Located within the Kansas Technology Center, the Department of Automotive Technology is recognized by industry as offering one of the best academic programs in the nation. Our professors are accomplished professionals with industry experience and our laboratories offer students access to the latest technology. Learn more about our department and discover why you belong at Pittsburg State University.
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2-Year Automotive Service Technology (AST) Certificate
2-Year Associate of Applied Science (AAS) Associates Degree
2-Year Application Form
4-Year Automotive Technology Planning Guide (BST)
Course Sequence Guides
Graduates are highly recruited by leading edge dealerships and corporations
The 2-Year Program is an NATEF-accredited program
The 4-Year Program is considered by the industry as 1 of the top 4 programs of its kind in the country.
Depending upon the area of the country, a corporate starting salary can vary between $35,000 to $60,000 a year. Graduates that accept jobs in small rural communities might start at a lower hourly wage, such as $10 to $15 per hour.
As part of the College of Technology Company Days, the Automotive Department will host Automotive Company Day 2019 on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. Company Days are held in the Kansas Technology Center from 8:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The Automotive Company Day is always held on Wednesday.
Automotive Orientation Day offers a unique blend of industry related panel discussions with students, as well as an afternoon of informal table displays in a mini career fair environment.
Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) local chapter hosts at least one Car Show each year. The Car Show has a low cost registration fee for entries, and viewing the entries is free and open to the public.
The purpose of CAM is to encourage friendships and support for automotive majors who share the Christian faith and a love for cars, motorcycles, tractors, and trucks. The group typically meets twice a month during the school year for Bible study social activities. The social activities include going to the local drag strip, participating in the PSU SAE car show and several other gatherings.
Students at PSU have the opportunity to participate in SkillsUSA. The mission of the organization as stated on their web site is as follows: "SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled work force. We help each student excel."