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Automotive
Fuel your future with industry-driven curriculums.
Automotive Technology Management
Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
Automotive Technology Management, Online
Bachelor of Science Degree (B.S.)
Automotive Service Sales & Marketing
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Automotive Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Automotive Technology: Honda PACT
Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
Automotive Service Technician
Certificate
Have a passion for cars and trucks? Meet that interest head on and hands-on with a variety of options in automotive.
Whether you plan to rise to management, are interested in service and sales, or want to learn everything there is to know about the Honda brand, you’ll find a major that’s right for you. Plus, many of our automotive programs include paid internships so you can earn while you learn.
Explore our programs
Automotive Technology Management (B.S.)
Combine technical know-how with the leadership and administrative expertise you need to rise to management positions.
Automotive Technology Management (B.S.) Online
Hone management skills that you can apply to a career in automotive. And do it all online with course materials available 24/7.
Automotive Service Sales & Marketing (A.A.S.)
Learn the ins and outs of auto mechanics plus the sales and marketing strategies to open all types of positions in the field.
Automotive Technology (A.A.S.)
Put your trouble shooting skills to the test in advanced learning labs where you’ll learn to diagnose and repair vehicles of all makes and models.
Automotive Technology: Honda PACT (A.A.S.)
Master the technical skills to maintain and repair all types of vehicles while exploring the specifics that make Honda one of the world's most popular brands.
Automotive Service Technician Certificate
Takeaway the hands-on skills you need to land a technician position at a dealership, independent garage, or service station.
Minors & Immersions
Pair a minor with any bachelor's degree, or an immersion with any bachelor's or associate's degree.
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There are lots of ways to explore your future across all types of majors from nursing to culinary.
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Penn College News
10.31.2023
WNEP sees where today's students meet next-generation vehicles
WNEP's Chris Keating visited Penn College's Parkes Automotive Technology Center on Tuesday afternoon, interviewing an instructor and student about the automotive program's expanded EV curriculum. The ABC affiliate's Central Pennsylvania Bureau reporter talked with Charles F. Probst, the faculty member teaching the college's new Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology course, and Sheldon C. Fleming, of Allensville, an automotive technology student who just completed its first session this semester.
10.26.2023
Penn College faculty members among pioneers in EV instruction
As the automotive industry moves away from the internal combustion engine and toward the era of electric vehicles, Pennsylvania College of Technology has adapted its already-visionary curriculum and empowered faculty members to deliver that instruction.
10.18.2023
PPG instructor shares airbrush finesse in return visit
A PPG Industries Inc. training instructor, renowned for his custom paint artistry, shared decades' worth of expertise this week with Penn College students, faculty and career and technical education instructors. Paul Stoll – who last visited campus during the Air Affair East showcase in May 2007 – began Wednesday with a basic airbrush class.
Industry Partners
Work with experts to become an expert
Penn College's strong corporate partnerships impact every step of your journey – from your first day in the classroom and labs, to career placement (oftentimes before graduation) and beyond.
Industry
Blaise Alexander Family Dealerships
Automotive
Collision Repair & Restoration
Business & Hospitality
Industry
Terex Corporation
Diesel Truck, Heavy Equipment & Power Generation
Automotive
Welding & Metal Fabrication
Industry
Johnson Controls Navy Systems
Automated Manufacturing & Machining
Automotive
Collision Repair & Restoration
Electrical
Electronics & Computer Engineering Technology
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Welding & Metal Fabrication
Industry
RPM Foundation
Automotive
Collision Repair & Restoration
Aviation