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Accelerate Your Automotive Career

Work on today’s sophisticated vehicles, from engine diagnostics to brake systems and drivetrains. Train under ASE-certified instructors and get specialized experience through partnerships with leading manufacturers like Tesla and MOPAR. Graduate ready to enter the automotive workforce with confidence.

Tesla & Chrysler Specializations*

TSTC is the first college in Texas to offer the Tesla START program. The 16-week electric vehicle service-training program is designed to train you for a successful career with Tesla.

The Tesla Advanced Technical Certificate requires an AAS in Automotive Technology as a prerequisite. Contact teslastart@tstc.edu.

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Upcoming Dates
03 Oct
Manufacturing Week Celebration
10 Oct
12 Week Session – Mid-Term Grades Due
24 Oct
Mid-Term Grades Due
27 Oct
Registration Begins for Spring `26
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Degree Plans

All TSTC students participating in the TSTC Money-Back Guarantee program are required to successfully complete HIRE 1100 Foundations for Career Success. All students will automatically be enrolled in HIRE 1100; satisfactory grade completion of HIRE 1100 determines eligibility for the TSTC Money-Back Guarantee initiative.

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Fort Bend County Harlingen Sweetwater Waco
Automotive Technology
AAS Associate of Applied Science
Hybrid
PBE
16
$14,736
Waco Harlingen Sweetwater Fort Bend County
Miguel Zoleta
Brittany Wilson 325-235-7338
George Williams
Rudy Cervantez
Curriculum breakdown
Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair
CER1 Certificate of Completion
PBE
Hybrid
12
$9,210
Harlingen Sweetwater Fort Bend County Waco
Miguel Zoleta
Brittany Wilson 325-235-7338
Rudy Cervantez
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Automotive Technology-Chrysler Specialization
CER2 Certificate of Completion
PBE
Hybrid
20
$15,043
Waco
Matthew Mills
Rudy Cervantez
Curriculum breakdown
Automotive Technician
CER2 Certificate of Completion
Hybrid
PBE
16
$12,894
Waco Harlingen Sweetwater Fort Bend County
Miguel Zoleta
Brittany Wilson 325-235-7338
George Williams
Rudy Cervantez
Curriculum breakdown
Automotive TESLA START Technician
ATC Advanced Technical Certificate
Hybrid
4
$3,684
Waco
Rudy Cervantez
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The TESLA START Advanced Technical Certificate requires an AAS in Automotive Technology as a pre-requisite. Contact teslastart@tstc.edu

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Motor Vehicles Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics link Career Title Motor Vehicles Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
Median Salary
$46,800
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Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation link Career Title Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation
Median Salary
$81,020
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Graduating from TSTC was a life-changing experience. The hands-on training I received gave me strong mechanical expertise and the confidence to tackle more complex vehicle repairs. The automotive industry has developed me into a skilled technician where I can effectively diagnose and repair automobiles.
Jesus Resendez
Performance-Based Education (PBE)

PBE meets you where you are, giving you access to flexible learning that works with your busy schedule. Train to master valuable job skills that will lead you to the career and salary you deserve. Our focus is on your success — and getting you to work fast.

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It’s as clear as it sounds. We are confident in the quality of our technical programs, that we are raising the bar by guaranteeing students will receive a job offer within six (6) months after graduation, or we will refund your tuition.

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