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About Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician

Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician programs prepare individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles. Includes instruction in brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems.

Of the 3,900 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician degrees granted each year at the Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years level, men make up 95% percent and women make up 5% percent of the field of study. Did you know that New Jersey has more students graduating with a degree in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician than any other state? In fact, New Jersey granted 608 degrees last year! The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician is $0.

Popularity of Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician Degrees in the U.S.
This heat map represents the states that have the highest percent of Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician degrees compared to all other degrees awarded in that state.
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Careers

The highest paying jobs for Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician majors include Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics and Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles. However, another thing to consider is how much demand there is for specific jobs. Jobs that are in high need that a degree in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician can prepare you for are Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment and Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
3,900
Female Students
196 (5%)
Male Students
3,704 (94%)
White (1,757, 45%)
Hispanic or Latino (1,113, 29%)
Black or African American (400, 10%)
Race/ethnicity unknown (315, 8%)
Two or more races (184, 5%)
Asian (89, 2%)
American Indian or Alaska Native (22, 1%)
U.S. Nonresident (12, <1%)
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander (8, <1%)

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