Automotive Electrician Training Courses and Certifications
Colleges and technical schools
*Associate Degree in Automotive Maintenance
* Certificate in Automotive Electrical and Electronics
* Certificate in diagnostics and repair of automotive electrical systems
Online courses and self-study programs
* Udemy learning platform: Automotive Electrical and Electronics Course
* Online learning platform Coursera: Automotive Electronics Specialization
* Self-paced Automotive Electrical Course from Tech Junkie
On-the-job training
* Internships in automobile workshops or dealerships
*Training programs sponsored by automobile manufacturers (e.g. GM, Ford, Toyota)
Certificate programs
* Certified Automotive Electrician (ASE)
* Certified Automotive Diagnostic Technician (FASE)
* Certified Automotive Electrical Technician (MAST)
Main topics of study
* Basics of Electricity and Electronics
* Operating principles of vehicle electrical systems
* Diagnosis and troubleshooting of electrical systems
* Use of diagnostic equipment
* Interpretation of electrical diagrams
* Repair and replacement of electrical components
*Safety precautions when working with electrical systems
Skills and knowledge
Upon completion of training, automotive electricians should have the following skills and knowledge:
* Understanding of the operating principles of vehicle electrical systems
* Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot electrical systems
* Skills in using diagnostic equipment
* Familiarity with electrical circuits
* Ability to repair and replace electrical components
* Compliance with safety measures when working with electrical systems
Career prospects
Automotive electricians are in demand in a variety of industries, including:
* Automotive workshops
* Car dealerships
* Transport companies
* Fleet management
* Car production