About
The mission of the Automotive Technology program is to prepare students for entry-level employment as automotive technicians.Training includes classroom instruction and hands-on experience diagnosing and repairing “live” vehicles. Upon completion of an instructional area, students will be able to perform procedures expected of an automotive technician employed in the Automotive Field. Once an instructional area is mastered, students advance to the next area until all areas are complete.
SPECIAL NOTICE: Based on industry requirements, students should hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a good driving record.
Overview
| Information | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time Commitment | Full Time, Part Time |
| Typical Program Length | 16 Months |
| Clock Hours | 1,728 |
| Class Type | Day, Night |
| Credentials | Certificate, Diploma |
| Total Tuition/Fees | $8,548.00 |
| Textbook/Supplies Cost | $2,600.00 |
Program Credentials
New students enroll every month as space is available
Campus Locations
TCAT Upper Cumberland - Main Campus
910 Miller Avenue
Crossville, TN 38555
910 Miller Avenue
Crossville, TN 38555
TCAT Upper Cumberland - Livingston
740 Hi Tech Drive Livingston, TN 38570
Livingston, TN 38570
740 Hi Tech Drive Livingston, TN 38570
Livingston, TN 38570
Curriculum/Courses
First Trimester:
AUT 0001 Worker Characteristic
AUT 1012 Brakes
AUT 1022 Suspension and Steering
AUT 1030 Technology Foundations
AUT 1040 Safety and Orientation
AUT 1050 Basic Electrical
AUT 2011 Engine Repair I
Brakes & Chassis Technician - Certificate 432 Hours
Second Trimester:
AUT 0002 Worker Characteristic
AUT 2012 Engine Repair II
AUT 2021 Heating and Air Conditioning
AUT 3011 Electric and Electronic Systems I
Automotive Technician Apprentice - Certificate 864 Hours
Third Trimester:
AUT 0003 Worker Characteristic
AUT 3012 Electric and Electronic Systems II
AUT 4011 Engine Performance I
Automotive Service Technician Certificate - 1296 Hours
Fourth Trimester:
AUT 0004
AUT 4012 Engine Performance II
AUT 5011 Manual Drive Trains & Axels
AUT 5021 Auto Transmission & Transaxles
Automotive Technician Diploma - 1512 Hours
Fifth Trimester:
AUT 5030 Hybrid and Electric Vehicles
Automotive & Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Tech Diploma - 1728 Hours
Certifications
National Coalition of Certification Centers (NC3) – Multimeter 525-596 certifications
ASE - Master Technician L1 L2 and ASE Collision Technician (Livingston Campus)


