The automotive industry is always changing, which makes it a dynamic field in which to establish your career if you like working on vehicles. The Automotive Service and Performance program at Northwest Technical College features state-of-the-art labs equipped with current service and testing equipment so students are well-prepared to work with today’s technology.

Throughout your training, you will learn the theory and techniques behind a variety of service and diagnostic procedures necessary to maintain the vehicles operating on our roadways. Classroom and hands-on training will cover topics including brakes, power-train systems, diagnostic assessment, an introduction to hybrids and many more.

Automotive Service and Performance Diploma Overview

Employment

Automotive service technicians work in an exciting and rapidly changing industry. Students in this 62 credit program will receive training in the many service and diagnostic procedures necessary to maintain our nation on wheels. You will train in modern laboratories equipped with current service and testing equipment. Opportunities for advancement may include factory and dealer representatives, management and self-employment. 

Find information about wages and employment outlook.

Degree Requirements

Program Skills

• Demonstrate professionalism and related soft skills
• Demonstrate welding skills in multiple positions
• Install and test performance enhancement systems/devices
• Apply theory of vehicle operating systems
• Diagnose vehicle operating systems
• Repair vehicle operating systems
• Interpret service information
• Exhibit safety practices and procedures

Faculty

Mark Johnson
Automotive Services Technology Faculty
Office: BMD 554
(218) 333-6637
Email: mark.johnson@ntcmn.edu