Automotive Brake Technician, Technical Certificate of Credit
Program Description
The Automotive Brake Technician certificate is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive brake profession.
Program Length
A minimum of 17 credit hours is required for graduation.
A full time student should expect to complete requirements in 2 quarters.
Salary Range
$6-8 per hour Starting Salary
$12-15 Future Earnings
Career Opportunities
With three of every four jobs in today’s market calling for individuals who have technical skills, there are exceptional opportunities for today’s serious students. Your future success is assured if you are prepared to work hard in an area of specialization.
Career Traits/Requirements
An automotive brake technician must like hands on working conditions, be able to follow
specific instructions well, maintain good physical condition, and be mechanically inclined.
Program Courses
Occupational Education
17
AUT 120
Introduction to Automotive Technology
3
AUT 122
Electrical and Electronic Systems
6
AUT 130
Automotive Brake Systems
4
AUT 214
Advanced Electronic Controlled Brake System Diagnosis