Master Automotive Service Technology
Program Description
The Master Automotive Service Technology Program helps to prepare students for employment in the automotive industry. The program will include instruction in operation, diagnosis, and repair; as well as parts and service look-up, invoice completion, and basic maintenance principles and procedures for the modern automobile. The Master Automotive Service Technology Program is NATEF certified as a Masters Automotive Service Technician (MAST) program. To learn more about our Master Automotive Service Technology program, schedule an appointment with Kim Dunn, our Career Specialist / Admissions Advisor.
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Certifications Available
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certification Test
A registration fee is paid only once during a registration window—no matter how many tests you take. FKMTC fees include the registration fee and 1 test per term. Additional tests can be purchased by the student. More information is available at www.ase.com.
College Credit Award
Program completers may receive articulated credit toward an aligned certificate, A.A.S. or A.S. degree program at participating institutions in the Tampa Bay Career Pathways Consortium. Details may be obtained from the Career Specialist / Admissions Advisor and/or School Counselor.
Career Information
Possible careers after two years of post-secondary and/or on-the-job training: Automotive technician, automotive tech assistant, automotive parts clerk, service writer
Possible careers after a four-year university degree: Technical representative, entrepreneur
Basic Skills Exit Requirements
Computations (Mathematics) 10 Communications (Reading and Language Arts) 9
In order to be a program completer, some students must meet minimum math, language, and reading achievement level exit standards on the TABE, unless otherwise exempt, as established by the Florida Department of Education. Additional information can be found on Page 5 of the MTC Catalog.
Uniforms
The uniform for this program consists of the program work shirt and jeans. Orders for work shirts will be taken at the start of class. For safety reasons, it will be necessary to purchase and wear safety glasses and hard leather work shoes with non-skid, oil resistant soles (no tennis shoes). Proper uniform and safety equipment must be worn every day for participation in program activities. Failure to be in proper uniform will hinder student progress.
Tools
Basic hand tools are provided for this program.
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Program Instructors
John Herig Jr., Instructor
Certifications:
Automotive Service Excellence:
– G1R Auto Maintenance and Light Repair
– A4R Suspension & Steering Recert
– A5R Brakes Recert
– A6R Electrical/Electronic Systems Recert
Experience:
35+ Years in Field
Location:
Building 10, Room 10-001
Kyle Foster, Instructor
Certifications:
Automotive Service Excellence Master:
– Engine Repair
– Automatic Transmission
– Manual Drive Train
– Suspension and Steering
– Brakes
– Electrical/Electronic Systems
– HVAC
– Engine Performance
– Hybrid/EV L3
Environment Protection Agency 609
Society of Aerospace and Engineering:
– Lithium Ion Battery Systems
– High Voltage Vehicle Systems
Experience:
15+ Years in Field
Location:
Building 10, Room 10-001
Contact
Kim Dunn, Admissions Advisor
kdunn@pasco.k12.fl.us
727-774-1703
Shelly Hedgespeth, Career Placement Coordinator
mhedgesp@pasco.k12.fl.us
727-774-1710