DOD Civilian COOL Summary - 5823 - Automotive Mechanic

	Civilian Job	Duties Matched	Bright Outlook	Registered Apprenticeship	Local Salary Info
	Automotive Master Mechanics	Most		Apprenticeship	find local salary
	Automotive Specialty Technicians	Most		Apprenticeship	find local salary

Click here to go to Certified Master Medium-Heavy Truck Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

To identify and recognize those medium and heavy truck technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills required to diagnose, service, and repair different systems of Class 4 through Class 8 trucks and tractors.

Click here to go to Certified Master School Bus Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

The School Bus Technician certification is designed to identify and recognize those technicians who possess the knowledge and skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair different subsystems of Type A, B, C and D school buses. The ASE School Bus Technician Test Series includes seven certification exams: Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1), Diesel Engines (S2), Drive Train (S3), Brakes (S4), Suspension and Steering (S5), Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6), and Air Conditioning Systems and Controls (S7). While several of these tests parallel existing ASE Medium/Heavy Truck tests, each one is designed to test knowledge of systems that are specific to school buses.

Click here to go to Certified Master Automobile Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

The Certified Master Automobile Technicians certification is designed to identify and recognize those automobile and light truck technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUV#s and light duty trucks. The ASE Automobile/Light Truck Test Series includes eight certification exams: Engine Repair, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Manual Drive Train and Axles, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical/Electronic Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, and Engine Performance. To become ASE certified, technicians must pass one or more of the Automobile exams and present proof of at least two years of relevant work experience. Those who pass all eight exams are recognized as ASE-certified Master Automobile Technicians. Technicians may substitute two years of relevant formal training for up to one year of the work experience requirement.

