ADVANCED AUTO DIESEL/ COLLISION
AUTOMOTIVE AND MACHINE REPAIR
Maintain service operations by inspecting, maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing both electric and internal combustion engine vehicles.
Career Details
Skills
Students in Advanced Auto Diesel/ Collision are trained in the following subject areas:
- Damage analysis and estimating
- Structural analysis and damage repair
- Non-structural analysis and damage
- Mechanical components and electrical/electronics
- Plastics and adhesives
- Repair and refinish
- Hydraulics
- Gasoline engines
- Diesel engines
- Hybrid electric vehicles
- Diesel hydraulic hybrid vehicles
- Ultra-green clean diesel technology
- Drivetrains
- Brakes
- Suspension and steering
- Preventive maintenance
- Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning inspection
- Automotive service technology and parts
Requirements
Before entering the program, students must:
- Complete one of Job Corps' basic Automotive & Machine Repair career technical training programs.
- Be at least 17½ years old.
- Meet basic academic requirements in math and reading.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Have a positive attendance and progress record.
- Have a valid driver’s license or no barriers to receiving a license while enrolled.
- Have health clearance from the Job Corps center where they received basic training.
- Complete a successful phone, in-person, or videoconference interview.
Credentials
As a Job Corps student, you will have the opportunity to earn credentials in your training area that may lead to greater employment opportunities, higher wages, and promotions.
Advanced Auto Diesel/ Collision Numbers to Know
$49K
National average earning potential for this career
Completion times vary by training area. Check with your admissions advisor.
Expectations
While on the job, you will be expected to display the following traits at all times:
Ability to multitask
Attention to detail
Communication skills
Dependability
Integrity
Physical dexterity
