If you like to work with your hands and your head, have a burning desire to know how things work and have a knack for solving problems, you may have what it takes to be an automotive technician in today’s workforce.

Training in DCCCD’s Automotive Technology program can provide the skills you need to jump-start your automotive career.

Our automotive program prepares you for entry-level employment as an automotive technician. This program reflects a building-block approach from simple to complex skills, covering theory, diagnosis, and repair and maintenance of automobiles, including late-model vehicles with electronic systems. We emphasize operational theory, practical skills and accepted shop procedures.

Automotive Technology Degree, Certificate and Specialty Program Options

Do you want to develop a broad range of skills to prepare you to work as a service technician? Or would you like to get specialized training in engine repair or transmission service? DCCCD offers a wide range of automotive associate degrees, certificates and specialty program options from which you can choose.

Different options are offered at the three DCCCD colleges that have Automotive Technology departments:

Other Degree and Certificate Options

The Dallas County Community College District offers nearly 350 career and technical degrees and certificates, plus 36 academic degrees. For more information, see a chart of our degree plans by location.