Automotive Technology
The Automotive Technology Degree Program curriculum provides the theoretical and practical knowledge needed to work in the field of automotive technology. Graduates earn an Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Technology degree. There are certificate programs in: Automotive Technology, Automotive Brake and Suspension, Engine Repair, Engine Performance and Transmission, and Diesel Truck.
The Automotive Technology degree curriculum provides the student with a working knowledge of automotive repair on today’s high-tech, computerized automobile. Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to seek employment as an auto repair technician in a dealership or the aftermarket and can move into advanced automotive opportunities, such as service advising and manufacturer corporate positions. This program is (ASE) Education Foundation certified that maintains high standards in instruction and program aspects.
As an ASE Education Master Automobile Service Technology school, our students complete 1,200 hours combined classroom and lab/shop instructional activities.
Programs & Courses
Other Information
Students enrolled AUT 296 Automotive Internship I are required to apply for and secure an internship with a local industry partner approved by the instructor.
Students must maintain a valid driver’s license, pass an employer background check, maintain an insurable driving record, willing to operate requirement and work in potentially hazardous environment in a safety minded fashion.
The wages for internships will vary from dealership to dealership.
- Manufacturer Level Service Technician
- ASE Certified Service Technician
- Fleet Service Technician
- Service Writer\Consultant
- Service Manager
- Service Shop Owner
- Technical Repair Consultant
- Up-fitter
- Independent Service or Technical Support Contractor
- Automotive Technician
- Automobile Service Advisor
- Automotive Repair Technician
- Automotive Engineer
- Service Manager
- Light Duty Maintenance Technician
- Fleet Repair Technician
- Lube Technician
- Tire Technician
- Automotive General Motors/AC- Northern Illinois University
- Automotive Service Department Management-Northern Illinois University
- Automotive Technology, Associate in Applied Science- Northern Illinois University and Southern Illinois University-Carbondale
Contact Information
Ken Davis
Automotive Technology Chair
Office: T-111
(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3970
kennethdavis@triton.edu
- 25 years as Dealer Level Service Technician
- GM World Class Certified
- ASE Master Certified including G1 and A9
- ASE Advanced Level Certification L1
Christopher May
Full-Time Faculty
Office: T-118
(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3456
christophermay@triton.edu
- 23 years of GM service experience
- 27-year Dealer Technician
- 25-year ASE Certified Master Technician
- ASE Certified A1-A8 plus G1 and L1
- General Motors Certified Technician
- Triton College GM ASEP Graduate-1994
Mohsin Habeeb
Honda PACT Chair
Office: T-114
(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3453
mohsinhabeeb@triton.edu
- 25 years of Honda and Acura service experience
- Master Acura Technician
Acura NSX Technician - ASE Master Certified, Advanced level, Alternative Fuels
Allan Hertko
Diesel Transportation Technology Chair
Office: T-112
708-456-0300, Ext. 3454
allanhertko@triton.edu
- ASE Master Certified Automotive (A1 - A9)Maintenance and Light Repair Technician (G1)
Medium & Heavy Truck (T1 – T8) - 26 years within Automotive & Truck Industry
- 12 years of institutional instruction
Todd Nicklewicz
GM ASEP & AC Delco Chairperson
Office: T-116
708-456-0300 Ext. 3785
toddnicklewicz@triton.edu
- 26-year technician for Bill Stasek Chevrolet A.A.S Triton College 1997
Graduate of ASEP 15 - General Motors Factory trained
- ASE/ Master Automobile Technician
- ASE/ Maintenance and Light Repair Technician Certified
- ASE/ Automobile Advanced Engine Performance L1 Certified
Louie Longhi
Honda PACT, Full-time Faculty Member
Office: T-116
708-456-0300 Ext. 3547
louielonghi@triton.edu
- 40 Years in the automotive industry
- ASE Master Certified including G1
- ASE Advanced Level Certification L1
- ASE Truck Certifications T7R & T6R
- 26 Years as technical supervisor for SKILLS USA IL
- Board Member for North American Council for Automotive Teachers
Lena Musa
Retention Specialist, School of Business Technology
Office: T-144
(708) 456-0300, Ext. 3256
lenamusa@triton.edu