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Salt Lake Technical College

Automotive Undercar Specialist

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The automotive industry is at the cutting edge of technology and there is a great demand for highly trained, customer-oriented auto technicians. Skills in automotive technology, diagnosis and repair open the doors to a multitude of jobs throughout the state and nation.

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Changes to the SLTECH Registration Process!
Contact the Academic Advising Office at 801-957-4978 or academicadvising@slcc.edu to learn more about how these improvements may affect you.

CREDIT HOURS

24 Hours

 

ESTIMATED COST*

$2,376

 

CERTIFICATE ACHIEVED

CP

 

Tuition is subject to change without notice. Additional fees may be required.

Enrollment Steps
Step 1: Apply for Admission
Complete your admissions application. Once you receive your student number (S#), proceed to Step 2.

Step 2: Meet with Your Academic Advisor
Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call) with an Academic Advisor to verify your program of study & find out about placement testing requirements. Contact the Academic Advising Office:
Phone: 801-957-4978 or
Email: academicadvising@slcc.edu
Online: Schedule Appointment

Step 3: Placement Testing(if required)
For Certificate Programs: Schedule your CASAS Test
For Degree Programs (AS, AAS, Apprenticeship):
Schedule the SLCC Math and Reading Placement
Once your placement test is completed. Contact your advisor to plan your course schedule and to register.

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  • Completers will obtain Automotive Engine Repair entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards
  • Completers will obtain Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards
  • Completers will obtain Automotive Manual Drive Train and Axles entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards
  • Completers will obtain Automotive Suspension and Steering entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards
  • Completers will obtain Automotive Brakes entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards
  • Completers will obtain Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards
  • Completers will obtain Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards
  • Completers will obtain Automotive Engine Performance entry level employment skills in accordance with ASE-EF standards

OCCUPATIONS

Automotive Technicians & Repairers

Entry-Level Wage: $14.32

Median Wage: $22.24

Monthly Openings: 149

Occupational Data, 2024, Salt Lake County, Lightcast Economic Modeling

Required Courses (24 Credits)

Course
Title
Credit Hours
Semester
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1010
Title Automotive Technician Safety & Shop Practices
Clock Hours 2
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1050
Title Introduction to Automotive Service
Clock Hours 2
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1100
Title Automotive Engine Repair I
Clock Hours 2
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1140
Title Automotive Suspension & Steering I
Clock Hours 2
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1150
Title Automotive Braking Systems I
Clock Hours 2
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1160
Title Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems I
Clock Hours 2
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1210
Title Automotive Engine Repair II
Clock Hours 3
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1240
Title Automotive Suspension & Steering II
Clock Hours 3
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1250
Title Automotive Braking Systems II
Clock Hours 3
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite
Course TEAU 1270
Title Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning
Clock Hours 3
Semester Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite

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