Automotive Technology Bachelor – Rio Hondo College

Automotive Technology
Bachelor of Science

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Marius Dornean

Instructor, Heavy Equipment Technology

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"Heavy equipment technicians are one of the top 15 careers necessary for us in California, and that's not going to end anytime soon because the technology is quickly evolving..."

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Steve Tomory

Instructor, Automotive

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"Our program is certified and recognized by current industry standards, so we are accredited by local state and national automotive technology organizations..."

Spring/Summer 2024 Application

The deadline is May 3, 2024.
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Contact the CTE Division for more information
at 562-908-3460

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Southern California’s strong base of automotive and transportation related industries offers promising employment opportunities for the future graduates of the Bachelor of Science in Automotive Technology.

NATEF/ASE CERTIFIED PROGRAM

Rio Hondo College’s Automotive Technology Lower Division Program is NATEF/ASE certified. The standards reflect the skills that students must master to be successful in the automotive industry.

CURRENT AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS/INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS

Credit for Prior Learning Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) is a process that allows adult students, including veterans, to earn college credits based on their previous experiences, industry certifications, and knowledge. Learn more

Our Program

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Automotive Technology is designed to prepare an individual for a wide variety of technology-based careers within the Transportation Industry Sector. Our current program—which is well aligned with the automotive industry both regionally and nationally—provides a solid foundation for the development of the new bachelor’s program.