The work of an automotive service technician and mechanic has evolved from simply mechanical to high technology.

Today integrated auto electronic systems and complex computers run vehicles and measure their performance while on the road. Automotive service technicians have developed into diagnostic, high-tech problem solvers. Technicians must have an increasingly broad base of knowledge about how vehicles' complex components work and interact, as well as the ability to work with electronic diagnostic equipment and computer-based technical reference materials.

Job Highlights for Auto Mechanics Formal automotive mechanical technician training is the best preparation for these challenging technology-based jobs. Opportunities should be very good for automotive service technicians and auto mechanic with good diagnostic and problem-solving skills and knowledge of auto electronics and mathematics. Automotive service technicians and mechanics must continually adapt to changing technology and repair techniques as vehicle components and systems become increasingly sophisticated.

Listed below are selected automotive schools with a brief description of their programs. For additional information for each school you will have to click on the links below and then fill out the necessary information each school requests.

New York Automotive & Diesel Institute, located at 178-18 Liberty Ave, Jamaica, New York 11433, accessible via both public and private transportation. All classrooms are furnished with appropriate equipment for the effective instruction of students in the Automotive/Heavy Duty Master Certified Automotive Technician and Collision Repair Technician programs. At NYADI, you will learn by using the same state-of-the-art equipment used by General Motors, Ford, Chrysler, Toyota and Caterpillar. Students don't just change parts, they use factory procedures to properly diagnose the problem and "fix it right the first time."

New York Automotive & Diesel Institute

Advanced Technology Institute -- Virginia Beach -- VIRGINIA

Automotive Technology Bumper-To-Bumper Training covering every System ASE/Ford-Plus Training NATEF/ASE Master Certified Auto Tech Training From tires and suspension to computers and diagnostics, you will learn every aspect of automotive maintenance and repair in ATI's NATEF/ASE Master Certified Automotive Technology Programs.

Commercial Driving/Tractor-Trailer ATI is your LOCAL choice to learn Tractor-Trailer Truck Driving. Range, road and classroom in just 8 weeks. Local/Regional/Over-the-Road High-Quality Instruction Small Classes Train Quickly Thousands of EmployersTuition Reimbursement Financing Available

Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Technology Marine Diesels/Ships and Boats Farm Tractors and Equipment Road Construction, Bulldozers and Graders Aircraft Support Equipment ATI's large shop is equipped with engines from 400 to 12,000 pounds, a wide variety of manual and automatic transmissions, complete tractor-trailers, and a full-service fuel injection shop. The rewards are great and the opportunities are plentiful.

Advanced Technology Institute- Virginia Beach

IntelliTec College -- Colorado -- Colorado Springs, Pueblo, and Grand Junction

Automotive Technician

IntelliTec College

Denver Automotive and Diesel College (DADC)

Programs

Associate Automotive Technology Diesel Technology Master Technician

Diploma Automotive Technology Diesel Technology Master Technician

Denver Automotive and Diesel College (DADC)

Lincoln College of Technology -- NEW JERSEY, ILLINOIS, PENNSYLVANIA,

Automotive Diesel and Truck Service Management Diesel and Truck Technology Automotive Service Management Automotive Technology

Locations in: Allentown, PA, Columbia, MD, Grand Prairie, TX, Indianapolis, IN, Mahwah, NJ, Melrose Park, IL, Philadelphia, PA, and Union, NJ.

Lincoln College of Technology

Nashville Auto Diesel College
Established in 1919, Nashville Auto-Diesel College is committed to the success of its students. The first course offered at the school was auto mechanics. Diesel engine training was added in 1935, and Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology was added to the curriculum in 1946. Since 1946, NADC has been approved for veteran's training and about 30 states use the school for the training of the disabled through vocational rehabilitation.

Universal Technical Institute -(UTI)- Motorcycle Mechanics Institute -- Check for your State Location

Universal Technical Institute has two locations in Florida, two locations in Arizona, two locations in California, and locations in Illinois, Massachusetts, North Carolina, Pennyslvania and Texas - all of which offer a wide variety of programs in Automotive, Diesel, Collision, Motorcyle and Marine curricula. Please see each location for specific curricula.

