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Automotive Service - Transmission

Trenholm State Community College

Short-Term Certificate

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Short-term certificate covering manual and automatic transmissions and transaxles. Prepares students for transmission specialty technician roles.

Credits

12 credits

Format

In-Person

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Where this program is offered

  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 49-3023.00

Skills

RepairingTroubleshootingCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringEquipment MaintenanceOperation and ControlJudgment and Decision MakingActive Listening

Knowledge

MechanicalCustomer and Personal ServiceComputers and ElectronicsEngineering and Technology

Abilities

Deductive ReasoningManual DexterityProblem SensitivityInductive ReasoningFinger DexterityNear VisionArm-Hand SteadinessControl PrecisionOral ComprehensionInformation Ordering

Tasks

  • Inspect vehicles for damage and record findings so that necessary repairs can be made.
  • Test drive vehicles and test components and systems, using equipment such as infrared engine analyze
  • Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers' performance specifications.

Technology

Facilities management softwareInternet browser softwareData base user interface and query softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM software

Tools

2-channel lab scopes3 pound sledge hammers5 pound sledge hammers5-gas emissions analyzersAdjustable wrenchesAir chiselsAir compressorsAir conditioner chargersAir drillsAir hammersAir sandersAir wrenchesAlignment wrenchesAllen wrenchesAlternating current/direct current AC/DC inductive current clamps

Work Values

SupportIndependenceRelationshipsAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognition
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics49-3023.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Lube, oil, and filter services — perform to manufacturer spec under a senior tech's review.
  • Tire rotation, balance, and pressure — execute correctly on standard passenger vehicles.
  • Multi-point inspection checklists — complete reliably on incoming vehicles.
  • Service writeups in the shop management system — enter accurately under supervision.
  • Hand and power tools — select and use safely on routine maintenance.
  • Brake pad and rotor replacements — perform on common vehicles with senior verification.
  • Battery, wiper, and lamp replacements — complete to spec on quick-service tickets.
  • Lift safety and vehicle support — apply consistently across the shop.
  • Manufacturer service intervals — locate and follow in service information systems.
  • Shop housekeeping and waste handling — maintain to environmental standards.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
26%
Placement Rate
3%