

Transfer

One of the best things about Delta College is that you can start here and go just about anywhere. We’ve built relationships with lots of colleges and universities to make transferring easy—and you can save a ton of money in the process.

Take a look at the options available in this career field. And don’t forget to talk with your Student Success Advisor about your career goals. They can help you explore the different programs and degree paths that might be right for you, including the Associate in Arts or Associate in Science.

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Job outlook

Interested in a career in automotive service technology? Learn more about our region’s employment outlook and career opportunities you can pursue in this field of study by reviewing the sampling below. Visit Career Coach to search all careers.

“Most of our automotive classes are capped at 12 students. So we have a lot of one-on-one time, a lot of one-on-one interaction with the students.”

Jim Miller Automotive and Heavy Duty Diesel Faculty

Contact us

Program Coordinator Jim Miller, Assistant Professor Business and Technology Division M121 jamesmiller@delta.edu 989-686-9258