Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 125000
- Phone: (573) 785-2248
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
nan%FINANCIAL AID RATE
80%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
2FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$5,949Average 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 Ranken Technical 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 Missouri colleges that offer auto mechanic program.
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Ranken Technical College
3203 Oak Grove Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO
About
Ranken Technical College, located in Saint Louis, Missouri, was founded in 1907 by David Rankin Jr. to provide training in a variety of occupations for students. Courses started in 1909, with the school funded by a one million dollar endowment, which later added the entire fortune to the endowment which today is over sixty four million dollars. The fund have allowed the school to grow and expand, increasing its offerings as necessary to meet high demand fields and student expectations.
Academics
Ranken Technical College offers a variety of programs that may result in a certificate, associate degree or bachelor's degree. Students will be able to choose the program that best suits his or her career goals. A majority of programs take between one and two years to complete. The school has been dedicated to providing quality technical and career training over one hundred years.
Programs offered include:
- Architectural Technology
- Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
- Precision Machine Technology
- Information Technology
- Applied Management
Admissions and Financial Aid
Students interested in enrollment at Ranken Technical College must submit a completed application one week prior to the start of an academic semester. Students are encouraged to apply early though, as classes fill up quickly. Students must also supply transcripts and standardized test scores, and it is recommended students interview with an admissions representative.
Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and work study programs. Students in need of financial assistance must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) which will be used to determine need, eligibility and awards. Students may be asked to provide additional information to ensure that the FAFSA is accurate prior to the disbursement of funds.
Students Enrolled in the Auto Mechanic Program
Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Ranken Technical 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 | |
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Less Than One Year Certificate | 8 |
Less Than Two-Year Award | 1 |
Associate's Degree | 52 |
Students by Gender (2019)
Graduates | |
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Male | 59 |
Female | 2 |
Students by Race (2019)
Graduates | |
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Asian | 2 |
Black | 2 |
Hispanic | 1 |
White | 48 |
Unknown | 8 |
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 Ranken Technical 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
Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Ranken Technical 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 students and alumni, Ranken Technical College may offer student services like:- Online course work available
- Night and weekend classes available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Employing students to lower education costs
- Assistance to find work