Automotive Technology
Introduction
The Automotive Technology program prepares students with diversified employment skills and knowledge as master automotive technicians, including hands-on instruction in brakes; suspension and steering; manual drivetrain and transaxles; electrical/electronic systems; engine performance; preventative maintenance; safety; professionalism; and workplace relations.
Objectives
- Demonstrate safe working habits and practice.
- Demonstrate the service, maintenance, operation, and function of the core systems related to automotive vehicles.
- Build and maintain good working relationships.
Courses and Syllabi
Syllabi
Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students.
View syllabi for Automotive Department courses (opens in a new tab)
Program Courses
How to Apply
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About Your Program
Bridgerland Technical College is open year-round. Most programs are open-entry, which means you can start the program at the beginning of every month as long as there is space available. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates here.
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Admission to the College
Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.
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Programmatic Requirements
Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.
Prerequisites: Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate (courses must be complete with a B or better for enrollment eligibility) OR ASE G1 Certification.
Prerequisites Documentation Form (opens in a new tab)
Students must have a valid driver's license.
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Enrollment/Registration
Once the programmatic requirements have been completed, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and arrange.
The first month's payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary. If you have any questions, Student Services can be reached at (435) 753-6780 or studentservices@btech.edu or you can visit in person at the Logan Campus.
Financial Aid
FAFSA – Pell Grant
Checklist
- Social Security Number OR your Alien Registration number (if you're not a U.S. citizen)
- Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
- Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
- Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
The Process
- BTECH receives student FAFSA records.
- Financial Aid will send an email to students to create a VerifyMyFafsa account.
- The student creates an account and submits the required documentation.
- Students will complete enrollment with BTECH.
- Financial Aid will email the student a link to schedule a required Financial Aid Offer meeting.
- Pell Grant is disbursed.
Scholarships
Checklist
- Your Student ID
- Letter of recommendation
- Personal history and career objective
- High school transcript
The Process
- Soft deadline: the 5th of each month.
- BTECH reviews applications submitted during the previous month.
- Award decisions are based on eligibility and available funds.
- Students are notified of award results (timelines may vary).
- If awarded, students receive next-step instructions to accept the award.
- BTECH disburses scholarship funds according to requirements.
Veterans
- Complete the Veterans checklist (opens in a new tab)
- Reach out to the VA Certifying Official at nmcinelly@btech.edu.
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Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region.