About
Automotive Technology at Bates Technical College - Downtown Campus in Tacoma, Washington, prepares students to diagnose mechanical malfunctions, service automotive systems, and perform repairs in an automotive repair facility. The program leads to an Associate in Applied Science degree and prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence certification tests. Instruction takes place through web-enhanced face-to-face courses in an active campus auto service facility and runs for eight quarters, with enrollment points in fall, winter, spring, and summer. Training covers engines, transmissions, fuel injection, electrical systems, brakes, steering and suspension, diagnostic equipment, repair procedures, customer service, and safety practices. The curriculum aligns with the ASE Education Foundation and follows Automotive Service Excellence certification requirements.
At a glance
- Format: Hybrid
- Leads to: ASE certification tests
Organization
Bates Technical College - Downtown Campus
Bates Technical College is a career-focused institution in Tacoma, Washington, with pathways spanning healthcare, public safety, business, advanced manufacturing, and technology. Dreambound-listed fields include Certified Nursing Assistant, Practical Nurse, Dental Assisting, Phlebotomy, HVAC, and Welding, among others. Its programs combine technical and theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience, and several pathways use workplace-style labs or industry-relevant tools. Advanced Manufacturing covers precision tooling, machining, and CNC equipment, while Health Sciences includes direct and indirect patient-care occupations. Business and Communication supports professional, entrepreneurial, and digital work, and Education and Public Safety includes early childhood education, fire service, and public safety administration. The college also offers Hospitality training through Culinary Arts and STEM programs focused on information technology, robotics, mechatronics, electronics, and engineering. Career pathways are organized around exploration of occupational fields and preparation for entry-level positions.