Manufacturer Specific Automotive Service Technology

Manufacturer Specific Automotive Service Technology

Program Objective :

The Manufacturer Specific Automotive Service Technology (MSAST) program is committed to providing educational support through the Technician Training and Education Network program in order to prepare students for professional positions of distinction in the automotive service technology repair industry. Miami Lakes Educational Center and Technical College will strive to meet and exceed the needs of our students, graduates, faculty, community, and business partners by providing innovative and competitive programs and utilizing assistance from Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc., and Toyota / Lexus Dealerships in the educational and employment process.

The Manufacturer Specific Automotive Service Technology program provides students with the technical knowledge and skills for employment as Toyota or Lexus Technician Specialists in the automotive industry. This program includes a combination of classroom theory and practical experience at the school and dealerships on Toyota / Lexus automobiles. This program is certified by the National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF). Students are eligible to join the SkillsUSA.

Program Content :

The content includes but is not limited to broad, transferable skills and stresses understanding and demonstration of the following elements of the Automotive industry; planning, management, finance, technical and product skills, underlying principles of technology, labor issues, community issues and health, safety, and environmental issues.

• Electrical Systems
• Standard and Anti-Lock Brake Systems
• Air Conditioning and Heating System
• Emission Control Systems
• Transmissions and Transaxles
• Suspension Systems
• Hybrids
• On-the-job Training
• Employability Skills / Safety

Length of Program :

The average length of this program is 2400 hours (approximately 24 months) for students attending full-time. Actual time in class is dependent upon enrollment status and the length of time the student requires to achieve competencies. This program contains nine occupational completion points designed to prepare students for various entry level jobs within this occupational area.

Admission Requirements :

Entrance Dates :

The program is offered in a two-year cohort interval. Please contact the MSAST department for specific start dates. For more information please call (305) 557-1100 to speak to a counselor.

Graduation Requirements :

Mathematics 10, Language 10, Reading 10.

Program Cost :

OCP : COURSE NUMBER

COURSE TITLE

COURSE LENGTH

A AER0011 Automotive Maintenance Technician 400 hours

B AER0118 Advanced Engine Repair Technician 200 hours

C AER0258 Advanced Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Technician 200 hours

D AER0275 Advanced Manual Drivetrain and Axle Technician 200 hours

E AER0459 Advanced Automotive Suspension and Steering Technician 200 hours

F AER0419 Advanced Automotive Brake System Technician 200 hours

G AER0319 Advanced Automotive Electrical / Electronic System Technician 400 hours

H AER0173 Advanced Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Technician 200 hours

I AER0506 Advanced Automotive Engine Performance Technician 400 hours

Program Hours :

Monday—Friday 7 : 15 am—12 : 15 pm

Approximately Total Cost :

$8,146.00

Employment Requirements :

MSAST technicians typically start at about $75,000 a year. In some markets, Toyota or Lexus technicians who attain Master status can earn $80,000+ a year, and some even earn more than $100,000 annually. Many MSAST graduates have the potential to earn great money, receive solid benefits, and have a great future — doing what they love.

Job Outlook :

Employment of automotive service technicians and mechanics is projected to have little or no change 0% from 2020 to 2030.

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