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Automotive Technology

Lake Area Technical College

Associate's DegreeAcademic

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Be ready to hit the ground running. When employers advertise for auto repair technicians, they're looking for someone with a solid technical background who has experience using the latest diagnostic equipment. That can be you. Lake Area Tech's Automotive Technology program is tailored to meet those industry demands. Because of that, our graduates are highly successful in obtaining top-notch jobs.

Format

In-Person

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  • South Dakota

    South Dakota

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 49-3023.00

Skills

RepairingTroubleshootingCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringEquipment MaintenanceOperation and ControlJudgment and Decision MakingActive Listening

Knowledge

MechanicalCustomer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsEngineering and Technology

Abilities

Deductive ReasoningManual DexterityProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningFinger DexterityNear VisionArm-Hand SteadinessControl PrecisionOral ComprehensionInformation Ordering

Tasks

  • Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
  • Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyze
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.

Technology

Facilities management softwareInternet browser softwareData base user interface and query softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM software

Tools

2-channel lab scopes3 pound sledge hammers5 pound sledge hammers5-gas emissions analyzersAdjustable wrenchesAir chiselsAir compressorsAir conditioner chargersAir drillsAir hammersAir sandersAir wrenchesAlignment wrenchesAllen wrenchesAlternating current/direct current AC/DC inductive current clamps

Work Values

SupportIndependenceRelationshipsAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOCOccupationMethodWageGrowthOpenings
Match confidence: high49-3023.00Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanicstitle_inference$49,670 median$80,850 top+4.17%3,360
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Associate's Degree)

  • Routine repairs (brakes, suspension, exhaust) — perform independently across common vehicles.
  • Customer concerns from the writeup — translate into accurate diagnostic plans.
  • Common drivability complaints — diagnose with scan tool and basic test equipment.
  • Wheel alignments — perform and document on a range of vehicle types.
  • Belts, hoses, fluids, and seals — service correctly across mileage-based intervals.
  • Electrical complaints (lighting, accessories) — diagnose and repair with reduced oversight.
  • Service writeups for additional needs — communicate clearly with service advisors.
  • Warranty repairs — complete to manufacturer documentation requirements.
  • Quick-service workflow — sustain throughput on a routine day.
  • Apprentice technicians — guide on common procedures and tool use.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
84%
Placement Rate
8%