Transportation

Whether it's Automotive Technology, Diesel Equipment Technology, or Auto Collision and Management Technology, we have a program to suit your interests.

Get a handle on this statistic: One in 16 Texans is employed by the trucking industry. That means a career in diesel equipment technology could be a good career choice. And with 22 million registered vehicles in Texas, learning auto collision and management technology or automotive technology is a good bet. With so many cars, there will surely be a need for good repair technicians.

Partnerships with manufacturers provide specialized training and strong opportunities for you to land a job upon graduation.

Transportation Mechanic
4%
Projected growth for diesel mechanics
8%
Projected job growth

(2021–2031)

Heavy vehicle and mobile equipment service technicians

Bureau of Labor Statistics

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Get under the hood and behind the wheel, keeping Texas drivers safe with repairs that keep cars on the road.
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Train hands-on with diesel engines for on and off highway pathways in the Diesel Equipment program.
Auto Collision & Management Technology
You could breathe new life into damaged automobiles. Utilize your eye for detail to start a new career.
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