Advance your technical expertise and become a go-to problem solver in today’s high-tech
automotive industry.
The Advanced Automotive Services Technician Certificate builds on the foundational
skills gained in the Automotive Services Technician (CTASVT) program, allowing students
to refine and tailor their expertise to align with their specific career goals in
the automotive field. Completion of the CTASVT certificate is required for entry into
this advanced certificate. This program offers specialized training in critical areas
such as Engine Diagnosis and Repair, Heating and Air Conditioning Systems, Engine
Drivability, and Advanced Transmissions. Additionally, students will broaden their
skill set through courses in Applied Auto Body Welding and Alternative Vehicle Fundamentals
and Safety.
The CTASVT and the Advanced Automotive Services Technician (CVASV2) certificates are
both embedded within the Transportation Technologies (APOETT - Auto Services Concentration),
enabling students to achieve valuable credentials as they work toward their degree.
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Career Outlook in Michigan
| Career Title |
Median Salary |
Annual Openings |
| Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics |
$46,840 |
2,538 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers |
$77,179 |
1,465 |
| Automotive Engineering Technicians |
$63,062 |
447 |
What do Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics do?
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Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
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Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges, and computerized diagnostic devices.
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Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.
What skills do Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics have?
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Repairing:
Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
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Troubleshooting:
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
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Critical Thinking:
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Did You Know?
Programs for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics can lead to other interesting professions, including: