Automotive Engines

The Automotive Engines program consists of two courses.
Part 1 is an Automotive Fundamentals course, taught during the summer months, that will introduce 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.

Part 2, which will be taught during the fall and spring semesters, will teach 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 Course

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.

Automotive Vehicle Performance

The Automotive Vehicle Performance program consists of two courses.
Part 1 is an Automotive Fundamentals course, taught during the summer months, that will introduce 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.

Part 2, which will be taught during the fall and spring semesters, 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 trans-axles, 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.

Automotive: 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 801.753.4217 and ask about Custom Fit funding.

Automotive: Vehicle Safety Inspection

Enrollment Available to: Adults and high school seniors
(To receive state certification; student must be 18 years old, or 17 years old and enrolled in an automotive apprenticeship program)

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.

Automotive: Wasatch Automotive Drive Train 4×4 Course

The MATC Wasatch Drive-train 4x4 course is designed to cover all aspects of automotive drive-trains including, manual transmissions and transaxles, drive lines, differentials, drive axles, and four wheel drive systems.

Automotive: Wasatch Automotive Engine Performance Course

The MATC Wasatch Engine Performance course will include a review of basic engine theory and operation, an in-depth study of automotive electrical systems, applied automotive electronics, ignition systems, fuel systems including carburation and fuel injection, computer control systems, and vehicle emissions and emissions control systems.

Automotive: Wasatch Automotive Engine Repair Course

The MATC Wasatch Engine Repair course is intended to teach all aspects of automotive engines and engine systems including engine design, removal and installation, engine measurement, engine repair, and engine rebuilding techniques.

Automotive: Wasatch Automotive Fundamentals Course

The MATC Wasatch Fundamentals course is designed to prepare students for employment in the automotive industry.  This course is designed for students with little or no automotive experience who want to learn the basics of automotive technology including basic automotive systems, shop safety, automotive tools, basic repair, and service techniques.

Commercial Truck Driving (CDL)

Enrollment Available to: Adults ONLY, age 21 +

Up to four weeks of intensive training will prepare students for a career in the trucking industry.  Topics include:  basic and advanced driving skills, truck components and operation, cost efficient operation, rules and regulations, handling cargo and paper work, first aid, personal health and safety, and driver professionalism.  Students will also log over 60 hours of on-the-road driving and observation.  This training prepares drivers for a career with a wide variety of carriers.

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.