This is a 270-hour pre-requisite course to the other automotive programs offered. it is 75% theory and 25% hands on lab instruction. Participation in this class may be waived by passing an entrance exam at any one of our testing centers with an 80% score or better, or by having obtained the G1 certification by ASE prior to enrollment. A determination may also be made by attending an instructor interview, if you have prior industry experience and the instructor determines your level of automotive knowledge is sufficient for success in the A series programs.
Automotive service technicians and mechanics, often called service technicians or service techs, inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks. Service technicians work on traditional mechanical components, such as engines, transmissions, belts, and hoses. However, they must also be familiar with a growing number of electronic systems. Braking, transmission, and steering systems, for example, are controlled primarily by computers and electronic components. Maintenance and Light Repair gives students a solid foundation in a variety of areas within the automotive industry including:
Shop and Personal Safety
Engine Repair
Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
Manual Drive Train and Axles
Suspension and Steering Systems
Brakes
Electrical Systems
Heating and Air Conditioning
Engine Performance
Customer Service and Professionalism
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 2019 opens April 23, 2019 at 8:00 am online on the MTECH Registration Portal and remains open until classes are full. It is recommended to create your MTECH Student Portal account in advance.
Program Length: 270 Hours. This works out to be approximately 90 calendar days not including weekends and holidays.
Times: Mornings, Afternoons and Evenings. See schedule details below.
Locations: MTECH Lehi Main and Spanish Fork Campuses
Financial Aid Eligible: This program is not eligible for Financial Aid or Veterans Assistance.
Prerequisites
High School Students: Students should coordinate with home high school counselors prior to registration.
Entrance Assessment: Students must take the MTECH Entrance Assessment. The Entrance Assessment is free and takes about an hour to complete. No appointment is necessary. To learn more visit mtec.edu/testing.
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.
Students must have a valid Driver's License
Schedule
| Session | Location | Start Date | End Date | Start Time | End Time | Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 19 | Lehi | 8/20/19 | 12/20/19 | 11:30 am | 2:30 pm | M-F |
| Fall 19 | Spanish Fork | 8/20/19 | 12/20/19 | 7:45 am | 10:45 am | M-F |
| Fall 19 | Spanish Fork | 8/20/19 | 12/20/19 | 11:45 am | 2:45 pm | M-F |
| Spring 20 | Lehi | 1/13/20 | 5/21/20 | 11:30 am | 2:30 pm | M-F |
| Spring 20 | Lehi | 1/13/20 | 5/21/20 | 6:00 pm | 10:00 pm | M-Th |
| Spring 20 | Spanish Fork | 1/13/20 | 5/21/20 | 7:30 am | 10:30 am | M-F |
| Spring 20 |
Spanish Fork |
1/13/20 | 5/21/20 | 11:45 am | 2:45 pm | M-F |
Tuition and Fees
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Fee | $40.00 | |
| Program Fees | $150.00 | Includes facilities fee |
| Tuition | $567.00 | |
| total: | $757.00 | All tuition and fees are due at the time of registration. |
Materials and Supplies
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Textbook | $67.00 | |
| Workbook | $37.00 | |
| Shop Workshirt | $25.00 | |
| Toolkit | $150.00 | Details first day of class |
| Safety Glasses | $10.00 | |
| total: | $289.00 |