Westwood College Automotive Technology Program (Mechanic School Review)

In Westwood College‘s automotive technology Associate degree program, you’ll learn by doing training labs that feature modern automotive testing equipment, such as handheld scanners, alignment machines, and the latest computerized diagnostic tools. By combining hands-on training with classroom theory, the program offers the advantage of having already applied the skills that will be required of you once you start your career.

Upon successful completion of the program, you will be able to:

• Work within line and unit systems, including fuel delivery, brake ignition, suspension, and electric automotive temperature control systems.
• Diagnose, service, and make minor repairs.
• Operate engine and emission controls, as well as dictate how powertrain components affect the performance of newer cars.

Westwood College’s degree has been evaluated by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and meets the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards of quality for the training of automobile technicians in all areas including:

• Brakes
• Electrical/electronic systems
• Engine performance
• Suspension and steering
• Automatic transmission and transaxle
• Engine repair
• Heating and air conditioning
• Manual drive train and axles

Automotive Technology Program Curriculum

You will learn theory and get hand-on lab time training in a wide variety of automotive systems including:

• Advanced Automotive Engine Performance
• Automatic Suspension and Steering
• Automotive Electronics
• Automotive Brake System
• Automotive A/C and Climate Control Systems
• Automotive Engine Rebuilding
• General Education courses

College Closed

Westwood canceled all enrolment on November 12, 2015, due to low enrollment and fresh rules from the government. Westwood announced the closure of all 15 sites on March 29, 2016.

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