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Beyond the World of Automotive Technology

October 19th, 2021

driver pressing button on futuristic dashboard interface in carAutomotive technology has become increasingly sophisticated, incorporating both technology and innovation to improve the industry. Today, automotive industry stakeholders rely on hybrid/diesel engines, computer microprocessors, multimedia entertainment systems, and wireless internet technology to develop unique innovations.

As the industry becomes more sophisticated, the need for more skilled labor increases. The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that job opportunities for mechanics will continue to increase, adding to the additional 124,800 jobs that were available in 2020.

As much as there are many opportunities in this field, there is a need for students to find the best training and preparation for the task ahead. At Pennco Tech, we offer an Automotive Technology Program in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania that focuses on producing graduates who are more than mechanics.

The Benefits of Being More than a Mechanic

The automotive industry is looking for specialized skilled labor, and being more than just a mechanic can open you up to the following opportunities:

  • Freedom to work on your projects from start to finish- after all, you have all the needed skills.
  • Guaranteed job stability.
  • It allows you to advance your career.
  • Have a better understanding of how things work the way they do in the industry.
  • Realize your financial goals.
  • Enjoy what you like doing—working with your hands.

Who is Eligible?

The basic requirement for you to join our program is having a passion for working on cars. Are you willing to learn new and fascinating facts about vehicles? If so, our Automotive Technology program is perfect for you.

At Pennco Tech, we focus mainly on offering hands-on training to work on vehicles with the latest technology, including hybrid vehicles. We give you everything that you will need to thrive in the automotive industry.

What is Included in Our Automotive Technology Classes?

We believe that today’s automotive industry requires highly skilled technicians who can handle sophisticated industrial equipment, diagnose issues, and repair high-end vehicles as needed.

As a result, our program ensures that our students are well-versed with both mechanical workings and the vehicles’ computerized components. Our program is set up in a way that, upon completion, students should be able to perform the following technical duties:

  • Use computerized diagnostic equipment and specialty tools.
  • Have in-depth knowledge of how electrical systems operate.
  • Hybrid safety, training, and service maintenance.
  • Be familiar with hunter alignment racks and laser alignment equipment.
  • Easily identify mechanical problems.
  • Handle specialized and automotive A/C equipment.

Why Pennco Tech is Your Ideal Option

If you are looking for a training program in automotive technology that will spearhead you right into your career, Pennco Tech is the right place for you. Our program’s graduates always have jobs in different automotive technology fields, such as:

  • Automotive service technicians
  • Automotive service mechanics
  • Electronic equipment installers and repairers
  • Engine and suspension tuning
  • Diagnostic technicians
  • Preventative maintenance technicians

Aside from that, we are among the few institutions with over 95% of students receiving financial aid. We have more than 15,800 graduates under our belt, and still counting, our Blackwood campus is recognized as a School of Excellence by the ACCSC. Our programs are very flexible to fit every student.

The Key Takeaway

The automotive technology industry is constantly evolving, and you can continue to grow with it as long as you have the required skills. As technology advances, various mechanical aspects become sophisticated, hence the need to be more than just a regular mechanic.

One way of achieving this is by joining a renowned institution that offers comprehensive automotive technology programs. Pennco Tech is one proven institution with plenty of job opportunities for its graduates to pick from.

Enroll with Pennco Tech today to get your career started. Contact us and learn more about our programs available at our Bucks County location in Bristol, PA, and Blackwood, NJ.

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