Training programs for car electrician diagnostician
Educational institutions
* Vocational schools and technical schools offer initial vocational education programs in the specialty “Diagnostics and maintenance of electrical equipment of automobiles.”
* Colleges and universities offer secondary vocational and higher education programs in the specialty “Electrical equipment and automotive automation”.
Duration of training
* Initial vocational education: 2-3 years
* Secondary vocational education: 3-4 years
* Higher education: 4-6 years
Syllabus
The curriculum includes theoretical and practical classes in the following disciplines:
* Basic sciences: mathematics, physics, chemistry
* Professional disciplines:
* Electrical and electronics engineering
* Automotive electronics
* Diagnostics and repair of electrical equipment of cars
* Car maintenance and repair
* Special disciplines:
* Design and operation of electrical equipment of automobiles
* Diagnostic instruments and methods
* Organization and planning of vehicle maintenance and repair work
Practice
During their studies, students undergo practical training at car repair shops, service stations and car manufacturing plants.
Skills and abilities
Upon completion of training, a car electrician diagnostician must have the following skills and abilities:
* Diagnosis of faults in electrical equipment of cars using diagnostic tools
* Repair and replacement of electronic components of cars
* Maintenance of electrical equipment of cars
* Reading car electrical diagrams
* Knowledge of regulatory and technical documentation
Job prospects
Car electrical diagnostics are in demand in various organizations:
* Car services and service stations
* Motor transport companies
* Car manufacturers
* Insurance companies
* Diagnostic centers
Additional training
To improve their skills and master new technologies, car electrician diagnosticians can take additional courses and trainings organized by educational institutions, automakers and suppliers of diagnostic equipment.