Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Saddleback College, a public institution in Mission Viejo, CA, offers the Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician program as a two- to four-year certificate. This program covers vehicle diagnosis, repair, and maintenance across mechanical and electrical systems, preparing students for careers in automotive service and repair.

The program is part of the vehicle maintenance and repair technologies field (CIP 47.0604). Saddleback College also offers programs in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Web/Multimedia Management, Cosmetology, and Drafting and Design Technology, among others. Students can expect a combination of lab-based hands-on training and technical coursework aligned with industry standards for automotive service technicians.