Automotive Technology

Today’s garage is not like your grandfather’s garage.

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Launch your career with our Automotive Technology program. As today’s vehicles become more advanced, skilled technicians are in high demand—and this program prepares you to meet that need. Train in a fully operational, public-facing auto service facility where you’ll gain hands-on experience diagnosing issues, performing repairs, overhauling engines and transmissions, and working with advanced computerized diagnostic tools. Aligned with Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards and certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), this program equips you with the skills and credentials employers value. You’ll also have the opportunity to earn ASE certifications while completing the program, giving you a competitive edge as you enter the workforce.

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Jason Carroll, Program Career Advisor

253.680.7410

Mike Clark, Instructor

253.680.7592

Chuck Athey, Instructor

253.680.7115

Program Information

Degrees & Certificates:

  • Associate of Applied Science: Automotive Technology
  • CIP: 47.0604

Program Lengths:

  • AAS program degree length: 8 Quarters

Location/Hours

South Campus

7:30AM – 4:00PM

Note: Information is accurate as of its original posting date. The college reserves the right to edit, change, or update information as needed throughout the year. Up-to-date information is available in Student Services.

Tuition and Fees

At Bates, our tuition is affordable and there are options to help make it even easier to gain an education. Federal aid is available for many of our students. Scholarships are also available through the Bates Foundation.

See if you qualify for other funding through our special funding programs with the Workforce Education office.

No accreditation or related information have been provided.

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