Auto Mechanic Program

The auto mechanic program at Washington State 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 Ohio colleges that offer auto mechanic program.

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Washington State Community College (WSCC)

2020 East Maple St, North Canton, OH

Washington State Community College, WSCC, is a two-year community college situated in Marietta was founded in 1971 and was originally known as Washington Technical College. To date, the student body at WSCC is approximately 2,400 students.

WSCC offers a flexible admission process. Whether you are a high school graduate with high career ambitions, an adult with no prior college experience, a visiting student or you have been retrenched and you would like an additional course to boost your resume, just register at WSCC.

The college offers courses in the fields of

• Arts and Sciences
• Business
• Engineering and Industrial
• Health and Science
• Public Service
• Certificates

It college also offers loans and scholarships based on need and merit. WSCC offers students four-year transfer programs. It has a transfer agreement with the following universities.

• Bowling Green State University
• Capital University
• DeVry University

Students enjoy a number of campus and community services that make college life enjoyable. Through the College Central Network, current students and alumni of the college network, post resume and find information about employers for free. Other great services and activities that benefit the students are childcare, an alumni forum, and educational talent search among others.

Students Enrolled in the Auto Mechanic Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Washington State 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

Salary & Wages

• Canton-Massillon, OH
  • Total Employment: 820
  • Average Hourly Rate: $16.98
  • Average Annual Salary: $35310

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