Automotive Service Technology II (Braman)
An Exciting, Fast-Paced and Rewarding Career.
Introduction:
Today, automotive technicians use computers and scanners to help diagnose problems in cars. Our Automotive Service Technology Program provides 1,800 hours of training in areas of automotive specialization. In addition, a paid internship provides students with real-world, hands-on experience alongside dealership technicians in the Service Department, Parts Department and Body Shop at Braman Miami. This discipline is taught by ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certified instructors and allows students who complete specific coursework to be qualified for employment or additional specialized training. The purpose of this program is to train students with ASE Certified Instructors on state-of-the-art vehicles.
Career Opportunities:
- Light Duty Service Assistant
- Engine Performance/Repair Technician
- Electrical/Electronic System Technician
- Brake System Technician
- Steering, Suspension and Alignment Technician
- Automatic & Manual DriveTrain Technician or Trans-Axle Technician
- Heating & Air Conditioning Technician
- Automotive Parts Specialist
- Body Shop Specialist/Technician
- Service Manager
- Shop Owner/Operator
Employment Opportunities:
Automotive technicians can work for a dealership, an independent shop, or open their own shop. At the dealership level, opportunities are available for shop foremen, service advisors, or service managers.
Salary:
The average wage for this career in Florida is $36.06 hourly or $75,000 annually.
Completion Requirements:
The entire program is 1800 hours. Certain Adult Education Centers do not offer all components of the program. Full completion of the program may be completed at a Technical College. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):
OCP | COURSE | HOURS |
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OCP A | Automobile Services Assistor | 300 Hours |
OCP B | Engine Repair Technician | 150 Hours |
OCP C | Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Technician | 150 Hours |
OCP D | Manual Drivetrain and Axle Technician | 150 Hours |
OCP E | Automobile Suspension and Steering Technician | 150 Hours |
OCP F | Automotive Brake System Technician | 150 Hours |
OCP G | Automotive Electrical/Electronic System Technician | 300 Hours |
OCP H | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Technician | 150 Hours |
OCP I | Automotive Engine Performance Technician | 300 Hours |
Total Hours: 1800 |
Location & Course’s Schedule:
Automotive Service Technology – Braman is available at the following school (s):
LOCATION | COURSE'S SCHEDULE | |
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Lindsey Hopkins Technical College | Monday - Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. |
Contact Information at the Location:
Additional information can be provided by student services:
LOCATION | COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR | PHONE NUMBER |
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Lindsey Hopkins Technical College (305) 324-6070 | Patricia Estiverne Luis Sanchez Jacques Lucien Rose Jasmin | Ext. 7089 Ext. 7129 Ext. 7039 |