Ford Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate

Program Start Date: Fall Term
Minimum Program Length: 42 academic weeks; 3 terms day; 24 credits
Program ID:  CT.FMLR
Curriculum Code: 60727

Program Description

Ford Maintenance and Light Repair students learn theory of operation and diagnosis/repair of Ford automotive brake, electrical, air conditioning, steering and suspension systems.

Practical Experience

Students gain experience and skills needed to perform regular maintenance, minor repairs, and parts installation on Ford automobiles and light trucks. Specifically, students would gain skills and earn Ford certification in brake systems, climate control systems, steering and suspension systems, and basic electrical systems.

Professional Opportunities

Ford Light Line Technician, maintenance technician, entry-level technician, Quick Lane® service technician, service advisor.

Unique Aspects

Certificate graduates may transfer into the Ford ASSET program with advanced standing. Graduates earn 25 percent of Ford STST (Service Technicians Specialty Training) credentials.

EEDA Career Cluster:

Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

1. Demonstrate safe shop practices.
2. Diagnose and repair systems associated with automotive chassis components.
3. Diagnose and repair components associated with any electrical and electronic control systems.
4. Demonstrate professionalism, ethics, and communication skills as it relates to service advisement.