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Prepare for a rewarding career in one of today's most in-demand industries. Highlands College's Automotive Technology program combines hands-on training, expert instruction, and real-world experience to help you build the skills employers are looking for.

Why Study Automotive Technology at Highlands College of º£½ÇÆƽâ°æ?

At Highlands, you'll learn by doing. Our program combines classroom instruction with extensive hands-on training in a modern automotive lab, giving you the technical knowledge and practical experience needed to succeed in today's rapidly evolving automotive industry. With small class sizes, affordable tuition, and personalized instruction, you'll graduate ready to begin your career with confidence.

Learn from Industry Professionals

Our experienced faculty bring years of real-world automotive expertise into the classroom and stay current with the latest technologies and industry advancements. Students benefit from personalized, one-on-one instruction, hands-on learning, and small class sizes that foster individual growth. 

Throughout the program, you'll gain access to professional-grade service information and training resources, available both on campus and remotely while you're enrolled.

Graduate with Valuable Industry Certifications

Students have the opportunity to earn credentials that strengthen their resumes and demonstrate job-ready skills, including: 

• ASE Entry-Level Certification Exams 

• Snap-on certifications in Modis Edge scan tools, battery charging systems, and digital multimeters 

• EPA Section 609 Certification for R12, R134A, and R-1234yf refrigerant handling 

• Light-duty diesel training 

• Hybrid and electric vehicle training

Professional Tools and Student Discounts

As a Highlands student, you'll have 24/7 access to ALLDATA service information, one of the automotive industry's leading repair information systems. You'll also receive exclusive discounts on professional tools from Snap-on, Matco, and Carlyle, helping you build your toolkit while saving money. 

Train with Industry-Standard Equipment

You'll work with the same advanced equipment and diagnostic technology used in today's leading repair facilities. Our curriculum is designed to prepare you for modern automotive careers by providing experience with current industry tools and technologies. 

Strong Industry Connections

Highlands College has built lasting partnerships with respected regional employers who actively recruit our graduates. Companies such as Pape Material Handling, Denny Menholt Ford, the Butte Auto family of dealerships, and Dee's Motors in Anaconda recognize the quality of a Highlands Automotive education and regularly seek our graduates for employment opportunities.

Earn While You Learn

Many of our industry partners offer flexible work schedules, paid employment opportunities, and tuition assistance while you complete your education. These partnerships allow you to gain valuable work experience, earn income, and build professional connections before graduation.

What is Automotive Technology?

You’ll learn how to inspect, maintain, and repair a variety of vehicles with engines, including electric vehicles.

What Kinds of Jobs do Automotive Technology Graduates Get?

Jobs are likely available wherever there are cars; meaning this degree and the accompanying skills are portable. Graduates of this program can be found serving in a number of positions at employers ranging from automotive dealerships, independent garages, industrial mines to the oil fields and utility companies.

Explore Classes in Automotive Technology

Courses focus on technical hands-on skills in gasoline and light duty engines; automatic and manual transmissions; up-to-date scanners, scopes, meters, probes for diagnostic analysis; diagnostic and re-charge of A/C systems; braking tools, lathes and application and four-wheel alignments.