Universal Technical Institute --NASCAR Technical Institute --Motorcycle Mechanics Institute --Marine Mechanics Institute

As an ASE/NATEF Master Certified provider of technical education training, Universal Technical Institute (UTI) provides the training you need for a career as an automotive, diesel or collision repair technician—in as little as a year. Automotive/Diesel and Industrial Technician Training Automotive/Diesel Technician Training Automotive Technician Training Collision Repair & Refinishing Automotive / NASCAR Technician Training

WyoTech -- -- FREMONT -- SACRAMENTO --LONG BEACH, DAYTONA BEACH

Automotive Technology --If your desire is to become a professional technician in the automotive field, WyoTech's Automotive Technology training is comprehensive and up-to-date to prepare you for a career working for companies like Jaguar, BMW, Toyota, Lexus, Ford, General Motors and many more. Our shops provide you with electronic diagnostic equipment and portable driveability dynamometers. This allows all students to see the correct diagnosis and repair procedures for driveability problems. All classrooms are equipped for audio-visual demonstrations.

Chassis Fabrication and High Performance Engines (Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology or Collision and Refinishing Technology) to earn a diploma. Some of the specialty equipment students will use includes a flowbench and a 1600 horsepower engine dyno with nitrous capability. Chassis Fabrication & High-Performance Engines offers a solid foundation in Specialty chassis fabrication, Frame and front suspension design, Cylinder head modifications and more.

Campuses at: Boston, MA Fremont, CA Oakland, CA Sacramento, CA

WyoTech- Fremont
WyoTech - Long Beach
WyoTech - Sacramento
Daytona Beach, Florida

York Technical Institute-- York AND LANCASTER PA.

Motorcycle Technology -- Associate Degree

YTI Career Institute - Motorcycle Technology Center offers real-world training with motorcycle diagnostic and test equipment.

York Techical Institute

Engine City Technical Institute

Engine City Technical Institute is a pure diesel technology school. We've been in business since 1969. Our hands-on diesel training programs prepares students for entry-level positions in a variety of fields related to diesel mechanics. Our small classes average fewer than 20 students and over 50 percent of the training is hands on.

Engine City Technical Institute is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology (ACCSCT)

Engine City Technical Institute

New England Institute of Technology

New England Institute of Technology in Rhode Island is renowned for providing students like you with the hands-on skills they need to succeed. NEIT is an accredited school offering tech focused associate and bachelor's degrees in 28 fields of study. If you're serious about your future, this is the school for you.

Programs in: Autobody Technology --- Automotive Technology

New England Institute of Technology

Lincon Tecnical Institute --

Colorado-- Conn. , Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, New Jersey, Queens NY., Penn., Texas, Nashville TN.

Lincoln Tech offers short-term, career-focused programs for adults looking to get ahead in life. Our instructors understand the demands of the industry and provide hands-on training to prepare you for success in health care, automotive technology, electronics, information technology, HVAC and more.

Lincoln Technical Insitute

Philadelphia Automotive Training

Our mission: train our youth in Automotive Mechanic Technology & Repair as well as Manufacturing & Automation Technicians via hands-on training. We train you to become a technician in Electronics, Robotics, Manufacturing & Automation or Automotive Technology and Repair. In our unique ten (10) week career programs, you obtain industry-recognized training and credentials so that we get you connected to employers who need your skills and training.

Philadelphia Automotive Training

AAI - Arizona Automotive Institute

Since 1968, AAI has graduated & placed thousands of successful graduates in a career for themselves, their families, and their futures. Students can earn their Associate's Degree or Diploma in their chosen field within the Automotive industry. * Day and Evening Classes Available No high school diploma or GED? Inquire about how to get started without it.

AAI - Arizona Automotive Institute

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute --ARIZONA AND FLORIDA CAMPUSES

As a provider of manufacturer-branded technician training programs, The Motorcycle Mechanics Institute (MMI) is supported and equipped by all 5 major motorcycle manufacturers. Harley-Davidson Motor Co. American Honda Motor Co. Inc. American Suzuki Motor Corporation Kawasaki Motors Corp., USA Yamaha Motor Corp., USA MMI’s technical labs are designed to give you the type of hands-on training that will put you in demand in the industry in as little as one year

Motorcycle Mechanics Institute - Orlando
Motorcycle Mechanics Institute - Phoenix