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As technology has evolved, so have the cars we drive. In the Automotive Technology program, students prepare for entry-level positions as automotive technicians. Students learn in an active auto service facility that is open to the public and can test for Automotive Service Excellent (ASE) certifications while completing the program. This program is National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)-certified for both secondary and post-secondary levels.
In an active campus auto service facility, students practice all aspects of the profession, from balancing tires to diagnosing engine problems. Using advanced computerized analyzers, students learn diagnostic techniques and perform repairs on engines, transmissions, service fuel injection systems, and much more. Bates' automotive program is certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) for both secondary and postsecondary levels. Bates' Automotive Mechanic program instructors are Evaluation Team Leaders for NATEF and evaluate other programs in the Puget Sound area for NATEF membership eligibility. Instruction is configured according to Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification requirements, and students are encouraged to take one or more ASE certification tests while completing the program.
Certification/license obtained as part of training program
N/A
Certification/license test preparation provided
Instruction is configured according to Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification requirements, and students are encouraged to take one or more ASE certification tests while completing the program.
Data is unavailable for one of several reasons: In some cases, the institution has not provided the Workforce Board with data to independently evaluate program performance. We encourage all schools to provide this data on an annual basis. In other cases, the program joined Career Bridge recently and student data has not been reported yet. In other cases, the program is too small or too new to provide reliable results.
Average number of students who completed each year
7
Gender
Male
84%
Female
16%
Race
American Indian or Alaska Native
3%
Asian
9%
Black or African American
12%
Hispanic
15%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0%
White
56%
Multi-racial
6%
Other
0%
Age
Under 20
15%
20 to 29
44%
30 to 39
31%
40 to 49
8%
50 and over
3%
Prior education
No high school diploma/GED
11%
High school diploma/GED, but no college experience
61%
Some college experience, but no degree
6%
Certificate or AA
11%
BA or higher
11%
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