Program specifics about earning an Automotive Service Technology Diploma at Northland.
Students in this program will receive training in the many service and diagnostic procedures necessary to maintain our Nation on wheels. Students are trained in modern laboratories equipped with current service and testing equipment.
Students entering this program should have good mechanical aptitude, good communication skills, and the ability to read and comprehend service literature. Graduates of this program will have a variety of opportunities that range from driveability technician, alignment and suspension specialist, transmission specialist, service advisors, and managers. Opportunities for advancement may include factory and dealer representatives, management, and self-employment.
Program Accreditation
Northland Community & Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The Automotive Service Technology program is certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Program Learner Outcomes
- Student will demonstrate professional workplace habits including punctuality, attitudes, behaviors, and craftsmanship expected of the automotive industry.
- Student will perform repairs and maintenance proficiently and efficiently to a variety of vehicle operating systems.
- Student will diagnose vehicle operating systems for automotive repair and maintenance.
- Student will repair vehicle operating systems within the standard practice of the automotive industry.
- Student will interpret service information.
- Student will demonstrate standard safety practices and procedures in the classroom and lab as required by the automotive industry.
- Student will demonstrate the ability to use critical thinking to solve problems.
- Student will perform basic computer functions and operate basic computer software programs currently being used by the automotive industry.
Articulation Agreements
Articulation Agreements are formal agreements between two or more colleges and universities to accept credits in transfer toward a specific academic program. Northland has articulation agreements in place with the following schools:
| Transfer to | Major Offered | Degree |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State University – Moorhead | Operations Management | B.S. |
Additional Program Resources
Approximate Tools Cost: $2,500
First Year Requirements
Safety Glasses
Tool Chest
7 Drawer Lower Tool Chest
Socket Sets
3/8” Drive Sockets
3/8” to 15/16”
1/2” Drive Sockets
7/16” to 1 1/8”
3/8 Drive Deep Sockets 3/8 to 7/8
3/8 Drive 8mm to 19mm Socket Set
1/2” Drive Tools
Reversible Ratchet
Hinge Handle
6” Extension
12” Extension
3/8” Drive Tools
Reversible Ratchet
Flex Head Ratchet
2” Extension
6” Extension
13/16” & 5/8” Spark Plug Socket
¼ Drive Tools
Reversible Ratchet Etension
Standard Socket Set
Metric socket Set
Combination Wrenches
3/8 “ to 1” Wrench Set (11 pcs)
8mm to 17mm Wrench Set (10 pcc)
Screw Driver Set
Standard Tip Screwdrivers
5/16” , 3/8”, 7/16’ tip width
Pocket Screwdriver
Phillips Screwdrivers
#1, #2, #3 tips
23 Piece Magnetic Screwdriver Set
Hammers
Ball Pein, 16 oz
Plastic Tip Hammer
Pliers
Slip Joints
Needlenose
Diagonal Cutting
Arc Joint
Snap Ring (Jaw Type)
Miscellaneous
2’ – 3’ Jumper Wires
6” T Rule
O-Ring Pick
Hack Saw 12”
Fractional Hex Key Set (10 pcs)
Flat Feeler Gauge (25 blades)
Putty Knife or Gasket Scraper
6 – 12 Volt Test Light
1 Pry Bar (Rolling Head 16”)
12” Adjustable Wrench
Hi Impedance Digital Volt-Ohm Meter
1/4” Drive Tool Set
1/2” to 3/8” Drive Adapter
3/8” to 1/2” Drive Adapter
Flashlight
1/2” Drive Torque Wrench
(25 to 250 ft. lb.)
Roll of Electrical Tape
Spark Plug Wire Gage
Battery Plier
Battery Clamp Spreader/cleaner
Battery Post Cleaner
5/16” GM Battery Terminal Wrench
Punch and Chisel Set
Chisels 3/8”, 1/2” Cuts
Pin Punches 1/8”, 3/16”, 1/4”
Starter Punches 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”
Center Punch
Second Year Requirements
1/2” Pneumatic Wrench
1/2” Drive Impact Socket
Ball Pein Hammer, 32 oz.
Air Nozzle ( blow gun)
Files 10” round, 12” flat w/handles
10 ft. Measuring T ape
Screws Extractor Set
Set of Drill Bits
Inspection Mirror
Wire Crimper Stripper
Tire Air Chuck
Tire Pressure Gage
Tire Thread Depth Gage
Timing Light
Hand Vacuum Pump Kit
3/8” Drive Torx Bit Set
3/8” Drive Torque Wrench
- 2014-20 Auto Service-Diploma TRF
- 2011-14 Auto Service-Diploma TRF
- 2010-11 Auto Service-Diploma TRF
- 2010-11 Auto Service-Diploma EGF