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Automotive Systems Technology AAS

Wake Tech Course ID: A60160

The Automotive Systems Technology AAS Degree prepares individuals for employment as automotive service technicians. It provides an introduction to automotive careers and increases student awareness of the challenges associated with this fast and ever-changing field.

The program emphasizes theory, servicing and operation of the following:

  • Engines
  • Brakes
  • Electrical/electronic systems
  • Steering/suspension
  • Automatic transmission/transaxles
  • Manual drive trains
  • Climate control

Classroom and lab experiences integrate technical and academic course work.

Upon completion, students should be prepared to take the ASE exam and be ready for full-time employment in dealerships and repair shops in the automotive service industry.

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Estimated Tuition & Fees
$4,940
Locations
  • Southern Wake Campus
Total Credits
65
NOTE: Tuition listed is for in-state students. Out-of-state tuition is higher.
Tuition is set annually by the State Board of Community Colleges.
Wake Tech charges various fees in addition to tuition, and individual programs also have specific costs associated with them.

Career Outlook


  • Automotive Engineering Technician
    49486.05
    Starting Salary
    73188.38
    Median Annual Wage
    19%
    Growth*
  • First-Line Supervisor of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
    49534.36
    Starting Salary
    74710.09
    Median Annual Wage
    9%
    Growth*
  • Electronic Equipment Installer and Repairer, Motor Vehicles
    46729.74
    Starting Salary
    59218.16
    Median Annual Wage
    -13%
    Growth*
  • Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic
    32720.89
    Starting Salary
    51081.36
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Automotive Glass Installers and Repairer
    42786.14
    Starting Salary
    53483.36
    Median Annual Wage
    20%
    Growth*
  • Automotive Body and Related Repairer
    35726.79
    Starting Salary
    52019.67
    Median Annual Wage
    10%
    Growth*
  • Tire Repairer and Changer
    30201.73
    Starting Salary
    36122.79
    Median Annual Wage
    11%
    Growth*
  • Electrical and Electronic Installer and Repairer, Transportation Equipment
    67878.64
    Starting Salary
    94524.07
    Median Annual Wage
    17%
    Growth*
  • Maintenance and Repair Worker, General
    35564.15
    Starting Salary
    49489.45
    Median Annual Wage
    12%
    Growth*
  • Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspector, Except Aviation
    64085.44
    Starting Salary
    81151.30
    Median Annual Wage
    9%
    Growth*
  • Cleaner of Vehicles and Equipment
    20705.99
    Starting Salary
    31926.71
    Median Annual Wage
    13%
    Growth*
Wake County USA *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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