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Program Description
The Automotive Brake Technician certificate is designed to
train students for entry-level employment in the automotive
industry as brake technicians and/or to retrain currently
employed technicians who lack these skills.
Length of Program
Length of program varies with the student’s ability
to schedule classes.
Entrance Date
Students are accepted quarterly.
Entrance Requirements
OTC Placement Exam
Age
16 years of age or older
Education
High School Diploma or GED is not required.
Advisor
An advisor should be consulted prior to enrolling in any course.
A program advisor will be assigned by admissions.
Salary Range
Starting Salary: $6-$8 an hour
Future Earnings: $12-$15 an hour
Job Market
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.
Personal Traits Required
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.
Curriculum
| Course |
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Title |
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Credit
Hours |
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| SCT 100 |
|
Introduction to Microcomputers |
|
3 |
| AUT 120 |
|
Introduction to Automotive Technology |
|
3 |
| AUT 122 |
|
Electrical/Electronic Systems |
|
6 |
| AUT 130 |
|
Automotive Brake Systems |
|
4 |
| |
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|
|
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Total Hours Required |
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16 |
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