Facilities
Modern Fully-Equipped Labs
Test your technical know-how in our expansive two-acre under-roof facility where you’ll have access to late-model vehicles.
About this program
Careers
- General auto technician in a dealership
- Independent garage
- Fleet operation
- Service station
- Self-employment
Courses
At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.
Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.
- Manual Transmission and Transaxle Principles (AMT111)
- Brake Systems (AMT112)
- Steering and Suspension (AMT113)
- Fundamentals of Automatic Transmissions (AMT119)
- Automotive Electrical Fundamentals (AMT109)
- Automotive Fuel and Emission Control Systems (AMT121)
- Engine Principles (AMT122)
- Engine Electrical Systems (AMT126)
- Hybrid Electric Vehicle (AMT104)
- Engine Performance (AMT236)
- Engine Repair (AMT266)
- Powertrain Electronics (AMT264)
- Vehicle Safety Inspection (AMT242)
- Automotive Chassis and Wheel Service (AMT243)
- Automotive Air Conditioning Systems and Service (AMT274)
- Electrical/Electronic Accessory Service (AMT276)
Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.
- Open Elective (OEA)
Industry Partners
Work with experts to become an expert
Penn College's strong partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.
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Student Life
Lead and put your skills to the test
Penn College Motorsports Association
The club activities offer members exclusive exposure to the racing industry with tours of performance shops and opportunities to test their driving ability by participating in track days, autocross, and other driver skill events.
SkillsUSA
Participation in SkillsUSA gives students a chance to compete in more than 80 national competitions.
Student Organizations at Penn College
Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.
News
10.01.2019
Mustang speaker looks to past to inspire tomorrow makers
Students in Penn College’s automotive, collision repair and restoration majors were treated to a colorful recap of recent ...
09.26.2019
Longtime automotive journalist to address ACC audience
Veteran journalist, author and marketer John M. Clor will share his comprehensive insight into the auto industry with the Penn ...
09.26.2019
Penn College among automotive exhibitors at UPMC’s ‘Autumn Fest’
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Study Abroad
Gain global experience
At Penn College, the world is your classroom. Soak in the global experience by taking part in our study abroad program where you’ll study in Italy’s exotic car repair shops.
Student Experience
The community as their classroom
Automotive students, faculty compete in ‘Green Grand Prix’
Members of the Penn College Motorsports Association participated in the 15th annual Toyota Green Grand Prix, which promotes innovation in sustainable transportation technologies while launching the season-opening weekend at New York’s renowned Watkins Glen International racetrack.
More Information
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits ). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Alternative Credit refers to academic credits earned through means other than traditional college course completion, including: credit by exam, articulation, proof of competency gained in high school, work/life experience, and advanced placement.
Visit the Alternative Credit Options page for requirements and procedures and for information on credit through Advanced Placement.
- View the Automotive Required Tools
- View the Automotive Optional Tools
You are required to have a uniform for lab classes. It is recommended that you purchase three uniforms.
Uniforms and tools are available for purchase through The College Store.
- Mr. Tom Barnes, Manager, Steve Shannon Tire and Auto Centers, Inc.
- Mr. Michael Bastian, Owner, Bastian Tire Sales
- Mr. Christopher B Brown, Hyundai Service Manager, Jack Giambalvo Motor Co., Inc.
- Mr. Caleb Cartmell, '16, '18, Automotive Service Advisor, Steve Moyer Subaru
- Mr. Steve Kaiser Jr., General Manager, Fairfield Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram
- Mr. Beau Keyte, '00, Owner, K-Tech Automotive
- Mr. Andrew Leigey, '01, '05, Automotive Instructor, Williamsport Area High School
- Mr. David K Plessinger, '78, Owner, Economy Auto Parts
- Mr. Nick Rieber, '08, '10, Assistant Service Manager, The Faulkner Organization
- Mr. Philip Rizzo, Operations Director, Blaise Alexander Management Company
- Mr. Alan Wyland, Owner, Dave's Service Center
Contact
Admissions Counselor
Lisa Golfieri
SASC, Rm. 1077
800.367.9222 ext. 7515
llg6@pct.edu