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Studying Automotive Technology at Weber State

Weber State University's automotive program equips students with a passion for automotive and advanced technology, preparing them for successful careers with top automotive industry leaders.

Automotive Technology Highlights

Students learn in a premier automotive facility located on the Weber State Davis Campus. Graduates are often recruited by most of the world’s major automobile manufacturers, such as Ford, General Motors, Kia, Rivian, Subaru, Tesla and Volkswagen.

The program also allows you to become certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Upon completion of the program and the required work experience as set by ASE, students may sit in on A1-A8 or T1-T8, G1, xEV Level 1 and 2, and L3 certifications provided by ASE.

Beyond the Classroom

In Weber State’s automotive technology program, you can gain real work experience through paid internships with local automotive service shops, suppliers, and corporate manufacturers.

Dimitare Tatchukov

Class of 2016

“What drew me to Weber State was the success of the previous graduates. Manufacturers come to Weber State to recruit us. A lot of students here would get invited to do internships and after their internships, many of them get full-time positions when they graduate."

What You’ll LEARN at Weber

With an Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology degree emphasizing Electrical Engineering Technology, students learn about powertrain and propulsion systems, automotive electrical systems, embedded systems and microcontrollers, advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting, electric and hybrid vehicle technology, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and networking and communication systems.

With an Automotive Service Technology degree, students gain a broad range of skills and knowledge in vehicle systems and repair, diagnostics, troubleshooting, automotive electronics and computerized systems, shop safety and procedures, customer service and business skills.

What You CAN DO After Weber

Automotive and Vehicle Engineering Technology graduates are well equipped for careers in automotive electronics, electric vehicle technology, embedded systems, autonomous vehicle technology, and diagnostics and testing for manufacturers and suppliers.

Automotive Service graduates can pursue careers as automotive technicians, service managers, warranty representatives, or specialists in emerging technologies like EVs and autonomous vehicles.

If you have questions, contact a WSU Career Advisor.

Faculty Perspective

Name

I like seeing the students learn, progress and enhance their skills and knowledge to a point where they can start a career, not just a job.

John Kelly

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It's rewarding when the student gains the confidence to solve challenging problems on their own.

Scott Hadzik