Automotive Technology Certificate (ATC)

This program will prepare you for a variety of positions in transportation-related industries. MWCC’s comprehensive program in computerized automotive service technology is not manufacturer specific; the combination of specialized and general training gives students maximum employment flexibility. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, opportunities are expected to be very good for those who complete formal automotive training. The Automotive Technology program has National ASE Certification in the areas of brakes, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, and suspension and steering from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), in accordance with standards developed and recognized by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

Campus/format: A majority of this program can be completed during the day at the Gardner Campus.

Transfer options: This program prepares students for immediate career entry. Some courses may be applied to the Automotive Technology Degree program.

Special requirements: Students are required to purchase safety glasses, safety shoes, and a basic tool set which can cost approximately $2,500. Also, students will be required to enroll in late afternoon classes. Technical standards must be met with or without accommodations.

Career options: Service technician; race team pit crew member; diesel mechanic; shop manager or owner; repair service writer; motorcycle, boat, and small engine mechanic; or other automotive industry career.

Earning potential: $11.96 to $21.56 per hour.

Technical Standards* for ATG, ATC and ATD

*general information about technical standards and accommodation.

Students entering these programs must be able to demonstrate the ability to:

• Comprehend textbook material at the 11th grade level.
• Communicate and assimilate information either in spoken, printed, signed, or computer voice format.
• Gather, analyze, and draw conclusions from data.
• Stand, stoop, and walk for a minimum of three hours.
• Lift 25 pounds to waist high, shoulder high, and above the head.
• Manipulate small objects without dropping or damaging them.
• Determine by touch: hotness/coldness, wetness/dryness, or
• motion/non-motion.
• Distinguish all colors.
• Work indoors in the presence of loud, repetitious noise levels (not to exceed regulatory standards).
• Function in a standard workplace environment that contains monitored hydrocarbons and vehicle emission vapors.

ED Gainful Employment Program Disclosure Information Automotive Technology Certificate (ATC)

This page is designed to provide students with information about the Automotive Technology Certificate (ATC) program offered at Mount Wachusett Community College (OPEID number 002172).

This program is a certificate program with a normal time to completion of 12 months for full-time students who are prepared for college level courses.

This program has been assigned a Course Instructional Program code (or CIP code) of 470604 – Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.

This program prepares students for the following occupations:

• 49-2096.00, Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles – http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-2096.00
• 49-3023.00, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics – http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3023.00

The total tuition and required fees for the entire program completed in normal time is $7,105. This is based on the in-state tuition and fee rates as of July 1, 2012 with normal time completion.

The total estimated cost of books and supplies for the entire program is $1,400.
Mount Wachusett Community College does not currently offer on-campus housing.
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Debt at Program Completion

Data Not Available – fewer than 10 graduates.

Program Completion in Normal Time

Data Not Available – fewer than 10 graduates.

Placement Rates:

Data Not Available – fewer than 10 graduates.