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Automotive Maintenance and General Service

Cuyahoga Community College District

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The Short-Term Certificate in Automotive Maintenance and General Service prepares students for entry level positions in the auto service industry as assistant technicians, maintenance technicians or general service technicians. Training is provided through a combination of classroom instruction and laboratory experience. Program contact: Learn more Financial Assistance funds cannot be applied towards this program. This certificate will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements a

Credits

12 credits

Format

In-Person

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Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Ohio

    Ohio

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 49-3023.00

Skills

RepairingTroubleshootingCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringEquipment MaintenanceOperation and ControlJudgment and Decision MakingActive Listening

Knowledge

MechanicalCustomer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsEngineering and Technology

Abilities

Deductive ReasoningManual DexterityProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningFinger DexterityNear VisionArm-Hand SteadinessControl PrecisionOral ComprehensionInformation Ordering

Tasks

  • Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
  • Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyze
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.

Technology

Facilities management softwareInternet browser softwareData base user interface and query softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM software

Tools

2-channel lab scopes3 pound sledge hammers5 pound sledge hammers5-gas emissions analyzersAdjustable wrenchesAir chiselsAir compressorsAir conditioner chargersAir drillsAir hammersAir sandersAir wrenchesAlignment wrenchesAllen wrenchesAlternating current/direct current AC/DC inductive current clamps

Work Values

SupportIndependenceRelationshipsAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: medium49-3023.00Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicstitle_inference$49,670 median$80,850 top+4.17%3,360
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

  • Routine repairs (brakes, suspension, exhaust) — perform independently across common vehicles.
  • Customer concerns from the writeup — translate into accurate diagnostic plans.
  • Common drivability complaints — diagnose with scan tool and basic test equipment.
  • Wheel alignments — perform and document on a range of vehicle types.
  • Belts, hoses, fluids, and seals — service correctly across mileage-based intervals.
  • Electrical complaints (lighting, accessories) — diagnose and repair with reduced oversight.
  • Service writeups for additional needs — communicate clearly with service advisors.
  • Warranty repairs — complete to manufacturer documentation requirements.
  • Quick-service workflow — sustain throughput on a routine day.
  • Apprentice technicians — guide on common procedures and tool use.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
56%
Placement Rate
53%