Automotive

Automotive Degrees

Automotive mechanics are responsible for making sure customers have a reliable means of transportation. This can involve anything from inspection and testing, preventative maintenance and certification of compliance with state requirements to repairs.

Mechanics possess a specialized set of skills and have the opportunity to help people every day. Mechanics with sufficient technical and personal skills can earn an exceptional salary. If you’re a creative problem solver and enjoy working with your hands, a career in the automotive industry might be a good fit for you.

Eligible Programs

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Lake Area Technical College

  • Automotive Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Auto Body & Paint Technology – 1-Year Program, Diploma OR 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Diesel Technology: Truck Option – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Diesel Technology: Ag/Industrial Tractor Option – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Mitchell Technical College

  • Diesel Power Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Power Sports & Marine Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Southeast Technical College

  • Automotive Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Collision Repair & Refinish Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Diesel Technology: Heavy Equipment – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Diesel Technology: Trucking – 1-Year Program, Diploma
  • Diesel Technology: Heavy Equipment & Trucking – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree

Western Dakota Technical College

  • Automotive Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
  • Diesel Technology – 2-Year Program, AAS Degree
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Additional Programs

Advanced Manufacturing

Precision machinists may work in the computer, automotive, agriculture or other industries—including manufacturing plants, machine shops and inspection organizations.

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Agriculture

A degree in agriculture can take you just about anywhere in the industry. You can work inside or outside doing anything from teaching and research to working with animals.

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Building Trades / Construction

A degree or certification in the construction trades can lead to employment as a construction manager, cost estimator or building inspector.

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Energy Technicians

Careers waiting for you include renewable energy technician, wind turbine installer, solar electricity system installer and more.

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Engineering Technicians

Engineering technicians can work in several specialized areas, including electrical and electronics engineering or civil engineering.

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Healthcare

Technical colleges offer a variety of healthcare programs including Nursing, Paramedics, and Radiology Technicians.

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Information Technology

Focus on utilizing technology to help businesses run as efficiently as possible.

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Public Service

If your calling in life is serving the greater good, public services might be the perfect path for you.

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Welding

Welders specialize in fabricating products by joining together materials like steel, brass and aluminum. Welding skills can be applied to manufacturing, construction, creative arts and more.

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