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Diploma of Automotive Technology

Salt Lake Community College

Salt Lake City, United States
0.83 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Trains students to diagnose and repair vehicles and adds repair-shop management skills.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Automotive Technology and apply scientific and technical reasoning
Evaluate design choices
And communicate practical solutions.

Career outcomes

Automotive service technician
Automotive electronics specialist
Brake specialist
Engine repair specialist
Shop foreman
Parts manager
Warranty claims person
Owner/operator

Curriculum

66-credit associate degree on a semester study plan. Core study: auto service fundamentals
Brake systems
Steering and suspension
Engine repair
Engine performance
Electrical systems
Climate control
Automatic transmissions
Advanced vehicle management technology
English Composition 1.

Entry requirements

Academic

Proof of completion of secondary education equivalent to a US high school diploma
passport copy and proof of funds; no English test required for admission and no minimum GPA published (https://www.slcc.edu/iss/apply/apply-from-outside.aspx).

Accepted academic background

Official proof of completion of secondary education equivalent to a US high school diploma (English translation may be required); copy of passport main page; proof of funds (official bank statement of at least 28,974 USD for 2026-2027, plus 2,000 USD first dependent and 1,000 USD each additional; sponsor needs a signed financial statement of support)

Documents you’ll need

Passport Copy
English Language Test Results
Financial Evidence

How to apply

Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$15,479 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Salt Lake Technical College
Faculty or school	Salt Lake Technical College
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	24
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Applications closed
1 Nov 2026
Closed
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
138 days left
Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jun 2027
199 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.83 years.