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General Contact
- School Code: 136800
- Phone: (970) 245-8101
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
89%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
4FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$7,275Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Auto Mechanic Program
The auto mechanic program at Trinidad State Junior 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 Colorado colleges that offer auto mechanic program.
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Trinidad State Junior College
772 Horizon Dr., Grand Junction, CO
Trinidad State Junior College is a quaint two year institution that is nestled in the hills of Trinidad, Colorado. The open admission of the school enables any student who has completed their HSD or GED and has attained the age of 16 is able to enroll in one of their 49 robust degree programs.
TSJC is one of the oldest schools in the state and since its inception in 1925, the main goal and mission of the staff has been to increase the roots of knowledge for the students who enroll. The average yearly enrollment stands around 2,000 students spread across two lush campuses. TSJC is also renowned for their gunsmithing course, placing the institution in the top three across the whole nation.
Students are able to take a range of courses from two divisions- Career & Technical or Arts & Sciences and Sciences. For students on the career track, there are 35 associated degree programs and 20 associates programs for students who prefer to seek transfers to a four year college. The school also offers special programs for international students, and students who want to participate in the guaranteed transfer program.
Annual tuition rates are affordable with in state tuition at only $3,500 per year and out of state tuition only $4,500 per year. For students who need additional assistance financing their studies, there are several aid programs offered. TSJC also offer a wide assortment of student services and activities which include golf, baseball, soccer and volleyball. There is on campus housing, dining and medical services as well.
Students Enrolled in the Auto Mechanic Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Trinidad State Junior College has offered the following academic levels for students:
- Less Than One Year Certificate
- Less Than Two-Year Award
- Associate's Degree
Students by Academic Level (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Less Than One Year Certificate | 82 |
| Less Than Two-Year Award | 9 |
| Associate's Degree | 2 |
Students by Gender (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Male | 80 |
| Female | 13 |
Students by Race (2019)
| Graduates | |
|---|---|
| Black | 6 |
| Hispanic | 55 |
| White | 32 |
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
Upon completion of the Auto Mechanic program at Trinidad State Junior College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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
Salary & Wages
- Grand Junction, CO
- Total Employment: 370
- Average Hourly Rate: $24.47
- Average Annual Salary: $50890
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the applicants Trinidad State Junior College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help support students, Trinidad State Junior College may provide services to students like:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Employment search assistance
Intercollegiate Athletics
Trinidad State Junior College is a Member of National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with many of the sports being in the NJCAA Division I classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Track and Field
- Soccer
- Softball
- Volleyball