The General Automotive Technology program at San Diego Miramar College has the same rigor and technical quality as the college’s Honda PACT and Toyota TECS Elite programs, with the added benefit of training on several manufacturer brands. Students take classroom theory alongside extensive hands-on shop training that prepares them for entry-level employment. The program also offers professional development for technicians already working in the industry. Coursework covers every area tested for ASE certification, along with Bureau of Automotive Repair (BAR) training for state licensure.
Manufacturer training is built into the program through Mopar CAP, Ford ACE, Subaru University, and Audi Academy. Students earn brand-specific training and credentials without committing to a single manufacturer. That prepares them for a mixed-fleet shop or for whichever brand they decide to pursue.
The program works closely with local industry leaders, which connects students to careers with independent repair shops, specialty suppliers, distributors, dealerships, and franchises across the greater San Diego region. When internships are available, students can work at a repair facility while they finish their coursework, and many are hired full-time by their internship employers.
