Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

The Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician certificate program at South Texas College is a two-to-four-year certificate offered by this public institution in McAllen, TX. Classified under CIP code 47.0604 in the vehicle maintenance and repair technologies field, the program prepares students to diagnose, service, and repair gasoline-powered automobiles and light trucks. Topics typically include engine performance, brake systems, electrical systems, and emissions diagnosis.

South Texas College also offers a shorter one-to-two-year Automotive Mechanics Technology certificate for students seeking a faster entry into the field, along with related programs in Baking and Pastry Arts, Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Construction Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, and Drafting and Design Technology. Students in the two-to-four-year automotive program can expect more comprehensive coverage of vehicle systems and diagnostic procedures aligned with automotive service industry standards.