What You Can Learn at Mechanic Schools

Types of Mechanic Careers
Mechanics do so much more than fix cars. Mechanic careers can involve the popular automotive type, but mechanics can also work on planes, boats, appliances, and more. Even within one of those fields, mechanics can specialize further — some only work on car brakes while others focus on transmissions, others work on airframes but don’t touch the rest of the plane.

The job has also become…

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Online Mechanic Schools

Ashworth University

Programs offered:

Auto Mechanics
Jewelery Design and Repair
Jewelry Design and Repair
Locksmithing
Motorcycle Repair
PC Service and Repair

ECPI College of Technology

Programs offered:

Medical Equipment Repair

Penn Foster College

Programs offered:

Mechanical Engineering Technology
PC Maintenance Technology

Stratford Career Institute

Programs offered:

Auto Mechanics
Locksmith Training
Motorcycle/ATV Repair
PC Repair Training
Small Engine Repair

Lincoln College of Technology

Programs offered:

Automotive
Collision Repair
Diesel
High Performance

New England Institute of Technology

Programs offered:

Auto Body Technology
Automotive High Performance
Automotive Technology
Marine Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology

Penn Foster Career School

Programs offered:

Appliance Repair
Auto Repair Technician
Diesel Mechanics
Furniture and Cabinet Maker
Home Remodeling & Repair
Jewelry Repair Technician
Motorcycle Repair Technician
PC Maintenance and Repair
Plumber
Professional Landscaper
more...

Penn Foster Global

Programs offered:

Appliance Repair
Auto Body Repair
Auto Repair Technician
Diesel Mechanics
Furniture and Cabinet Maker
Home Remodeling & Repair
Mechanical Engineering
Motorcycle Repair Technician
PC Maintenance and Repair
PC Maintenance Tech
more...

Campus Mechanic Schools by State

Arizona
- Arizona Automotive Institute - Glendale
  Automotive Technology , Automotive/Autotronics Technology , Automotive/Diesel Technology , Diesel Technology
California
- High-Tech Institute - Rancho Cordova
  Electronics Technology
Colorado
- Kaplan College - Denver
  Associate of Applied Science: Computer Forensics
Connecticut
- Lincoln Tech - Cromwell
  Automotive , Collision Repair , Diesel
Florida
- ATI Career Training Center - Fort Lauderdale
  Automotive Service Technician (AST) , Electronic Systems Technician (EST)
Georgia
- High-Tech Institute - Atlanta
  Electronics Technology
Illinois
- Lincoln College of Technology - Melrose Park
  Automotive , Collision Repair , Diesel , High Performance
Indiana
- Kaplan College - Hammond
  Associate of Applied Science: Computer Forensics
Iowa
- Vatterott College - Des Moines
  Building Maintenance Mechanic , Computer Systems & Network Technology , Computer Systems & Networking Technology , Electrical Mechanic , Electrical Mechanics , Electrical Mechanics Technology , Heating Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
Kansas
- Vatterott College - Wichita
  Building Maintenance Mechanic , Computer Systems & Network Technology , Computer Systems & Networking Technology , Electrical Mechanic , Electrical Mechanics , Electrical Mechanics Technology , Heating Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
Kentucky
- Louisville Technical Institute - Louisville
  Mechanical Computer Aided Design
Maryland
- Kaplan College - Frederick
  Associate of Applied Science: Computer Forensics
Massachusetts
- Lincoln Tech - Brockton
  Automotive , Collision Repair , Diesel
Michigan
- Baker College Campus - Allen Park
  Associate - Automotive Services Technology , Associate - Mechanical Technology , Bachelor - Mechanical Engineering , Certificate - Automotive Services Technology
Minnesota
- High-Tech Institute - St. Louis Park
  Electronics Technology
Missouri
- High-Tech Institute - Kansas City
  Electronics Technology
Nebraska
- Vatterott College - Omaha
  Building Maintenance Mechanic , Computer Systems & Network Technology , Computer Systems & Networking Technology , Electrical Mechanic , Electrical Mechanics , Electrical Mechanics Technology , Heating Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic
Nevada
- Career College of Northern Nevada - Reno
  Electronic Repair Technician
New Hampshire
- Hesser College - Concord
  Certificate: Information Technology/Computer Technician
New Jersey
- Lincoln Tech - Edison
  Automotive , Collision Repair , Diesel
New Mexico
- ATI Career Training Center - Albuquerque
  Automotive Service Technician (AST) , Electronic Systems Technician (EST)
New York
- Lincoln Tech - Whitestone
  Automotive , Collision Repair , Diesel
North Carolina
- ECPI College of Technology - Charlotte
  Medical Equipment Repair
Ohio
- National College - Cincinnati
  Diploma - Desktop Support , Diploma - Technical Support Assistant
Oklahoma
- ATI Career Training Center - Oklahoma City
  Automotive Service Technician (AST) , Electronic Systems Technician (EST)
Pennsylvania
- CHI Institute - Broomall
  Diploma: Computer Repair Technician
Rhode Island
- Lincoln Tech - Lincoln
  Automotive , Collision Repair , Diesel
South Carolina
- ECPI College of Technology - Charleston
  Medical Equipment Repair
Tennessee
- High-Tech Institute - Memphis
  Electronics Technology
Texas
- ATI Career Training Center - Dallas
  Automotive Service Technician (AST) , Electronic Systems Technician (EST)
Virginia
- Advanced Technology Institute - Virginia Beach
  Automotive Technology , Automotive/Diesel , Diesel/Heavy Vehicle Technology
Washington
- Kaplan College - Renton
  Associate of Applied Science: Computer Forensics
Wisconsin
- High-Tech Institute - Brookfield
  Electronics Technology

