NCK Technical College

Auto Technology

 
     
 
 
 

 

Auto Technology - Hays campus

Automotive Technology

Two Year Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Description

The Automotive Technology Program provides fundamental knowledge, skills, and training necessary for entry-level employment or career advancement as an automotive technician.

 

In Automotive Technology I students will receive hands-on instruction in Brake Systems, Basic Electrical, Suspension and Alignment, Fuel systems, Engine Theory, Automatic and Manual Drive Transmissions, and Air Conditioning Systems.

If the student chooses to return for Automotive Technology II they will receive in-depth hands-on instruction in application of Strategy-based Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, Preventative Maintenance, Alternative Fuels, and Hybrid Technology.  With emphasis in computer controlled power train systems and multiple computer systems.

 

Automotive Technology-Hays is a fully certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The purpose of a training certification program is to improve the quality of training offered. NATEF does not endorse specific curricular materials nor provide instruction. It does, however, set standards for the content of instruction, which includes tasks, tools and equipment, hours, and instructor qualifications. Program standards are developed based on ASE task lists and are designed to bring training programs to a level at which participants are properly trained for entry level into the industry. Once a training program meets the established standards and goes through the certification process, it can be certified as a program that actually teaches technicians to today's industry standards.

 

Job Titles & Salaries of Past Students Include:

  • Independent Shop Owner/Operator - ($38,000 per year)
  • Service Technician for Dealership - ($36,000 per year in Clay Center and $30,000 per year in Abilene)
  • Service Technician for Independent repair Center - ($46,000 per year in Kansas City and $46,000 per year in Wichita)

These salaries represent beginning salaries of graduates receiving a two year Associate of Applied Science Degree.


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For more information or program questions you can contact: mrathbun@ncktc.edu