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Quinsigamond Community College program details include Ford’s Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate and the AAS degree pathway, with outcomes such as ASE Master Technician readiness, broader system knowledge, and transfer options. 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As such, the annual salary could be greater than otherwise projected through regular full-time earnings.  \n􀀟 Automobile technicians and mechanics must continually adapt to changing technology and repair techniques.  \nAutomotive Technology @ QCC  \nQuinsigamond Community College offers both a certificate and a degree program in Automotive Technology.  \nThe Ford Maintenance and Light Repair Program Certificate curriculum was designed by Ford Motor Company to prepare certified light line technicians for Ford/Lincoln/Mercury dealerships. The program features hands-on training on latemodel vehicles, as well as classroom instruction. Upon successful completion, the graduate will be awarded a Certificate in Maintenance and Light Repair. All of the courses required for the certificate will apply towards the Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Technology degree offered by the college.  \nThe Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Technology prepares the graduate to:  \n􀀟 Become an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified Master technician.  \n􀀟 Become knowledgeable in all aspects of automotive systems and service techniques, allowing the graduate to adapt new technology and service procedures as they are developed.  \n􀀟 Transfer to a bachelor degree program at colleges and universities with related fields of study.  \n􀀟 Be capable of growing as a dealership employee, moving up the career ladder. Upon successful completion of the Automotive Technology Program, the graduate will fill the need of the many dealerships and independent repair shops in the Central Massachusetts area and beyond.  \nCareer Options TIRE TECHNICIAN  \nMedian Annual Salary: $23,170  \nRecommended Education: High School diploma (H.S.) or G.E.D., and additional training [www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3093.00](www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3093.00)  \nAUTO ELECTRICIAN  \nMedian Annual Salary: $28,450  \nRecommended Education: H.S. diploma orA.S. [www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-2096.00](www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-2096.00)  \nMASTER AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN  \nMedian Annual Salary: $35,790  \nRecommended Education: Vocational School with training, or Associate Degree (A.S.) [www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3023.01](www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3023.01)  \nFUEL INJECTION TECHNICIAN  \nMedian Annual Salary: $36,310  \nRecommended Education: H.S. or G.E.D., and additional training [www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-2031.00](www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-2031.00)  \nAUTOMOBILE DAMAGE APPRAISER  \nMedian Annual Salary: $56,230  \nRecommended Education: A.S. or Bachelor Degree (B.S.) [www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-1032.00](www.onetonline.org/link/summary/13-1032.00)  \nWorcester Area Employers  \n􀂃 Harr Motor Group  \n􀂃 Worcester Tire Company  \n􀂃 Acme Transmission  \n􀂃 Herb Chambers Companies  \n􀂃 Demers Auto Service Group  \n􀂃 Meineke Car Care Center  \n􀂃 Sunnyside Ford Motor Company  \n􀂃 Langway Ford, Inc.  \n􀂃 W.J. Hoey Tire Company  \n􀂃 C&RTire Company  \nNext Steps  \nWondering if Automotive Technology is right for you?  \n􀀟 Take a Career Assessment to match your interests with potential careers: [www.qcc.mass.edu/t3/ort/sites.html\\#careerassess](www.qcc.mass.edu/t3/ort/sites.html#car","cbCailEdvokYRWJq","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCailEdvokYRWJq","pdf",119690,"English","# Introduction\n## Automotive Technology @ QCC\n# Career Options\n## Worcester Area Employers\n# Next Steps\n## Sources Used","[{\"question\":\"What background and interests match an Automotive Technology career?\",\"answer\":\"The guide asks whether you enjoy hands-on work, have strong problem-solving skills, and are interested in cars, with an emphasis on wanting a career in the automotive industry.\"},{\"question\":\"What programs does Quinsigamond Community College offer in Automotive Technology?\",\"answer\":\"QCC offers a Ford Maintenance and Light Repair Program Certificate and an Associate in Applied Science in Automotive Technology degree, with certificate courses applying toward the degree.\"},{\"question\":\"What career options and education paths are highlighted?\",\"answer\":\"The document lists roles such as Tire Technician, Auto Electrician, Master Automotive Technician, Fuel Injection Technician, and Automobile Damage Appraiser, each with a median annual salary and recommended education such as high school/GED, additional training, vocational school, or A.S./B.S. pathways.\"}]","Automotive Technology - Career Focus and QCC Program | PDF",1790934263]