Automotive Service Technology

Program Overview

Fuel your career in Tri County Tech’s Automotive Service Technology! Get your hands greasy and dive headfirst into the inner workings of vehicles. Work in a full-scale auto shop on a variety of vehicle makes. You will become a trained professional in engine repair and performance, electrical, steering and suspension systems, automotive air conditioning, and brakes. Auto Service offers a hands-on experience, including live-work projects and specialized tools that will prepare you for the A.S.E Certification exam. Upon completion of the program, graduates will have gained one year of relevant work experience.

“I love how it is almost like a puzzle. Putting stuff back together is a good way to pass the time and focus.” – Spencer S.
★★★★★

Application Deadline


  • Applications are due ONE WEEK before the program starts.

To start or continue your application, .

Morning Program Schedule


Program Dates Program Days Program Time
August 2025 – May 2027 Monday – Friday 8:30am – 11:00am
Program Length Program Instructor
960 Total Hours Richard Herard
In District Cost Out of District Cost Out of State Cost
$2,600 $4,600 $6,500

Afternoon Program Schedule


Program Dates Program Days Program Time
August 2025 – May 2027 Monday – Friday 12:15pm – 2:45pm
Program Length Program Instructor
960 Total Hours Richard Herard
In District Cost Out of District Cost Out of State Cost
$2,600 $4,600 $6,500

Career Opportunities


Electrical System Technician
Engine Performance Technician
Brake Technician
Heating & Air Technician
Fuel System Technician
Automotive Mechanic/Helper
Engine Repair Technician
Suspension Technician
Steering Technician
Parts Specialist
Scan Tool Diagnostics

Certifications


Automotive Service Excellence Student Certification

Program Courses


Suspension, Steering, & Alignment
Automotive Electrical Repair I & II
Scan Test Equipment
Computer Controls
Automotive Brakes I & II
Automotive Engine Rep I & II
Automotive Heat & Air
Engine Performance I & II
Shop Management

Career Data


Our Placement Rate 95%
Median Hourly Earnings* $20.23
Completion/Retention Rate 96.90%

*Information provided by the .

Student Organizations


SkillsUSA

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. We help each student excel. A nonprofit national education association, SkillsUSA serves middle-school, high-school and college/postsecondary students preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service (including health) occupations. To learn more, visit .

College Credit


Wesleyan University and Tri County Tech are both committed to providing high-quality educational programs to their respective constituencies. To learn about college credit opportunities, visit below or .

Financial Assistance


Financial assistance is available through the Tri County Tech Foundation for our Full-Time and many of our Flex programs. After you are accepted into a program, you will receive a financial assistance application. The form must be filled out and turned in with the most recent two months of pay stubs for every working member of your household.

Our main goal for financial assistance at Tri County Tech is to assist financially disadvantaged students who would be unable to get the education they deserve. Assistance consists of grants, scholarships, and employment. An individual might participate in one or more resources, depending upon eligibility and need.

We do not accept funds from FAFSA or PELL.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us!

We’re Here To Help!

Get in touch with Tri County Tech’s enrollment team. You can request more information about a program or financial assistance; ask away!

Randall Jones

Meet Randall.

He’s our Adult Student Success Advisor. He’s a master at helping students find their perfect Tri County Tech program. Randall also works with local businesses in Bartlesville to help students apply to Tri County Tech.

Randall.Jones@TriCountyTech.edu | 918.331.3269

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