Hours: 923 class, 914 Lab
Program Description
UTI’s Automotive & EV Technology Program offers an innovative educational approach with hands-on training. Through a combination of classroom instruction, interactive online learning and hands-on work in the lab, students will become proficient in troubleshooting, diagnosing, servicing, and repairing domestic and foreign automobiles. Students will learn the fundamentals of engines, powertrains, undercar, electrical systems, electrical and electronic applications, high performance engines, performance applications, braking systems, steering and suspension systems, manual and automatic transmissions, and HVAC systems. Students also will learn to diagnose driveability concerns in addition to training in service operations.
Students enrolled in the Ford FACT Manufacturer-Specific Advanced Training will receive the same Ford Service Technician Specialty Training (STST) that Ford provides to its dealership technicians. The coursework will focus on electrical and electronic systems, hybrid and electric vehicle high voltage systems, advanced braking systems, climate control, steering and suspension systems, gasoline engine repair, engine performance, noise vibration and harshness diagnosis, diesel engine repair, diesel engine performance and Ford’s Quick Lane technician training.
FACT students have the opportunity to earn Ford STST credentials. As a result of achieving the credentials, graduates can become Ford Certified Specialists within the Ford and Lincoln dealer network. Additionally, students can obtain Ford Quick Lane hands-on skills and certification that Ford, Lincoln and Quick Lane dealers desire in their technicians.
Each student will have his or her Ford Motor Company training history stored under the student’s STARS ID, Ford’s Standardized Training and Resource System.
Objective:
As an Automotive & EV Technology student, you also will train on hybrid and alternative-fuel vehicles. Students will learn to perform basic maintenance and repairs on hybrid systems and components, including hybrid vehicle batteries and electric motors and controls. Students in this program may work in the following positions and work settings such as dealerships and owner shops as a technician/mechanic or inspector, factories as an assembler, and fleets as a repair and maintenance technician.