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Automotive Systems Technology AAS Degree

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
$4,940.00
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
    46427.01
    Starting Salary
    68482.48
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • First-Line Supervisor of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
    48326.63
    Starting Salary
    78143.99
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
  • Electrical and Electronic Installer and Repairer, Transportation Equipment
    49483.20
    Starting Salary
    82721.60
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
  • Electronic Equipment Installer and Repairer, Motor Vehicles
    31649.45
    Starting Salary
    47909.46
    Median Annual Wage
    -16%
    Growth*
  • Automotive Glass Installers and Repairer
    32546.11
    Starting Salary
    46420.54
    Median Annual Wage
    7%
    Growth*
  • Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic
    30025.05
    Starting Salary
    46851.36
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Maintenance and Repair Worker, General
    33496.82
    Starting Salary
    48489.61
    Median Annual Wage
    8%
    Growth*
  • Tire Repairer and Changer
    29177.11
    Starting Salary
    36996.11
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Automotive Body and Related Repairer
    34129.41
    Starting Salary
    50150.25
    Median Annual Wage
    5%
    Growth*
  • Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspector, Except Aviation
    40007.19
    Starting Salary
    85628.44
    Median Annual Wage
    6%
    Growth*
  • Cleaner of Vehicles and Equipment
    25134.98
    Starting Salary
    35002.05
    Median Annual Wage
    10%
    Growth*
USA Wake County *Estimated job growth over 10 years.
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