The Automotive Service Technology program allows students to gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on training in automotive repair.  Our program currently holds certification from and adheres to National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) curriculum standards.  Students can sit for ASE certifications in eight different areas.

This program features instruction in with an emphasis on automotive diagnosis, inspection, adjustments and service. In addition, students are taught to test, diagnose, service and replace electronic controls, fuel injection components and accessories, air conditioning units, lighting circuits, and safety and warning devices.

High school students may begin the Automotive Services Technology program by taking classes concurrently with their regular studies and earn credit toward a certificate of proficiency which will apply to the technical certificate and associate of applied science degree.

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Hands-on Learning Opportunities

•  Internships
• Students work on vehicles accepted for repair in the shop/lab.

  Skills You Will Learn

  • Diagnose and repair automotive brake system
  • Diagnose and repair automotive chassis and steering
  • Diagnose mechanical gasoline engine problems
  • Essential skills (customer excellence)
  • Operate automotive diagnostic equipment
  • Operate electronic automotive service manuals
  • Proper use of automotive tools
  • Recognize automotive electronic components
  • Repair automotive electrical systems
  • Repair automotive gasoline engines
  • Repair/diagnose automotive drivability complaints
  • Safety compliance

Students living in states bordering Arkansas receive in-state tuition.

Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. The Arkansas Tech University school code to use on the FAFSA is 001089.

The AR Futures grant could cover your expenses for this credential. Check credential eligibility. 

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You could work as a(n):

• Dealership technician
• Heavy equipment technician
• Parts store specialist
• Performance shop technician

Alumni of our program work at:

• Air National Guard
• ARDOT
• City of Fort Smith
• Cogswell Ford
• Hug Chevrolet

View the links below to better understand the courses, the course timeline, and who your faculty will be when you enroll as an ATU student.

• Academic Catalog
• Learning Outcomes

Credentials that stack with this degree:

• Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Service Technology
• Bachelor of Applied Science
• Bachelor of Professional Studies
• Technical Certificate

 

additional program information

The Automotive Service Technology program allows students to gain in-depth knowledge and hands-on training in automotive repair.  Our program adheres to National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) curriculum standards, preparing students for entry-level employment in the automotive repair industry. 

CERTIFICATIONS 

The Automotive Service Technology program currently holds certification from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), and offers courses in all eight certification areas.  Students can take examinations and earn ASE Student Certification in each of these areas.

This program features instruction in with an emphasis on automotive diagnosis, inspection, adjustments and service. In addition, students are taught to test, diagnose, service and replace electronic controls, fuel injection components and accessories, air conditioning units, lighting circuits, and safety and warning devices.

 

 

program faculty

 

Bobby Sewell Program Chair Shop Complex Technology and Academic Support Building 1700 Helberg Lane Ozark, AR 72949 (479) 508-8500 ext. 6600 bsewell@atu.edu

Gary Donberger Instructor Shop Complex Technology and Academic Support Building 1700 Helberg Lane Ozark, AR  72949 (479) 508-8500 ext. 6600 gdonberger@atu.edu