Ohio has dozens of schools where you can learn to be an auto mechanic. Some schools in Ohio that offer diploma and associate's degree programs for automotive technology are Ohio Technical College in Cleveland, Four County Career Center in Archbold, Columbus State Community College in Columbus and Portage Lakes Career Center in Green. Other schools are Eastland Career Center in Groveport, Warren County Career Center in Lebanon, Columbiana County Career & Technical Center in Lisbon and Stark State College of Technology in North Canton.
Auto mechanic schools in Ohio offer classroom instruction and hands-on training in automotive technology. Students learn about all aspects of the automobile, from diagnosis to repair, and may take classes in business mathematics, brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning systems, manual and automatic transmissions, hybrid vehicles, and suspension and steering. Knowledge in these areas will prepare students for careers as automotive service technicians, mechanics, service advisers and entry-level managers.
After completing an automotive technology course, a graduate should be knowledgeable in a number of areas relating to automobile repair and maintenance. Graduates should be able to identify the major systems of an automobile, identify possible system malfunctions, identify causes of failure and come up with a repair strategy. They also should able to make repair recommendations, find solutions to and repair automotive problems.
Most technical schools, including auto mechanic schools, require that prospective students must have at least a high school diploma or a recognized equivalent such as a GED. Some schools, such as Ohio Technical College, may make exceptions to the rule. Some students may be admitted if, during the interview, it is determined that they can benefit from the training offered. In addition to an interview, auto mechanic schools in Ohio also require a placement test.