Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

The Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician certificate program at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is a two- to four-year certificate offered by this public institution in Perkinston, MS. The program is part of the automotive mechanics technology field (CIP 47.0604) and trains students in diagnosing, servicing, and repairing passenger vehicles and light trucks using current automotive technology and tools.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College offers a range of related technical programs, including Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology, Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology, Marine Maintenance/Fitter and Ship Repair Technology, Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology, and Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology. Automotive technology students can expect training in engine systems, electrical diagnostics, brakes, steering, suspension, and alignment, consistent with industry standards and manufacturer training guidelines.