Automotive Technology, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
- Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
Program Snapshot
Your Learning Options
In-person, Hybrid, Online
66 Credit Hours
Estimated Time to Complete
2 years (5 full-time semesters)
In-State Tuition Per Credit Hour
$176.00 | Calculate your costs
Why Automotive Technology, Original Equipment Manufacturer?
Gain hands-on manufacturer specific experience in automotive diagnostic and repair procedures aligned with current industry trends.
Interested in a comprehensive education without focusing on a specific manufacturer? Learn about our Automotive Technology program.
- Learn from experienced instructors who are Master ASE certified technicians with advanced-level certifications, ensuring top-notch education.
- Graduate as a certified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)-based automotive technician with credentials to work at a franchise OEM dealership.
- Train in modern, state-of-the-art facilities equipped with the latest automotive technologies, providing a cutting-edge learning environment.
Reynolds + T‑TEN
State‑of‑the‑art, hands‑on automotive diagnosis and repair training with an emphasis on skills needed to succeed in the automotive industry.
The Toyota and Lexus Technician Training and Education Network (T‑TEN) is considered the gold standard of automotive manufacturer training. The T‑TEN standard requires program graduates to receive two years of factory certification training that is divided between classroom and lab learning.
Students can earn their Associate’s Degree in Automotive Technology in addition to the Toyota and Lexus-required hands-on training, plus a minimum of two ASE certifications.
Paying for College
We are committed to using all of the available funds to help you gain access to a college education. In fact, more than 91% of our students graduate without any educational debt. In 2023, Reynolds Community College students received over $21 million dollars in grants, loans, work-study and scholarships with the average aid awarded totaling over $4,000 per student.
Payment plans are offered to break down tuition payments. Textbook Assistance and Laptop Lending Programs are also available. Be sure to explore all the types of financial aid available as well!
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G3 financial assistance at Reynolds can help cover tuition for select programs like this one! Starting something new or changing a career path can be scary, but if you want to earn workplace certifications or an academic degree that leads to a career, G3 tuition assistance can help remove the financial barrier of going to college.
Why Reynolds?
We are more than a community college.
Reynolds is the key that unlocks the door to your academic and professional success. Here you will find a safe place to start. We will help you explore, dream, succeed, try, and try again. Our amazing faculty and highly personalized advisors, your Reynolds Navigators, are well known for guiding you to discover that "aha moment.” That means an outstanding college experience, less debt, more freedom, and a solid start on your future.
Our program understands the importance of balancing work and education, offering a schedule tailored to accommodate students working while pursuing their degree.
Students will work in a paid internship throughout the entirety of the program. Many students receive job offers from local dealerships before graduation. Learn while you earn!
Graduates are prepared to take the prestigious Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams (A1 - A8), opening doors to various career paths.
Class Highlights
AUT 180 - Introduction to Dealer Operations
Explains shop safety, professionalism, basic automotive service strategies, and proper operation of equipment and tools.
AUT 280 - Engine Mechanical - OEM
Study gasoline and/or diesel engine construction, operation, diagnosis, and service and repair.
AUT 283 - Drivetrain Systems I - OEM
Study the operation, inspection, diagnosis, service, and repair of various drivetrain systems.
Program Roadmap
Get all the details on our Automotive Technology program, including class sequences, admission requirements, financial considerations, and more.
The only secret is to keep going… If you fall 100 times then you get up 101 times.
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Additional Program Information
PURPOSE: This curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the automotive repair industry as an apprentice-level, factory-trained technician. Students will be trained in manufacturer-specific repair procedures using newer vehicles and OEM-specific equipment provided by the manufacturer.
PROGRAM NOTES: Currently, Reynolds Community College has the Toyota T-TEN OEM program. Successful students will graduate with an Associate of Applied Science Degree, two years of practical experience, industry certifications through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), and receive OEM credentials as a certified technician. This program is accredited through the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation and all instructors are ASE Certified Master technicians as well as OEM-certified instructors.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES: Students will graduate as a certified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)-based automotive technician who will be credentialed to work at a franchise OEM dealership. This degree can provide opportunities to become a Master Technician, Shop Foreman, Service Manager, Parts Manager, or OEM-based Field Service Representative. The industry credentials earned through this degree are nationally recognized.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: In addition to the general college admission requirements, the following are required prior to admission into the program:
- 18 Years of Age
- Valid Driver’s License
- Three-year, clean driving record (or no offenses if driving less than 3 years)
- Able to fulfill all hiring requirements at a new car dealership service department and maintain a position at the dealer for the duration of the program.
- The OEM program is selective/competitive entry and students must meet with the Automotive Program Head prior to beginning any automotive courses in this program.
- Students who are interested, but not ready to commit, can self-enroll in the SDV 101-Orientation to Automotive Careers online course. This course is required for any of the Reynolds automotive programs, and also satisfies the college’s SDV 100 requirement.
ACCREDITATION: This program is accredited through the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation and all instructors are ASE Certified Master technicians with advanced-level certifications.
INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: A mandatory internship component in the first year ensures real-world application of skills, offering valuable practical experience. Graduates boast potentially two years of practical experience and industry certifications through ASE.
SELECTIVE ENTRY AND MENTORSHIP: The program offers selective entry, prioritizing students working in the automotive repair field. Benefit from mentorship opportunities with dealer technicians, providing invaluable insights and guidance.
COMPUTER COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT:Students in this program will meet the college’s computer competency requirement by successfully completing the SDV 101 - Orientation to Automotive Careers (Bridge) and AUT 180 - Introduction to Dealer Operations courses.
