ASE identifies Engine Repair (A1) as an individual service area for certification. This can be taken as a standalone program or as part of the full Automotive Technology program. The engine repair program involves theory and hands on training the following study areas:
- Safety training, electrical fundamentals, General Engine Diagnosis
- Cylinder Head and Valve Train Diagnosis and Repair, Engine Block Diagnosis and Repair, Lubrication and Cooling Systems Diagnosis and Repair,Fuel, Electrical, Ignition and Exhaust Systems Diagnosis and Repair
- Manufacturer web-based training
ASE practice testing will be conducted in class, and the ASE A1 Certification Exam at an independent testing facility at the conclusion of the course.
- Automotive Engine Repair
- Program Hours: 150 hours
- Campus Location: Lehi and Spanish Fork.
Certificates and Licensures
- MTECH Program Certificate in Engine Repair
- Program Certification in ASE A1 Engine Repair
Program Snapshot
Registration Eligibility: Adults and high school students who are age 16 and older and at least a junior in high school.
Registration Availability: Registration for Fall 2020 opens June 24, 2020 at 8:00 a.m. online on the MTECH Student Portal and remains open until classes are full. It is recommended to create your MTECH Student Portal account in advance.
Program Length: 150 Hours. This works out to be approximately 50 calendar days not including weekends and holidays.
Times: Mornings and Afternoons. See schedule details below.
Locations: MTECH Lehi Main, Lehi Trades and Tech and Spanish Fork Campuses.
Financial Aid Eligible: This program is not eligible for Financial Aid and Veterans Assistance.
Prerequisites
Entrance Assessment: Students must take the MTECH Entrance Assessment. The Entrance Assessment is free and takes about an hour to complete. To learn more visit mtec.edu/testing.
High School Students: Students should coordinate with home high school counselors prior to registration. After completing the Entrance Assessment and the Maintenance & Light Repair pre-requisite course, high school students may take any classes available that fit their schedule. Some programs are not a semester long, and students will need to take 2 individual programs to fill a semester.
MTECH Counselor: Students enrolling in this program must meet with an MTECH Academic and Career Counselor prior to registration. High School students are encouraged to be accompanied by a parent. To schedule an appointment please visit mtec.edu/counseling.
New Student Orientation: Students must complete the brief MTECH New Student Orientation prior to first day of class. To learn more visit mtec.edu/nso.
G1 Maintenance And Light Repair Course Completed with a B- or better prior to enrollment. This May Be Waived By Completion of the MLR Challenge Test in the Testing Center with a score of 80% and above, and either the completion of High School Auto Class, Auto Fundamentals, or adequate work experience.
All students must have a valid driver’s license.
Schedule
Session | Location | Start Date | End Date | Start Time | End Time | Days |
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Spring 2021 | Lehi Tech and Trades | 3/15/21 | 5/20/21 | 7:20 AM | 10:36 AM | M-F |
Spring 2021 | Spanish Fork | 3/15/21 | 5/20/21 | 7:20 AM | 10:36 AM | M-F |
Tuition and Fees
Item | Cost | Notes |
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Registration Fee | $40.00 | |
Facilities Fee | $50.00 | |
Program Fees | $195.00 | Fees include one (1) A3 test administered by 3rd party testing facility. |
Tuition | $315.00 | |
total: | $600.00 | All tuition and fees are due at the time of registration. |
Materials and Supplies
Item | Cost | Notes |
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Thompson Automotive Technology a Systems Approach, 7th Ed. | $111.00 | ISBN: 9781337794213 |
Engine Repair NATEF Standard Job Sheets | $56.00 | ISBN:9781111646974 |
Shop Workshirt | $25.00 | Students only need one shirt. They will not be charged for a shirt if they have one from a previous MTECH Auto class. |
Toolkit | $150.00 | A detailed list will be distributed on the first day of instruction. |
Safety Glasses | $10.00 | |
total: | $352.00 | |
ASE Certification Exams | $37.00 per exam |
Optional - paid directly to ASE at time of testing |