Click here to go to Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose sophisticated diesel engine performance problems on medium- and heavy-duty trucks. To earn the Electronic Diesel Engine Diagnosis Specialist (L2) certification, candidates must have passed one of the ASE Diesel Engine tests (A9, H2, S2, or T2) and one of the ASE Electrical/Electronic Systems tests (A6, H6, S6 or T6), have three years of relevant work experience, and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Certified Master Transit Bus Technicians COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Engine Repair (A1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Engine Repair (A1) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Engine Repair (A1) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Automatic Transmission/ Transaxle (A2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Automatic Transmission/ Transaxle (A2) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Automatic Transmission/ Transaxle (A2) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Manual Drive Train and Axles (A3) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Suspension and Steering (A4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Suspension and Steering (A4) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Suspension and Steering (A4) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Brakes (A5) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Brakes (A5) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Brakes (A5) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Gasoline Engines (T1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Gasoline Engines (T1) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in general engine diagnosis and the diagnosis and repair of the cylinder head and valve train, engine block, lubrication and cooling systems, ignition system, fuel, air induction and exhaust systems, emissions and control systems, and computerized engine controls. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Gasoline Engines (T1) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Diesel Engines (T2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Diesel Engines (T2) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in engine brakes, general engine diagnosis, and the diagnosis and repair of the cylinder head, valve train, engine block, lubrication and cooling systems, air induction and exhaust systems, fuel system and starting and charging system. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Diesel Engines (T2) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Drive Train (T3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Drive Train (T3) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of the clutch, transmission, driveshaft, universal joint, and drive axle. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Drive Train (T3) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Brakes (T4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Brakes (T4) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in air brakes diagnosis and repair, hydraulic brakes diagnosis and repair, air and hydraulic antilock brake systems (ABS), automatic traction control (ATC), and electronic stability control systems. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Brakes (T4) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Suspension and Steering (T5) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Suspension and Steering (T5) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of the steering system, suspension, frame, 5th wheel, wheels, tires, and hub and the diagnosis, adjustment, and repair of wheel alignment. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Suspension and Steering (T5) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of the general electrical/electronic system, battery and starting system, charging system, lighting system, and related vehicle systems. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (T6) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (T8) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) (T8) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in engine systems, the cab and hood, electrical/electronics, the frame and chassis, and the road/operational test. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - PMI (T8) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in safety and emergency equipment systems diagnosis and repair, body and interior maintenance, installed special equipment diagnosis and repair, and heating systems diagnosis and repair. To earn the School Bus Technician - Body Systems and Special Equipment (S1) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Diesel Engines (S2) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Diesel Engines (S2) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in general engine diagnosis, in-chassis engine inspection and repair, and the diagnosis and repair of lubrication and cooling systems, air induction and exhaust systems, the fuel system, and the starting system. To earn the School Bus Technician - Diesel Engines (S2) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Drive Train (S3) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Drive Train (S3) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in automatic transmission diagnosis and repair, drive shaft and universal joint diagnosis and repair, and drive axle diagnosis and repair. To earn the School Bus Technician - Drive Train (S3) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Brakes (S4) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Brakes (S4) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis and repair of air brakes, hydraulic brakes, and wheel bearings. To earn the School Bus Technician - Brakes (S4) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Suspension and Steering (S5) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Suspension and Steering (S5) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in steering system diagnosis and repair, suspension systems diagnosis and repair, wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment, and repair, and wheels and tires diagnosis and repair. To earn the School Bus Technician - Suspension and Steering (S5) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in general electrical/electronic system diagnosis, battery diagnosis and service, and diagnosis and repair of the starting system, charging system, lighting systems, and gauges and instrument warning devices. To earn the School Bus Technician - Electrical/Electronic Systems (S6) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to School Bus Technician - Air Conditioning Systems and Controls (S7) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), School Bus Technician - Air Conditioning Systems and Controls (S7) certification is for technicians who possess knowledge and skills in A/C system diagnosis and repair, A/C system component diagnosis and repair, and operating systems and related controls diagnosis and repair. To earn the School Bus Technician - Air Conditioning Systems and Controls (S7) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in school bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Engines (H1) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Diesel Engines (H2) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Drive Train (H3) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Brakes (H4) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Suspension and Steering (H5) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Electrical/Electronic Systems (H6) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) (H7) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Transit Bus - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) (H8) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Transit Bus - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) (H8) certification is for Transit Bus Technicians who demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair various systems on transit buses. To earn the Transit Bus - Preventive Maintenance and Inspection (PMI) (H8) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in transit bus repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Heating and Air Conditioning (A7) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Heating and Air Conditioning (A7) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Heating and Air Conditioning (A7) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Engine Performance (A8) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Engine Performance (A8) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Engine Performance (A8) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Light Vehicle Diesel Engines (A9) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Light Vehicle Diesel Engines (A9) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Light Vehicle Diesel Engines (A9) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Medium/Heavy Truck - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems (T7) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Medium/Heavy Truck - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Systems (T7) certification is for individuals who possess knowledge and skills in the diagnosis, service and repair of HVAC systems, A/C system and components, and heating and engine cooling systems and the diagnosis and repair of operating systems and related controls. To earn the Medium/Heavy Truck - HVAC Systems (T7) certification, candidates must have at least two years of relevant hands-on work experience and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Automobile/Light Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 5 years

The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Automobile/Light Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6) certification is for Automobile and Light Truck (up to Class 3) Technicians who can demonstrate knowledge of the skills necessary to diagnose, service, and repair cars, SUVs, and light duty trucks. To earn the Automobile/Light Truck - Electrical/Electronic Systems (A6) certification, candidates must have at least two years of hands-on work experience in automotive repair and pass a written exam.

Click here to go to Master Medium-Heavy Vehicle Technician COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

Click here to go to Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification Test (G1) COOL Snapshot page.

Credential description coming soon.

In Demand

This certification is considered in demand

GI Bill^®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill. Click for external link to GI Bill licensing and certification information.

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ANSI

This credential has been accredited by ANSI. Click for external link to the ANSI web site.

ICAC

This credential has been accredited by ICAC. Click for external link to the ICAC web site.

NCCA

This credentialing program has been accredited by NCCA. Click for external link to the NCCA web site.

ABSNC

This credential has been accredited by ABSNC. Click for external link to the ABSNC web site.

IAS

This credential has been accredited by IAS. Click for external link to the IAS web site.

Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the rating (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the rating (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)

Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)

Bright Outlook – new job opportunities are very likely in the future for this job

Registered Apprenticeship

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5823 - Automotive Mechanic

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