Automotive Engines
Automotive Fundamentals Class and Shop Training (60 Hours):
The Automotive Fundamentals section introduces students to the safe use of chemicals, hand tools, power tools, protective clothing and equipment, fire protection, shop equipment, EPA and OSHA regulations, customer relations, repair order, time, cost estimation, and ordering of parts.
Automotive Engines Class and Shop Training (570 Hours):
The Automotive Engines section will train students to become proficient in engine repair, electrical systems and engine performance. Program topics include: engine theory and complete engine disassembly and repair; electrical theory and system diagnosis and repair, including starting, charging and lighting systems, theory, diagnosis and repair on engine fuel, ignition, and electronic management systems.
Automotive Fundamentals
The Fundamentals course introduces students to the safe use of chemicals, hand tools, power tools, protective clothing and equipment, fire protection, shop equipment, EPA and OSHA regulations, customer relations, repair order, time, cost estimation, and ordering of parts.
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Automotive Vehicle Performance
Automotive Fundamentals Class and Shop Training (60 Hours):
The Automotive Fundamentals section introduces students to the safe use of chemicals, hand tools, power tools, protective clothing and equipment, fire protection, shop equipment, EPA and OSHA regulations, customer relations, repair order, time, cost estimation, and ordering of parts.
Vehicle Performance Class and Shop Training (570 Hours):
The Vehicle Performance section is designed to teach all aspects of automotive drive train and handling systems on passenger cars, trucks, SUV’s, 4 wheel drive, and all-wheel drive vehicles. Program topics include: manual transmissions and transaxles, drive shafts and cv axles, brakes, steering and suspension, tires and wheels, and all aspects of vehicle handling, power train performance, and advanced traction control systems. The program will also cover aspects of vehicle modifications for off-road and race-track handling and performance.
Diesel Mechanics
Diesel Mechanics may be hired as mechanics working on engines, automatic transmissions, drive trains, electrical systems, suspension and steering, hydraulics, and air systems. They work on heavy equipment, farm equipment, and on highway trucks. Diesel mechanics diagnose, repair, weld, and fine-tune the working parts of buses, trucks, construction machinery, and generators. Students will become proficient in basic shop skills, PM inspections, brake relines, engine tune-up and rebuilding, component inspection and measuring, drive trains, suspension and steering, and electrical trouble shooting.
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Vehicle Emissions Test Preparation
The Emissions Test Preparation Training is a non-credit 20 hour class designed to help an auto technician prepare for the Utah County Emissions Certification, by gaining a basic knowledge of the automobile engine mechanical, cooling system, fuel system, electrical system and emission control systems. The material covered in this course will prepare the technician for the Utah County Emissions Test. This course meets the minimum training requirements for Utah County.
Note: If student is sponsored by a qualifying company, Utah State Custom Fit funding may be available to offset training costs by up to 50%. For details call 801.753.4153 or 801.863.7649 and ask about Custom Fit funding.
Vehicle Safety Inspection
The Safety Inspection course is a 16 hr standardized curriculum that provides the necessary certification training and testing for individuals performing vehicle safety inspections.
There are three separate Vehicle Safety Inspector Certifications:
• Passenger Vehicles/ Light Trucks
• Motorcycles
• Heavy Trucks/Trailers/Buses
MATC offers a combined 16 hour course for the certification in Passenger Vehicles/Light Trucks and Motorcycles. MATC does not offer a course for certification in Heavy Trucks / Trailers/ Busses.
Participants must score 80 % or more on the final examination and performance checklists to achieve competency for the course and receive a certificate. Individuals successfully completing the training will be eligible to apply for their Vehicle Inspection Certification from the Utah Dept. of Public Safety.
