Automotive Mechanics

Power Mechanics and Transportation
Award
Diploma
Credits
48
Locations
Calmar, Peosta
Entry
Fall
Time to Complete
12 Months
Male Auto student working on an engine

While classroom instruction is an important component of the program, you will spend a majority of your time in a full-service auto mechanics lab right on campus, learning to diagnose, document and complete repairs. The lab offers advanced diagnostic equipment to assist in work on automatic transmission/transaxle, brakes, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, heating and air conditioning, manual drivetrain and axles, suspension and steering. You will apply automotive theory while completing repair work while demonstrating accuracy, proficiency and quality.

More than 85 percent of students completing this program are hired as mechanics, with many hired before graduation. You will be prepared to take certification exams by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), a leading indicator of mechanic quality and aptitude.

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$11,004*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$12,588*

Program Supplies

$5,085
* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

Kibbie Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $4,500 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Last-Dollar Scholarship

This state funded scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career programs and pays remaining tuition costs after all other federal and state aid has been applied. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

Vo-Tech Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $1,000 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

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Career Outlook

Enrollment Process

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years. 

Program Information

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Additional Information

Gainful Employment Information

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Program Contacts

Greg Moklestad
Greg Moklestad
Dean of Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Technology and Computer Science
  • moklestadg@nicc.edu
  • 844.642.2338, ext. 2168
  • Peosta