Automotive Mechanic Schools in Georgia

Automotive mechanics, or technicians, are responsible for repairing, inspecting and maintaining automobiles or light trucks which run on electricity, gasoline, alternative fuels or diesel. Though no formal education is required, most employers like to hire people who have at least some form of postsecondary education or certification in auto mechanics. As of March 2010, according to Simplyhired.com, an automotive mechanic makes an average of $38,000 a year in Georgia.
  1. Griffin Technical College

    • Griffin Technical College (GTC) in Griffin, Georgia, offers an automotive technology program which allows students to get a diploma, degree or various certificates in automotive technology. The automotive program at GTC is certified by National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The 18-month program at GTC includes courses such as electronic engine control systems, brake systems and automatic transmission repair. Admission to GTC is awarded only to those applicants who have a high school degree or equivalent and have taken either a Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), American College Testing (ACT) assessment, or the GTC admissions test.

      Griffin Technical College
      501 Varsity Road
      Griffin, Georgia 30223
      770-228-7348
      griffintech.edu

    Dekalb Technical College

    • Dekalb Technical College (DTC) offers various automotive programs such as an automotive technology associates degree program, automotive fundamentals, automotive technology or motorcycle service technology diploma programs, or brake technician, automotive heating and air conditioning technician, automotive electrical, automotive transmission, engine performance technician, engine repair technician, or suspension and steering certification programs. Each one of DTC's auto mechanic programs helps students get entry-level positions in the auto mechanic field and include courses such as climate control systems, fuel, ignition and emission systems and an automotive technology internship.

      Dekalb Technical College
      495 North Indian Creek Drive,
      Clarkston, Georgia 30021
      404-297-9522
      http://www.dekalbtech.edu/

    Chattahoochee Technical College

    • Chattahoochee Technical College (CTC) in Marietta, Georgia, offers an automotive technology program which helps students learn the basic skills to work in the auto mechanic industry. The automotive technology program at CTC offers degrees, diplomas and certificates in fields such as automotive technology, electrical/electronic systems, heating and air conditioning, and suspension and steering technology. In order to gain admission to CTC, a prospective student must have a high school or general education development (GED) certification and pass a standardized placement test.

      Chattahoochee Technical College
      980 South Cobb Dr
      Marietta, GA 30060
      770-528-4545
      chattahoocheetech.edu

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