Automotive & Light Duty Truck Technician is a Diploma program offered by Fox Valley Technical College in Appleton, WI. Tuition is $10,200 total.
Program Overview
Automotive repair work will be your specialty in this career field, where you'll find employment in a professional service garage or dealership. Your hands-on training will give you a good working knowledge of all the systems used in late model cars. You'll learn how to accurately diagnose issues and identify the necessary repairs. In addition to engine testing and rebuilding, your training will cover fuel injection systems, on-board diagnostics, climate control systems, electrical systems, brakes, transmissions, steering and suspension systems and more.
Career Opportunities
- Automotive Technician
- Maintenance Technician
- Master Technician
- Owner
- Service Manager
Admissions Requirements
An academic skills assessment is required for admission into this program or the following: High School GPA of 2.75 or higher OR provide completion of associate’s or higher degree OR; 165 or higher on your 2014 series GED tests OR; ACT OR Accuplacer to waive to the general education level; The cost of the Accuplacer assessment is $15; Catalog #: 94100100; Learn more at
www.fvtc.edu/Assessment
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School Information
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Application Process
- 1Submit ApplicationComplete the online application form with your personal information and educational background.
- 2Submit TranscriptsProvide official high school transcripts or GED certificate. Some programs may require additional documentation.
- 3Financial AidComplete the FAFSA to determine eligibility for federal financial aid. Meet with a financial aid advisor to review your options.Complete FAFSA Application
- 4EnrollmentOnce accepted, complete enrollment paperwork, register for classes, and attend orientation.
Curriculum
| Component | Credits |
|---|---|
| Occupational Specific | 49 |
| Occupational Supportive | 6 |
Program total: 55 credits.
Estimated Cost
Fox Valley Technical College publishes an estimated cost for this program: $10,200 based on current tuition and fees, plus $420 additional materials and supplies and $300 textbooks.
The college's 2026-2027 rate for Wisconsin residents is $157.45 per credit for both Associate Degree and Technical Diploma programs, with a $14.20 per credit student activity fee, a $6.00 standard material fee per lecture course, and $4.50 per semester for student accident insurance. Out-of-state tuition is $236.18 per credit and does not apply to online classes. The application fee is $30.00, non-refundable.
Accreditation
Fox Valley Technical College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the Wisconsin Technical College System.
This program is certified by the ASE Education Foundation. ASE accredited programs ensure that the automotive technician education is upheld to the highest quality learning standards set by industry experts. An ASE accredited program also prepares students for achieving Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) technician certification. Faculty who teach this program are ASE certified professionals.