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Higher Technical Degree in

Automotive Mechanics

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Automotive Mechanics

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Higher Technical Degree in Automotive Mechanics

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The automotive sector plays a significant role in the national economy; therefore, professional training is grounded in the principles and procedures of repairing, modifying, and maintaining internal combustion engines gasoline, diesel, and hybrid as well as conventional and electronic automotive systems.

This program enables professionals to:
 
  • Apply both theoretical and practical knowledge of automotive components and system operations to accurately diagnose and correct malfunctions.
  • Identify and detect faults in engines and automotive systems in both light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles.
  • Analyze, plan, and manage preventive and corrective maintenance for diesel and gasoline internal combustion vehicles.
  • Effectively interpret and analyze OBD-II diagnostic codes using automotive scanning tools.
  • Develop and manage entrepreneurial initiatives within the automotive sector.

The Automotive Mechanics Technician is trained as a highly competent professional in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of gasoline and diesel internal combustion vehicles,pplying technical, regulatory, and environmental standards.

  • Diagnosis and Maintenance: Accurately operates automotive diagnostic equipment, interprets OBD-II codes, and consistently applies manufacturer specifications in all procedures.
  • Technical Operations: Selects and utilizes appropriate tools to service automotive mechanisms, executing preventive and corrective maintenance through efficient planning and management.
  • Theoretical–Practical Application: Supports diagnoses through technical testing, validating theoretical knowledge with hands-on practices that ensure reliable outcomes.
  • Problem Solving: Identifies mechanical, electrical, and electronic faults through a structured process of analysis, testing, elimination, and confirmation, ensuring safe and effective repairs.
  • Research and Continuous Improvement: Uses research as a strategic tool to address technical gaps, fostering innovative solutions and preventing operational setbacks.
  • Environmental Responsibility: Demonstrates ecological awareness by properly managing water usage, hazardous waste, and recyclable materials, integrating sustainability into professional practice.

The Higher Technician in Automotive Mechanics is a well-rounded, technically skilled,and ethical professional, capable of addressing industry challenges with precision, innovation, and social responsibility.

  • Technical Competence: Diagnoses, analyzes, and resolves faults in mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems of gasoline and diesel vehicles, applying rigorous processes of testing, elimination, and validation.
  • Maintenance Management: Plans and executes preventive and corrective maintenance, ensuring optimal vehicle performance and safety.
  • Diagnostic Technology: Operates and interprets OBD-II codes and scanning equipment, ensuring accurate and up-to-date diagnostics.
  • Lifelong Learning: Cultivates a research-oriented mindset and continuous professional development to strengthen technical expertise.
  • Professional Values: Demonstrates respect, responsibility, commitment, and integrity, contributing to a positive professional environment and the advancement of the automotive sector.

Environmental Awareness: Promotes responsible practices in water usage, waste management, and recycling, integrating sustainability into every intervention.

  • Automotive Workshops and Service Centers: Diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of gasoline and diesel vehicles.
  • Dealerships and Authorized Service Centers: Specialized technical support, after-sales service, and warranty management.
  • Transportation and Logistics Companies: Fleet management, preventive and corrective maintenance, and technical-operational control of light and heavy vehicles.
  • Heavy Machinery and Agricultural Companies: Repair and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
  • Automotive and Auto Parts Industry: Assembly processes, quality testing, and research and development of emerging technologies.
  • Automotive Diagnostics and Technology Companies: Operation of scanning equipment, OBD-II diagnostic software, and electronic solutions.
  • Entrepreneurship: Establishment and management of independent workshops, mobile maintenance services, or automotive recycling and waste management businesses.

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