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Types of Mechanic Careers
Mechanics do so much more than fix cars. Mechanic careers can involve the popular automotive type, but mechanics can also work on planes, boats, appliances, and more. Even within one of those fields, mechanics can specialize further -- some only work on car brakes while others focus on transmissions, others work on airframes but don't touch the rest of the plane.

The job has also become far more technical than in the past as most cars and other machinery now include complex electronic and computer systems, all of which at times need repair.

Education at Mechanic Schools
Automotive mechanic training, which can last from 6 months to 2-years, often includes both classroom and hands-on education. The two year programs grant associate degrees in mechanics.

Those interested in aircraft mechanics, or avionics, must attend schools accredited by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Some focus on inspection while others work on various parts of the plane. Avionics technicians work on radar, navigation, radio communications, and any instruments or computers that allow the plane to fly or control other primary functions. Depending on which field you're interested in, and the types of mechanic degrees required, you may need a 2-year or 4-year school.

Salaries for Mechanic Careers
Aircraft mechanics and service technicians had median hourly earnings of $22.95 per hour in 2006. Avionics technicians had median hourly earnings of $22.57. Automotive technicians have wider salary ranges, with the middle half earning between $11.96 and $21.56 an hour.

Sources:
Automotive Mechanic, Bureau of Labor Statistics
Aircraft and Avionics Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians

Mechanic School Guide

What You Can Learn at Mechanic Schools

Online Mechanic Schools

Ashworth University

ECPI College of Technology

Penn Foster College

Stratford Career Institute

Lincoln College of Technology

New England Institute of Technology

Penn Foster Career School

Penn Foster Global

Campus Mechanic Schools by State

Arizona

California

Colorado

Connecticut

Florida

Georgia

Illinois

Indiana

Iowa

Kansas

Kentucky

Maryland

Massachusetts

Michigan

Minnesota

Missouri

Nebraska

Nevada

New Hampshire

New Jersey

New Mexico

New York

North Carolina

Ohio

Oklahoma

Pennsylvania

Rhode Island

South Carolina

Tennessee

Texas

Virginia

Washington

Wisconsin

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