WVC's Automotive Tech Program is a member of the National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium headquartered at West Virginia University and is NATEF certified. The WVC program received an award for Environmental Excellence from the Washington State Department of Ecology.

The automotive technician training program, taught by ASE certified instructors, is designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive repair field. It combines theory classes with practical shop work to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to service today’s modern vehicles. Student achievement is based upon demonstrated performance ability and testing in all required areas.

Courses in the automotive technician training program uses a competency-based mode of instruction. This enhances the teaching/learning process through emphasis on actual, demonstrated learning objectives. Student achievement is based upon demonstrated ability to perform, which promotes individualized instruction and more flexible learning time.

In addition to general college requirements, enrollment in the automotive technician training program is contingent upon maintaining specific scholastic standards. Students must pass each automotive course with a grade of "C" or better to be eligible to receive the associate of technical sciences degree.

Students may elect to use a set of tools provided (for a $75 deposit) while they are acquiring their own set of tools during the program.

Automotive Technology (ATS)
Students who complete the ATS in Automotive Technology will be able to:

• Demonstrate skills and knowledge in:

• the fundamentals of operation of heating and air conditioning system and their components.
• the use of the scan tools, lab scopes and various diagnostic equipment in the automotive industry.
• the use of the various scan tools used to test anti-lock brake systems components and sensors.
• the use of the various automotive scan tools, lab scopes and diagnostic equipment used in the automotive industry while testing engine management systems.
• the use of tools to test, remove, disassemble, install and service the air conditioning system components.

• Demonstrate the ability to:

• locate, use and analyze information and technology resources to perform workplace duties.
• think critically (analyze, synthesize, evaluate and apply, problem solve, reason quantitatively and qualitatively) in workplace environments.
• act responsibly as an individual and as a member of a team or group in a workplace environment.

• Acquire training and education to seek employment or advance in current employment in the automotive industry.

• Develop a foundation to continue their studies in automotive technology or related fields.