Automotive Technology - Basic Certificate (TRC)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
The automotive technology program gives students the skills and understanding of theory, function, and operations of automotive systems. Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to begin a professional career in the automotive field as automotive technicians, service writers, auto parts personnel, and a variety of other exciting positions.
Established in 2002
CIP: 47-0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Provider Information
Harry S. Truman College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
ASE - Automotive Service Excellence
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: NATFE division of ASE
Education Information
License
32 Weeks ( 640.00 Hours / 20.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $3,140.00 |
| Books | $1,420.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $2,500.00 |
| Total Cost | $7,060.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
Application Procedure
Students must visit an American Job Center to complete standard requirements for obtaining the WIOA grant and complete the FAFSA-Free Application for Federal Student Aid-prior to meeting with the WIOA Coordinator. For appointments, students can contact the WIOA Coordinator in the Student Services Office,located in the Main Building of the Harry S. Truman College campus, at 773-907-4391. Note: Some courses may carry an additional fee.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - 8th grade level
- Reading - 8th grade level
- Writing - Placement Exam: English 101
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes
Performance Data
Program: Automotive Technology - Basic Certificate (TRC)
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
The automotive technology program gives students the skills and understanding of theory, function, and operations of automotive systems. Upon completion of the program, students are prepared to begin a professional career in the automotive field as automotive technicians, service writers, auto parts personnel, and a variety of other exciting positions.
Established in 2002
CIP: 47-0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Provider Information
Harry S. Truman College
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
ASE - Automotive Service Excellence
Quality Assurance
- Illinois State Board of Education
- Industry Standard: NATFE division of ASE
Education Information
License
32 Weeks ( 640.00 Hours / 20.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $3,140.00 |
| Books | $1,420.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $2,500.00 |
| Total Cost | $7,060.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
Application Procedure
Students must visit an American Job Center to complete standard requirements for obtaining the WIOA grant and complete the FAFSA-Free Application for Federal Student Aid-prior to meeting with the WIOA Coordinator. For appointments, students can contact the WIOA Coordinator in the Student Services Office,located in the Main Building of the Harry S. Truman College campus, at 773-907-4391. Note: Some courses may carry an additional fee.
The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
- Math - 8th grade level
- Reading - 8th grade level
- Writing - Placement Exam: English 101
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Day Classes