Automotive Technology
- Build hands-on technical skills.
- Understand modern vehicle technology.
- Prepare for a skilled career.
Choose the program that interests you below.
Associate (Two-year) Degrees
Degrees that prepare students to transfer into a four-year college or university and job-training degrees that prepare students for immediate employment.
Quick Look
- Plan: Automotive Technology, Associate in Applied Science-Transfer
- Units: 113
- Funding available: Yes
- International student eligible: Yes
Career Opportunities
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles
Quick Look
- Plan: Automotive Technology, Associate in Applied Science
- Units: 104
- Funding available: Yes
- International student eligible: Yes
Career Opportunities
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles
Certificates
Certificate programs provide students with a set of skills to find a job or stay current in a profession. Many certificates are designed to build on top of each other and lead to a longer-term certificate or degree. These are called “stackable” certificates.
Quick Look
- Plan: Automotive Light Maintenance Repair, Certificate
- Units: 54
- Funding available: Yes
- International student eligible: Yes
Career Opportunities
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
- Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles
Train for Your Auto Tech Career
The Automotive Technology program at South Seattle College delivers hands‑on training with advanced equipment and industry support. Guided by professionals, students gain real‑world skills and can work toward ASE certification to enhance career opportunities. Training is held in the renovated 49,000‑square‑foot Huling Automotive Technology Center, which features modern service bays, VR classrooms, and safe, industry‑standard tools.