Your coursework will cover classes specific to your area of specialization along with foundational concepts and lessons that invite fresh perspectives.
4+
Semesters
23
Courses
70
Credits
Fall 2026
6 courses 16 credits
67% program-specific courses
Spring 2026
5 courses 15 credits
80% program-specific courses
Summer 2026
3 courses 9 credits
67% program-specific courses
Fall 2027
4 courses 16 credits
50% program-specific courses
Spring 2027
5 courses 14 credits
80% program-specific courses
Please Note: The outlined curriculum assumes a fall semester start for students completing a full credit load schedule without additional developmental math requirements. Students beginning in the spring and summer, taking less than a full load, and/or requiring developmental coursework follow an altered curriculum sequence. Speak to your academic advisor or school office with questions.
2:1
Student-to-Project Ratio
ASE
Accredited Program
100%
Overall Placement
Interested in a career in automotive? Explore the possibilities with Honda PACT students Shawn and Mark. In this video, you’ll learn why they chose Penn College and what they like most about their program. They’ll also show off the labs, explain the various degree options, and talk about the ease of leveling up from certificate to associate’s to bachelor’s.
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Penn College receives awards at the Toyota Green Grand Prix
April 21, 2026
Pennsylvania College of Technology students and faculty earned accolades at the recent Toyota Green Grand Prix in Watkins Glen, New York, a competition that…
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Penn College students experience Moda Miami
March 18, 2026
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WACC automotive grad honored as distinguished alumnus
May 17, 2025
Pennsylvania College of Technology presented Clifford H. “Pep” Martin Jr., of Dade City, Florida, with the Distinguished Alumni Award at its Spring Commencement…
10 Penn College students earn Allan Myers Scholarships
May 01, 2025
Ten Pennsylvania College of Technology students were recently awarded financial assistance through the Allan Myers Corporate Scholars program. Allan Myers, one…
Ciocca dealership donates car to Penn College program
April 17, 2025
Pennsylvania College of Technology is the recipient of a car that will serve as an instructional resource and a marketing vehicle. Volkswagen Group of America…
Penn College earns accolades at the Toyota Green Grand Prix
April 16, 2025
Students and faculty from Pennsylvania College of Technology collected plenty of hardware at the recent Toyota Green Grand Prix in Watkins Glen, New York. The…
Five employers seeking Penn College talent
April 11, 2025
Five employers will host “pop-up” recruiting visits April 14-17. Interested students should stop by these Employer Information Tables to learn more about the…
Penn College programs receive ASE accreditation
March 19, 2025
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Fueling the fun
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Student
Automotive
After spending three years training in automotive at his CTC, Shawn knew a college degree would take him where he wanted to go.
Faculty
Automotive
Seemingly impossible mechanical issues? No worries. Joe loves a challenge.
Student
Automotive
After one semester at his previous school, he said ‘good-bye’ to large lecture halls and ‘hello’ to hands-on learning.
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.
Internships are key for career preparation. Apply your knowledge to the workplace and learn about the industry first-hand with paid internships.
Your college experience is about more than the classroom. Join one of 65+ clubs and organizations, or create your own.
See the world via Williamsport. Take your education abroad and get hands-on experience learning about your industry on a global scale.
Students in the automotive technology: Honda PACT program recently visited the Honda Heritage Center and Honda manufacturing facility in Marysville, Ohio, learning about the history of the Honda Motor Co. and its various technologies, as well as how the manufacturing process relates to their curriculum at Penn College.
Master Automobile Service Technology accredited by the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation.
Students in this major will gain valuable experience through an internship with a Honda/Acura dealership. This relationship with the dealership is vital to successful completion of the major and must be established prior to enrollment.
Students must acquire their own tools and laptop computer as noted below.
See the Tool List for this major.
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College. 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.
Automotive Honda Advisory Committee Members
Mr. Andrew Knorr
Parts Manager
Ciocca Dealership
Mr. Matt Marchiori
Executive Staff for Fixed Operations
Ciocca Dealerships
Ms. Brooklynne Morse
Automotive Technician
Scott Honda
Mr. Joseph Mudlock
Service Manager
Motorworld Honda/Acura
Mr. Jon J Yetter
Honda Service Manager
Ciocca Dealerships
Instructor, Automotive Technology
Professor, Automotive Technology Management
Associate Professor, Automotive Technology
Assistant Professor, Automotive Technology
Assistant Professor, Automotive Technology
Eric Pruden
Instructor, Automotive Technology and Collision Repair
Associate Professor, Automotive Technology
Faculty, Automotive (Honda PACT)
Instructor, Automotive Technology
Robert Vlacich, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Automotive Technology, Department Head
Instructor, Automotive Technology
Automotive Service Sales & Marketing
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Automotive Technology
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Automotive Service Technician
Certificate
Automotive Technology Management
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Automotive Technology Management, Online
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Aviation Technology
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Collision Repair Technology
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Aviation Maintenance Technician
Certificate
Collision Repair Technician
Certificate
Automotive Restoration
Certificate
Aviation Maintenance Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
