Programs
- Accounting – AAS Degree
- Accounting – Certificate
- Administrative Assistant – AAS Degree
- Adult Cardiac Diagnostic Medical Sonography – AAS Degree
- Agribusiness Management – AAS Degree
- Auto Collision Technology – AAS Degree
- Auto Collision Technology – Basic Certificate
- Auto Collision Technology – Master Certificate
- Automotive Services Technology – AAS Degree
- Automotive Services Technology – Basic Certificate
- Automotive Services Technology – Hybrid/EV Certificate
- Automotive Services Technology – Master Certificate
- Biomedical Electronics Technician – Certificate
- Biomedical Electronics Technology – AAS Degree
- Business Management – Certificate
- CNC Machinist – Certificate
- Computer Forensics – AAS Degree
- Computer Information Systems – AAS Degree
- Computer Information Systems – Certificate
- Computer Networking – Certificate
- Computer Support & Networking – AAS Degree
- Construction Management Technology – AAS Degree
- Cosmetology – AAS Degree
- Cosmetology – Certificate
- Cosmetology Teacher Program – Certificate
- Criminal Justice – AAS Degree
- Customer Service – Certificate
- Cyber-Security/Information Assurance – AAS Degree
- Dental Assisting – Certificate
- Digital Media Technology – AAS Degree
- Digital Media Technology – Certificate
- Early Childhood Education (Career) – AAS Degree
- Early Childhood Education (Career) Infant Toddler – Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Director’s Credential – Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Family Childcare – Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Gateways ECE Level 2 – Certificate
- Early Childhood Education Gateways ECE Level 3 – Certificate
- Electrical Engineering Technology – AAS Degree
- Electronics Technician – Certificate
- Electronics Technology – AAS Degree
- Emergency Medical Services – AAS Degree
- Emergency Medical Services – Certificate
- Emergency Medical Technician – Certificate
- Heating and Air Conditioning – AAS Degree
- Heating and Air Conditioning – Certificate
- Home Performance Specialist – Certificate
- Hospitality Management – AAS Degree
- Hospitality Management Operations – Certificate
- Industrial Maintenance – AAS Degree
- Industrial PLC Systems – Certificate
- Information System Technician – Certificate
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology – AAS Degree
- Medical Assistant – Certificate
- Medical Clerk – Certificate
- Medical Laboratory Technology – AAS Degree
- Nursing – Practical Nursing Full-Time Program – Certificate
- Nursing – Practical Nursing Part-Time Program – Certificate
- Nursing (ADN) Full-Time Program – AAS Degree
- Nursing (ADN) Hybrid Online Full-Time – AAS Degree
- Nursing (ADN) Part-Time Program – AAS Degree
- Nursing Assistant – Certificate
- Occupational Therapy Assistant – AAS Degree
- Office Assistant – Certificate
- Personal Trainer – Certificate
- Phlebotomy – Certificate
- Small Business Management – AAS Degree
- Surgical Technology – AAS Degree
- Surveying Technician – Certificate
- Welding – Advanced SMAW (Stick) Welding Technology – Certificate
- Welding – Basic GMAW (MIG) Welding Technology – Certificate
- Welding – Basic GTAW (TIG) Welding Technology – Certificate
- Welding – Basic SMAW (Stick) Welding Technology – Certificate
- Welding Technology – AAS Degree
- Welding Technology – Certificate
Automotive Services Technology
Associate in Applied Science
The Automotive Technology AAS degree at John A. Logan College prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to repair, service, and maintain all types of automobiles and light trucks. Through classroom instruction and hands-on training, you will learn how to diagnose, service, and repair brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, suspension and steering, automatic and manual transmissions and drive trains, and heating and air condition systems. Students will also participate in an auto services lab that will give them an opportunity to participate in all jobs (service manager, service technician, parts technician, quick lube specialist, etc.) of an automotive services shop.
Students who complete the Automotive Technology AAS degree are halfway to earning a bachelor’s degree in Automotive Technology at SIUC. Please refer to the Transfer Planning webpage for more information. https://www.jalc.edu/academic-advisement/transfer-planning/
What You Can Do
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks. Most automotive service technicians work in a repair shop or at an automotive dealership. Technicians also identify and fix automotive problems with computers, but they also work with parts and tools. Industry certification is sometimes required depending on the place of employment. Jumpstart your automotive career at JALC!
Jobs
- Service Technician
- Brake Technician
- Diagnostic Technician
Earning Potential
Example: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics: https://www.bls.gov/ooh/installation-maintenance-and-repair/automotive-service-technicians-and-mechanics.htm
Modes of Instruction
Learn more about the modes of instruction offered at John A. Logan College.
Program Details
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Automotive Faculty Contact.
Joseph Roach
Professor – Auto Collision/Auto Services
Email: josephroach@jalc.edu
Phone: (618) 985-2828 Ext. 8445
Office: VOC7