Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair - Level 1 | WTCS

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Career Area: Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Technical Diploma
Program Number: 30-404-1
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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair - Level 1 Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

  • Automotive Technician
  • Automotive Mechanic
  • Quick Lube Technician
  • Parts Specialist

Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair - Level 1 Programs

You can be ready for an entry-level position at a repair shop, dealership, or service station after earning this technical diploma. It covers eight areas of automotive maintenance with an emphasis on learning by doing. The program provides training in diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing heating and cooling systems, shop safety, wheel balancing, vehicle safety, and shop management. You will also learn techniques to develop good study habits and improve personal effectiveness.

Build upon these foundational skills by continuing with Western's Automotive Service Technician - Level 2 technical diploma.

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