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Printed on 12/3/2024

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Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair Technician

Locations Fall 2024 Spring 2025 Summer 2025 Fall 2025
Appleton
Some courses may be available at multiple locations.
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Estimated Cost

Costs may not include all books or all materials and supplies. Some textbook costs may be included in the estimated program cost.

$2,848.00*
Cost based on current tuition and fees
$352.00*
Additional materials and supplies
$228.55*
Textbooks

* Tuition and fees are subject to change. For more details, see Cost of Attendance (PDF).

Admissions

Bennett Mechanical Assessment

Complete the Bennett Mechanical Assessment. Go to www.fvtc.edu/skillsassessment to find information and instructions; You can also call us at (920) 735-5645 to sign up; The cost of the assessment is $14; you must score a 27 or higher.

Program Outcomes

  • Address customers in a professional manner
  • Demonstrate the use of safe work practices in all aspects of vehicle repair
  • Perform brake diagnosis and repairs
  • Perform electrical and electronic system diagnosis and repair
  • Perform maintenance and light repair of Automatic Transmissions
  • Perform maintenance and light repair of engine performance
  • Perform maintenance and light repair of engines
  • Perform maintenance and light repair of heating and air conditioning
  • Perform maintenance and light repair of Manual drivetrain and axles
  • Perform steering and suspension diagnosis and repairs
  • Use Information software for diagnosing and repairing vehicles

Accreditation

This program is certified by the ASE Education Foundation. ASE accredited programs ensure that the automotive technician education is upheld to the highest quality learning standards set by industry experts. An ASE accredited program also prepares students for achieving Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) technician certification. Faculty who teach this program are ASE certified professionals.


Start anywhere. Many credits can apply toward future programs.
College Credit Transfer Options

Beyond The Classroom

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Student Clubs

There are over 35 different clubs and organizations available for students. Many clubs are directly related to programs offered at FVTC, so you can develop professional connections while meeting other students.

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Career Services

Career Services is here to help you with your employment needs. Our services begin when you enroll as an FVTC student and continue throughout your employment career.

Need Help?

Contact Enrollment Services for questions about admissions, financial aid, registration, tuition and credit transfer.

Admissions Center

Email: admissionsspecialist@fvtc.edu
Phone: 920-735-4740
Text: 920-294-1738
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Credit Transfer Options

They're your credits. Take them with you!

Whether you’re an incoming student, transferring to another two-year college or pursuing your bachelor’s degree, we make it easy for you to seamlessly transfer your credits. With full accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission, we offer credit transfer agreements with more than 65 two-and four-year colleges.

Transfer In

Many students come to Fox Valley Tech with credits they’ve already earned, either while in high school or at other colleges and universities. It’s also possible to be granted credit for career-related knowledge and skills you’ve already mastered.

Transfer Out

Is a four-year degree in your future? Save time and money by starting here. You can earn your associate degree at Fox Valley Tech, then apply your credits toward a bachelor’s degree. Or easily transfer your credits to other two-year colleges.

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Undecided

Not sure what career is a good fit for you? Let us help you decide on a program. Fox Valley Tech staff members can help you identify skills, values, interests, and occupational and education opportunities to determine the best pathway to meet your goals.

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One-on-One Help

Let us guide you through the admissions process from beginning to end.

Admissions Center   Locations & Maps

Email: admissionsspecialist@fvtc.edu
Phone: 920-735-4740
Text: 920-294-1738