Automotive
Technology
Career opportunities, economic rewards, emerging technologies. Automotive technology has it all.
The Automotive Technology program at Northeast State puts you on track with one of today’s most promising careers.
The College’s Advanced Technologies Division offers three A.A.S. degrees in Industrial Technology with concentrations in Automotive Service, Automotive Body/Collision Repair, and Motor Sports. In addition, there are certificates in Auto Body Service Technology and Automotive Service.
Examples of typical Automotive Service job opportunities includes service technician, service writer, assistant service manager, and shop foreman. Auto Body jobs include service technician, estimator, and assistant auto body manager.
Today’s vehicles contain complex computer and electronic systems, and the technicians that work on them have to be highly trained, skilled professionals who are competent in math, science, and computer technology. Communication and management skills are equally important for success in the field.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to grow 9 percent from 2012 to 2022. With some employers reporting difficulty finding workers with the right skills and education, job opportunities for qualified applicants should be very good.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics notes jobseekers who have completed formal postsecondary training programs – especially candidates with training in advanced automotive technology, such as hybrid fuel or computer systems – should enjoy the best job prospects. Those without formal automotive training are likely to face strong competition for entry-level jobs.
The Automotive Service and Motor Sports programs are taught on the College’s main campus in Blountville, while the Automotive Body/Collision Repair program is housed in downtown Kingsport.
The programs feature advanced technology such as a virtual painter which creates a realistic setting that allow students to practice coating techniques and a racing simulator that allows students to experience to look and feel of driving and setting up a race car.
For more information, contact Ernie Morelock at 423.354.2401 or elmorelock @Northeast State.edu.
Northeast State Programs
Automotive Service Certificate
The Automotive Service certificate program prepares individuals as automotive technicians. Topics studied include automotive troubleshooting/maintenance and the repair of engines, drive trains, suspension systems, electrical/electronic systems, emission control systems, and heating/air conditioning systems. All courses in the Automotive Service certificate program will articulate into the Associate of Applied Science degree program in Industrial Technology-Concentration: Automotive Service.
Automotive Service A.A.S. Degree
The Automotive Service program prepares individuals as automotive technicians and as automotive service center managers. Topics studied include automotive troubleshooting/maintenance and the repair of engines, drive trains, suspension systems, electrical/electronic systems, emission control systems, and heating/air conditioning systems. The program is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
Motor Sports A.A.S. Degree
The Motor Sports program prepares individuals for employment in the motor sports automotive service industry as an entry-level technician. With the acquired skills and knowledge gained, individuals will be able to perform regular maintenance to improve performance, to diagnose, and to perform corrective maintenance. Individuals will use state of the art equipment and skills involving manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination. The program is accredited by ATMAE.
Auto Body Service Technology Certificate
The Auto Body Service Technology certificate program prepares individuals with knowledge and skills that will enable them to repair a modern automobile that has been involved in a major or minor collision. After completing the certificate program, the student should be able to repair and replace front end components, body components, doors, frame, and underbody subsystems. All courses in the Auto Body Service Technology certificate program will articulate into the Associate of Applied science degree program in Industrial Technology – Concentration: Automotive Body/Collision Repair.
Auto Body/Collision Repair A.A.S. Degree
The Auto Body/Collision Repair program prepares individuals with knowledge and skills that will enable them to repair a modern automobile that has been involved in a major or minor collision. After completing the program, the student should be able to repair and replace front end components, body components, doors, frame, and underbody subsystems.