Northeast MS

CAREER TYPE

Automotive Technology

Automotive service technicians maintain, repair, and inspect cars, light trucks, and other vehicles.

CAREER TYPE KEY FACTS:

Salary Range Potential: Entry Level Wage: $21,379 | Experienced Wage: $44,199

Class Types:

  • N/A

TRAINING CENTER PROGRAMS

Automotive Technology

Automotive Technology provides the graduate with the basic skills and the technical knowledge to diagnose properly and repair late model vehicles, along with problem-solving techniques, and computer diagnosis. Automotive classes/laboratories and academic coursework are taught during the second year of study. Automotive Technology also offers a one-year career certificate program.

Example of Class Types

N/A

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes only

Pre-requisites required:
Applicants must apply for East Mississippi admission and be accepted. This program requires an ACT Score of 16 in the Composite and Math areas as well as a Silver Certificate on the Work keys exam. A passing score of 55% on the BMCT (Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test) is also required. Students are required to furnish their own set of tools while in the training program; a tool list is supplied to the student at registration. Each student will be responsible for purchasing a lab coat to be worn while performing shop activities. An approved list of lab coat options will be provided by the program instructor.

Length of Program
2 years

Summary of Program Requirements
Applicants must apply for East Mississippi admission and be accepted. This program requires an ACT Score of 16 in the Composite and Math areas as well as a Silver Certificate on the Work keys exam. A passing score of 55% on the BMCT (Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test) is also required. Students are required to furnish their own set of tools while in the training program; a tool list is supplied to the student at registration. Each student will be responsible for purchasing a lab coat to be worn while performing shop activities. An approved list of lab coat options will be provided by the program instructor.

Skills Needed
Computer Proficiency, Mechanical, Problem Solving, Motor Skills
East MS Community College
Golden Triangle Campus

Contact
Dale Henry
662-243-1983
dhenry@eastms.edu



 
Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology program is an instructional program that prepares individuals to engage in the servicing and maintenance of all types of automobiles. Instruction includes the diagnosis of malfunctions of all eight areas of ASE/NATEF certification (Engine Repair, Electrical & Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, Brakes, Steering & Suspension Systems, Manual Drive Trains & Axles, Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles, Heating & Air Conditioning).

Example of Class Types

N/A

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes only

Pre-requisites required:
Applicants must meet HCC admission requirements.

Length of Program
2 years

Summary of Program Requirements
Applicants must meet HCC admission requirements.

Skills Needed
Computer Proficiency, Mechanical, Problem Solving, Motor Skills
Holmes Community College
Goodman Campus

Contact
Emily Bennett
662-472-9058
ebennett@holmescc.edu



 
Automotive Technology

At ICC, the Automotive Technology curriculum is designed to give the student a thorough knowledge of the total operation of todays??s automobile. The student studies the technical aspects of diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding, replacing and servicing automobile components and systems. Graduates of the program will possess skills in component diagnosis, removal, repair and replacement; troubleshooting; service, maintenance and management.

Example of Class Types

N/A

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes only

Pre-requisites required:
Applicants must apply and be accepted to ICC.

Length of Program
2 years

Summary of Program Requirements
Applicants must apply and be accepted to ICC.

Skills Needed
Computer Proficiency, Mechanical, Problem Solving, Motor Skills
Itawamba Community College
Tupelo

Contact
Richie Burton
662-620-5153
crburton@iccms.edu
Brad Crowder
662-620-5155
bwcrowder@iccms.edu
 
Automotive Technology

The Automotive Mechanics and Service Technology program provides the graduate with the basic and technical knowledge needed to repair and service automobiles. The graduate learns troubleshooting, computer diagnosis, parts machining, and repair of automobile concepts. The laboratory is designed and operated in a manner similar to that of an actual automotive mechanics business. Students successfully completing program will receive certificates.

Example of Class Types

N/A

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes only

Pre-requisites required:
Applicants must apply and be accepted to NEMCC.

Length of Program
2 years

Summary of Program Requirements
Applicants must apply and be accepted to NEMCC.

Skills Needed
Computer Proficiency, Mechanical, Problem Solving, Motor Skills
Northeast MS Community College
Booneville

Contact
Jerry Palmer
662-720-7261
jwpalmer@nemcc.edu
Greg Hardin
662-720-7400
ghardin@nemcc.edu
 
Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology program, on the Senatobia campus, prepares individuals to become automotive service technicians. These technicians inspect, maintain, and repair automobiles and light trucks that run on gasoline, electricity, or alternative fuels, such as ethanol. They perform basic care maintenance, such as oil changes and tire rotations, diagnose more complex problems, and plan and execute vehicle repairs.

Example of Class Types

N/A

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes only

Pre-requisites required:
Applicant must have a completed application for admission to Northwest. Applicant must: (1) have official copy of ACT or SAT scores (ACT required for Mississippi residents.) with a minimum score of 15 or be eligible to take Intermediate Algebra and English Comp I., (2) provide their own tools, (3) submit an official copy of a transcript from an accredited high school, and (4) CAP program only-Obtain and maintain sponsorship with a qualified Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealership.

Length of Program
2 years

Summary of Program Requirements
Applicant must have a completed application for admission to Northwest. Applicant must: (1) have official copy of ACT or SAT scores (ACT required for Mississippi residents.) with a minimum score of 15 or be eligible to take Intermediate Algebra and English Comp I., (2) provide their own tools, (3) submit an official copy of a transcript from an accredited high school, and (4) CAP program only-Obtain and maintain sponsorship with a qualified Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealership.

Skills Needed
Computer Proficiency, Mechanical, Problem Solving, Motor Skills
Northwest MS Community College
Senatobia

Contact
Jeremy Jarreau
662-562-3389

Kevin Miller
662-562-3391
kmiller@northwestms.edu