Gateway’s Automotive Technology program provides instruction on the various automotive systems, including engine, fuel, onboard computer, transmission, steering, suspension, and brake. Our program focuses on skills necessary for a successful automotive technician and knowledge required for efficient customer service and for interpreting, identifying and selling parts (parts/service writer).
Gateway participates in the Toyota Technical Education Network (T-TEN) established by the automaker to attract, develop and retain more highly skilled technicians. Through Gateway, the T-TEN program offers training that can lead to employment at Toyota and Lexus dealerships. Students must meet rigorous graduation requirements. The program offers several completion options, as well as financial aid, internships and co-op opportunities. For specific information, visit www.t-ten.com.
About T-TEN
T-TEN is a world-renowned technical training program with a proven record of placing thousands of Toyota and Lexus certified technicians in well-paid dealership positions.
Toyota, Lexus and Scion dealerships across the country need thousands of well-trained technicians to keep up with the demands of their service departments. Toyota created T-TEN to help aspiring technicians get the training they need to quickly fill those positions and begin interesting and rewarding careers.
T-TEN is a partnership among Toyota, community colleges and vocational schools, and Toyota and Lexus dealerships across the country. Together, they provide state-of-the-art automotive training in both a classroom and dealership setting. As a T-TEN student, you will learn-and earn-in a supportive environment while receiving instruction from factory-trained teachers and
guidance from dealership mentors. You will graduate from the program with the confidence,
skills and certifications needed to launch yourself on a challenging and profitable career.
- Earn a Great Income
- Have Job Security
- Work with a Skilled Team
- Work with Innovative Technology
Diploma
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Automotive Technician
General Education:
Mathematics................................................................................ 3
Science........................................................................................ 3
Writing/Accessing Information.................................................... 3
OR
WPP 200 Workplace Principles........................................................ (3)
TEC 200 Technical Communications............................................... (3)
General Education Total 9
The following courses may be used for six of the nine credits if a diploma is sought. The following
courses will not count toward the AAS degree.
Technical Core:
ADX 120 Basic Automotive Electricity AND...................................... 3
ADX 121 Basic Automotive Electricity Lab OR................................... 2
BEX 100 Basic Electricity for Non-Majors AND............................. (3)
BEX 101 Basic Electricity Lab for Non-Majors................................ (2)
ADX 150 Engine Repair....................................................................... 3
ADX 151 Engine Repair Lab................................................................ 2
ADX 170 Climate Control................................................................... 3
ADX 171 Climate Control Lab............................................................. 1
ADX 260 Electrical Systems................................................................ 3
ADX 261 Electrical Systems Lab.......................................................... 2
AUT 110 Brake Systems...................................................................... 3
AUT 111 Brake Systems Lab............................................................... 2
AUT 130 Manual Transmissions.......................................................... 3
AUT 131 Manual Transmissions Lab................................................... 2
AUT 140 Basic Fuel and Ignition Systems............................................ 3
AUT 141 Basic Fuel and Ignition Systems Lab..................................... 2
AUT 142 Emission Systems................................................................. 3
AUT 143 Emission Systems Lab.......................................................... 2
AUT 160 Suspension and Steering........................................................ 3
AUT 161 Suspension and Steering Lab................................................. 2
AUT 180 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...................................... 3
AUT 181 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Lab............................... 2
COE 199 Cooperative Education OR................................................... 1
AUT 198 Practicum.......................................................................... (1)
AUT 240 Computer Control Systems and Diagnosis............................. 3
AUT 241 Computer Control Systems and Diagnosis............................. 2
CPU 150 Computer Fundamentals OR................................................ 3
CIS 100 Introduction to Computers................................................ (3)
Subtotal Credits: 58
Total Credits: 67
Certificates
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Automotive Air Conditioning Mechanic
ADX 170 Climate Control................................................................... 3
ADX 171 Climate Control Lab............................................................. 1
Total Credits 4
Automotive Electrician
ADX 120 Basic Automotive Electricity AND...................................... 3
ADX 121 Basic Automotive Electricity Lab OR................................... 2
BEX 100 Basic Electricity for Non-Majors AND.............................. (3)
BEX 101 Basic Electricity Lab for Non-Majors................................ (2)
ADX 260 Electrical Systems................................................................ 3
ADX 261 Electrical Systems Lab.......................................................... 2
Total Credits 10
Manual Transmission/Drive Train Technician
AUT 130 Manual Transmissions.......................................................... 3
AUT 131 Manual Transmissions Lab................................................... 2
Total Credits 5
Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Technician
AUT 180 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle...................................... 3
AUT 181 Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Lab............................... 2
Total Credits 5
Brake Repairer
AUT 110 Brake Systems...................................................................... 3
AUT 111 Brake Systems Lab............................................................... 2
Total Credits 5
Engine Repairer
AUT 150 Engine Repair....................................................................... 3
AUT 151 Engine Repairer.................................................................... 2
Total Credits 5
Front End Mechanic
AUT 160 Suspension and Steering........................................................ 3
AUT 161 Suspension and Steering Lab................................................. 2
Total Credits 5
Tune-up Mechanic
ADX 120 Basic Automotive Electricity............................................... 3
ADX 121 Basic Automotive Electricity Lab......................................... 2
ADX 260 Electrical Systems................................................................ 3
ADX 261 Electrical Systems Lab.......................................................... 2
AUT 140 Basic Fuel and Ignition Systems............................................ 3
AUT 141 Basic Fuel and Ignition Systems Lab..................................... 2
AUT 142 Emissions Systems................................................................ 3
AUT 143 Emissions Systems Lab......................................................... 2
AUT 240 Computer Control Systems and Diagnosis............................. 3
AUT 241 Computer Control Systems and Diagnosis Lab...................... 2
Total Credits 25
Automotive service technicians and mechanics held about 803,000 jobs in 2004. The majority worked for automotive repair and maintenance shops, automobile dealers, and retailers and wholesalers of automotive parts, accessories, and supplies. Others found employment in gasoline stations; home and auto supply stores; automotive equipment rental and leasing companies; federal, state, and local governments; and other organizations. About 16 percent of service technicians were self-employed, more than twice the proportion for all installation, maintenance, and repair occupations.
(Source: DOL Occupational Outlook Handbook 2006-2007)
Service technicians earn good salaries and benefits. Average annual income for entry-level technicians is $28,000, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association. Skilled, experienced technicians earn an average of $66,000.
Technician pay and benefits vary by market area and from dealership to dealership. Many dealerships offer health insurance, 401(k) plans and other benefits.
Technicians are in demand nationwide. Their skills are portable and can't be outsourced overseas.
Look up the median annual base salary In Northern Kentucky for occupations related to this program at
www.Salary.comCurriculum in the KCTCS system is constantly being reviewed, improved and updated to ensure quality and relevance. Exact course requirements will be provided by a program advisor at an advising session or upon enrollment. Courses listed in this document are representative, but not binding on Gateway College.
