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Automotive Technology - GM ASEP

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Degree Type
60-credit Associate of Applied Science Degree

Program Code
10-602-5

Time to Degree
2 years

Start Date
August

How You'll Learn

  • On Campus
  • Daytime

This program addresses the growing need for highly professional, competent technicians in automotive dealerships. Learn on the latest automotive vehicles, components, educational materials and cutting-edge equipment available. Develop knowledge on engines, fuel management, electronics, transmissions/transaxles, brakes and air conditioning.

This specialized program emphasizes repairing, servicing and maintaining vehicles within the General Motors (GM) brand.

This program includes general studies courses that help round out your education and college transfer options.

How To Apply

  • Apply online and pay the $30 application fee.
  • Submit a copy of one of the following to demonstrate your reading, writing and math skills:
    • High school GPA of 2.60 or above. Transcript must include completed coursework through the 11th grade.*
    • ACT, ACCUPLACER® or GED - 2014 Series (165 or higher).*
    • Prior college coursework may meet this requirement in whole or in part. Courses must be in the specific area(s), and you must have earned a grade of C or better (2.0 on a 4.0 scale) in the courses.*
    • If none of the above apply, sign up for the ACCUPLACER® placement test.

*Unofficial copies of these documents can be sent to admissions@wctc.edu.

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an enrollment counselor.

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Contact Us

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

Potential Careers

If you like working on cars, have a knack for troubleshooting and problem solving issues with automobiles, possess a strong work ethic and enjoy working with customers, a job in the automotive technology industry might be for you.

  • Automotive Technician
  • Service Technician
  • Mechanic
High School Eligibility

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

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Career Salaries

$30,600 – $54,600 annually

Salary range estimates based on wages for related occupations in Waukesha County as reported by Lightcast. Individual wages may vary based on experience, industry, location and specific job requirements. Find our graduates' entry wages in the most recent Graduate Success Report.

Financial Aid

As a program student, you are eligible to receive:

  • Financial aid loans
  • Scholarships
  • Other forms of assistance

Learn more about financial aid.

Program Courses

Transportation Programs

Career Pathway

About GM ASEP

This program is a partnership between WCTC and General Motors (GM). Training takes place at WCTC classrooms/labs and a sponsoring GM dealership or ACDelco Professional Service Center (PSC) internship site.

WCTC is one of only 56 training sites in the United States. Learn more about the GM ASEP Education Training Program.

 


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What Makes This Program Unique

  1. WCTC supplies all of the tools for this program. Students work on current model vehicles and components donated by GM.
  2. The required, paid internship opportunities provide technical, hands-on experience at GM dealerships/ACDelco Professional Service Center (PDC).
  3. Become Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) student certified and earn the EPA 609 Refrigerant Recycling certification.

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Program Pathway

Earn certificates, technical diplomas and/or industry credentials along this pathway. Start with some courses for entry-level employment, and continue with additional courses for higher wages and job advancement.

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Earn credit for prior learning for the college-level knowledge and skills that you've already acquired through advanced high school classes, previous ollege coursework, self-study, military training work or volunteer experience.

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Transfer Opportunities After WCTC

WCTC has credit transfer agreements with many four-year institutions that allow our degree graduates to transfer credits into a baccalaureate program, often at junior-level standing.

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