Auto Mechanic Program

The auto mechanic program at McDowell Technical Community College prepares students for careers as department store service mechanics, auto part specialists, emissions inspectors, rental car fleet mechanic, specialty shop technicians, and car test driver/mechanic. The program focuses on applying technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Program courses include: brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air conditioning systems. Get more details below including other North Carolina colleges that offer auto mechanic program.

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McDowell Technical Community College

200 Mayland Drive, Spruce Pine, NC

McDowell Technical Community College is located in Marion, North Carolina at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It was established in 1964 as the Marion-McDowell Industrial Education Center. Eventually, it was called the McDowell Technical Institute and McDowell Technical College until it was named MTCC.

Despite the change of names, MTCC adhered to its mission to provide lifelong learning opportunities through accessible, high quality education and services which ultimately aims to improve the quality of life of individuals and attain community development.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, MTCC offers Certificate, Diploma and Associate degree programs. Its Health Information Technology program is also certified by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).

MTCC provides academic transfer, technical and vocational, basic skills and continuing education programs utilizing both traditional and non-traditional teaching methods. These programs are designed to prepare students for a professional career or higher education in any four-year institutions.

Continuing Education program caters to adults of diverse age and educational backgrounds. They are given the opportunity to acquire lifelong learning through this program. Moreover, distance learning is intended to provide flexibility and convenience for the students.

MTCC hosts several educational, cultural and community activities for the students to enrich their academic experience. Students can also be involved in organizations such as the Student Government Association, Phi Theta Kappa National Honor Society-Beta Zeta Lambda Chapter and National Technical Honor Society.

Programs of Study and an online application can be found by visiting the school site or by requesting information from the school via this portal.  Start your journey today!

Students Enrolled in the Auto Mechanic Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. McDowell Technical Community College has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Less Than Two-Year Award
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

Description

Install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles

Description

Install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, electronic equipment installers and repairers, motor vehicles employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -50.0% from 2014 to 2024

Automotive Master Mechanics

Description

Repair automobiles, trucks, buses, and other vehicles. Master mechanics repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in the transmission system.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, automotive master mechanics employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.3% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).