{"id":5252,"date":"2023-03-01T10:52:19","date_gmt":"2023-03-01T16:52:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ntcmn.edu\/news\/?p=5252"},"modified":"2023-03-01T16:21:19","modified_gmt":"2023-03-01T22:21:19","slug":"paulbicke-paves-the-way-for-others-as-future-auto-technician","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ntcmn.edu\/news\/2023\/03\/01\/paulbicke-paves-the-way-for-others-as-future-auto-technician\/","title":{"rendered":"Paulbicke Paves the Way for Others as Future Auto Technician"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Terra Paulbicke<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>

Northwest Technical College student Terra Paulbicke never wondered what career path was right for her; she always knew she wanted to become an automotive technician.<\/p>\n

“I found early on what I wanted to be when I grew up. My parents would take me go-karting and to the races at Bemidji Speedway for my birthday,” Paulbicke said. “It became something I loved. Vehicles fascinated me and [these experiences] made me want to be part of it.”<\/p>\n

Paulbicke found a home for that passion in the NTC Automotive Service program after touring the college’s automotive lab, meeting her classmates and getting to know her instructors.<\/p>\n

“My instructors are incredibly helpful, making sure I understand how automotive systems work, encouraging me and offering help in any moment of doubt,” Paulbicke said. “My peers and I have the same mindset of wanting to create a welcoming environment for each other.”<\/p>\n

NTC’s automotive program combines lecture-based learning and lab experiences, allowing students to get their hands dirty by diagnosing issues and repairing vehicles with the same tools and equipment they will use in a professional shop. They learn the basics of automotive electrical systems, steering and suspension components, engine service, hybrid vehicle maintenance and more during the two-year program.<\/p>\n

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Paulbicke<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Paulbicke’s passion for cars is gearing her up for a career in an in-demand career as an automotive technician. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics estimate 13,000 new technicians will be needed in Minnesota alone through 2030 to keep up with industry demand.<\/p>\n

This demand for Paulbicke’s growing knowledge motivates her to be the best student she can be. In the process, she is becoming a role model for other women (who only account for 12% of auto technicians in the United States, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics) interested in keeping cars on the road as a career.<\/p>\n

“I am chasing my childhood dream and if that inspires other women then I am happy to do that,” Paulbicke said.<\/p>\n

About Automotive Service<\/h2>\n

The automotive service 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 their training, they learn the theory and techniques behind a variety of service and diagnostic procedures necessary to maintain the vehicles operating on our roadways.<\/p>\n

Contact<\/h3>\n

NTC Admissions<\/a><\/p>\n

Link<\/h3>\n

Automotive Service<\/a><\/p>\n

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