Automotive Service Technician
Learn skills necessary for entry-level automotive industry positions such as basic automotive maintenance, repair, and diagnostics. Test, diagnose, and service electrical and mechanical systems and components found in today’s vehicles, including engines, transmissions/transaxles, fuel management systems, steering and suspension systems, climate control systems, brake systems, and hybrids.
Program Outline
Course # | Course Title | Credits |
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3180410100 | Math SkillsDescriptionDevelops skills in using mathematics principles, essential to the technical service and production workplace, through applied learning contexts. Content includes whole numbers, fractions, percent, graphs, and fundamentals of algebra. Corequisite: 1044210300 Print Reading. |
1.00 |
3180410200 | Geometry SkillsDescriptionDevelops skills in using mathematics principles, essential to the technical service and production workplace, through applied learning contexts. Content includes geometry and trigonometry, and tools and techniques for precision measurement. Corequisite: 1044210300 Print Reading. |
1.00 |
3240430100 | Automotive SafetyDescriptionStudent will demonstrate competence in automotive safety. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240430200 | Automotive Service Fundamental ProceduresDescriptionStudent will demonstrate basic automotive service procedures. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240430400 | Electrical PrinciplesDescriptionStudent will summarize electrical principles. his is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair Certification ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240430600 | Automotive Electrical Wire RepairDescriptionStudent will perform basic electrical testing procedures. his is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair Certification ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240430800 | Steering, Suspension, Inspection, and Light RepairDescriptionStudent will inspect, diagnose, and repair steering and suspension systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240440100 | Wheel and Tire ServiceDescriptionStudent will perform diagnosis and repair of wheel and tire systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240431000 | Wheel AlignmentDescriptionStudent will perfrom wheel alignment inspection and repair. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
1044214000 | Intro to Welding TechniquesDescriptionStudents will explore and perform basic welding techniques. |
1.00 |
3240431300 | Battery and Lighting SystemsDescriptionStudent will diagnose, service, and repair automotive battery and lighting systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair Certification ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240431500 | Starting and Charging SystemsDescriptionStudent will diagnose, service, and repair automotive charging and starting systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair Certification ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240431700 | Automotive HVAC SystemsDescriptionStudent will perform general A/C diagnosis and repair. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair Certification ASE G1. |
1.00 |
Course # | Course Title | Credits |
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3189010400 | Professional Skills for SuccessDescriptionThis course provides the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, and understanding of what it takes to become a professional employee. This course will focus on the development the interpersonal skills of emotional intelligence, communication, teamwork, negotiation, conflict resolution, problem solving, and decision making in a professional setting. |
1.00 |
3189010700 | Ethics for the WorkplaceDescriptionThis course offers the opportunity to develop your ability to recognize and make ethical decisions in the workplace. The focus will be on the recognition and development of values. Expansion of ethical values will focus on demonstrating respect through dignity, diversity, and equality while enhancing guiding actions with the principles of confidentiality, honesty, and transparency in business and in conduct towards others. |
1.00 |
3240441500 | Engine Repair Mechanical SystemDescriptionStudent will perform engine mechanical diagnosis procedures. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240442000 | Engine Lubrication SystemsDescriptionStudent will perform diagnosis and repair of the lubrication systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240442500 | Engine Cooling SystemsDescriptionStudent will perform diagnosis and repair of the cooling systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240443000 | Drum BrakesDescriptionStudent will perform diagnosis and repair of drum brake systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240443600 | Disc BrakesDescriptionStudent will perform diagnosis and repair of disc brake systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240432500 | Engine Performance MaintenanceDescriptionStudents will perform general diagnosis and repair procedure of engine performance systems. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair Certification ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240432700 | Manual Drivetrain Fluid Service and RepairDescriptionStudent will perform fluid service and diagnosis and drive shaft & CV shaft diagnosis & repair. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240433000 | Automatic Transmission ServiceDescriptionStudent will perform basic automatic transmission/transaxle diagnosis and fluid service. This is part of the Maintenance and Light Repair ASE G1. |
1.00 |
3240433800 | Automotive Service Professional Simulation 1DescriptionStudents will practice entry-level service technician skills. |
1.00 |
3240434200 | Hydraulic and Mechanical Brake SystemsDescriptionStudent will perform diagnosis and repair of master cylinders, brake lines, brake power assist units, and electronic brake control systems. This is part of the ASE A5 Certification. |
1.00 |
3240436600 | Automotive Occupational OperationsDescriptionStudent will explore automotive occupational operations |
1.00 |
At A Glance
How You'll Learn
On-Campus Labs
Online Classes
Multiple Start Dates
Flexible Pace
Spring/Summer 2025 Start Dates
January 13 | March 10 |
May 19 | June 16 |
Fall 2025 Start Dates
August 25 | October 20 |
What is Competency-Based Education?
Competency-Based Education (CBE) is learning at your own pace by mastering competencies through demonstration. Once all competencies for a program have been assessed and mastered, students will earn a certificate, diploma, or degree.
Program Tuition*
$4,685
Books & Supplies*
$443
*Total cost for degree completion is estimated by current course requirements, books, and supplies. Tuition and fees are set by the Wisconsin Technical College System and subject to change.
Financial Aid Eligible
Potential Indirect Costs
You may experience these additional costs, not charged by Nicolet, estimated based on length of program.
What You'll Learn
- Demonstrate professionalism appropriate for the auto service industry.
- Perform maintenance and light repair of automotive brake systems
- Perform maintenance and light repair of automotive electrical & electronic systems
- Perform maintenance and light repair of automotive steering and suspension systems
Your Potential Careers
- Automotive Service Technician
Median Annual Salary
$38,394 | $39,798 | $39,946 |
Local | State | National |
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