Morton College Automotive Technology's conversion of a Geo Metro from gasoline to electrical power is nearing completion.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Electric Car Conversion
Morton College Automotive Technology's conversion of a Geo Metro from gasoline to electrical power is nearing completion.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Mark Yunker and Jose Dominguez turned to Morton College’s Automotive Technology program to make themselves more marketable in today’s competitive job market.
Mark Yunker turned to Morton College’s Automotive Technology program so he could be certified to teach at the high school level.
Jose Dominguez’s goal is to open his own automotive repair shop.
Mark Yunker and Jose Dominguez turned to Morton College’s Automotive Technology program to make themselves more marketable in today’s competitive job market.
The Cicero residents are after ASE certification, the seal of approval in the automotive technology world. Both say they couldn’t have found a better program than Morton College’s Automotive Technology to prepare for their ASE Certification tests on brakes and steering and suspension.
Yunker, who fulfilled his general education requirements at Morton College before earning his bachelor’s at Elmhurst College, is certified to teach social studies at the high school level. However, Mark figures becoming certified in automotive technology improves his chances of finding a teaching position.
Dominguez has his associate’s degree in business management from Morton College. The experience Jose gained in getting his associate’s, plus the knowledge from being in Automotive Technology eventually will assist him the day he is ready to open his own automotive repair business.
Both Dominguez and Yunker have high praise for Morton College’s Automotive program. Dominguez says Hostert and Sykora are “always available to assist.”
“(Instructors) Dave Hostert and Don Sykora are some of the most knowledgeable and patient instructors I’ve seen,” Yunker added. “You’ve got people at different levels. It helps having patient instructors so you can learn at your own pace.”
For more information on Automotive Technology or any other Summer and Fall courses at Morton College, call (708) 656-8000 Ext. 250 or visit www.morton.edu
Mark Yunker turned to Morton College’s Automotive Technology program so he could be certified to teach at the high school level.
Jose Dominguez’s goal is to open his own automotive repair shop.
Mark Yunker and Jose Dominguez turned to Morton College’s Automotive Technology program to make themselves more marketable in today’s competitive job market.
The Cicero residents are after ASE certification, the seal of approval in the automotive technology world. Both say they couldn’t have found a better program than Morton College’s Automotive Technology to prepare for their ASE Certification tests on brakes and steering and suspension.
Yunker, who fulfilled his general education requirements at Morton College before earning his bachelor’s at Elmhurst College, is certified to teach social studies at the high school level. However, Mark figures becoming certified in automotive technology improves his chances of finding a teaching position.
Dominguez has his associate’s degree in business management from Morton College. The experience Jose gained in getting his associate’s, plus the knowledge from being in Automotive Technology eventually will assist him the day he is ready to open his own automotive repair business.
Both Dominguez and Yunker have high praise for Morton College’s Automotive program. Dominguez says Hostert and Sykora are “always available to assist.”
“(Instructors) Dave Hostert and Don Sykora are some of the most knowledgeable and patient instructors I’ve seen,” Yunker added. “You’ve got people at different levels. It helps having patient instructors so you can learn at your own pace.”
For more information on Automotive Technology or any other Summer and Fall courses at Morton College, call (708) 656-8000 Ext. 250 or visit www.morton.edu
Monday, March 30, 2009
Morton College Automotive
A group of Morton College's Automotive Technology students worked the floor at the Chicago Auto Show on February 21.
Look for the Morton College Automotive Technology Department at the 101st edition of the Chicago Auto Show at Chicago’s McCormick Place.
Morton College Automotive Technology instructors Dave Hostert and Don Sykora along with students Alex Acurio, Jose Dominguez, Pavol Jurcisin, Nicolas Martinez, Octavio Perez, Emiliano Puga, Daniel Villanueva and Mark Yunker were at the show working in the Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES)/Chevy Cobalt “Tuner” Booth in the North Hall at McCormick Place in Chicago.
“It is a great vehicle for Morton College to promote automotive education to those attending the show,” Hostert said.
Sykora added that students are taking part in a hands-on demonstration of putting replacement parts on Chevrolet vehicles.
AYES is a partnership among participating automotive manufacturers, participating dealers, and selected high schools/tech prep schools. The organization encourages young people to consider satisfying careers in retail automotive service, and prepare them for entry-level career positions or advanced studies in automotive technology.
Look for the Morton College Automotive Technology Department at the 101st edition of the Chicago Auto Show at Chicago’s McCormick Place.
Morton College Automotive Technology instructors Dave Hostert and Don Sykora along with students Alex Acurio, Jose Dominguez, Pavol Jurcisin, Nicolas Martinez, Octavio Perez, Emiliano Puga, Daniel Villanueva and Mark Yunker were at the show working in the Automotive Youth Educational Systems (AYES)/Chevy Cobalt “Tuner” Booth in the North Hall at McCormick Place in Chicago.
“It is a great vehicle for Morton College to promote automotive education to those attending the show,” Hostert said.
Sykora added that students are taking part in a hands-on demonstration of putting replacement parts on Chevrolet vehicles.
AYES is a partnership among participating automotive manufacturers, participating dealers, and selected high schools/tech prep schools. The organization encourages young people to consider satisfying careers in retail automotive service, and prepare them for entry-level career positions or advanced studies in automotive technology.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Three Morton College automotive students gain ASE certification
One Morton College automotive technology student added to his credentials and two others passed certification tests offered by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Austreberto Zarco adds Parts Specialist and Service Consultant to his growing list of ASE certification. The Cicero resident, already ASE certified in Automotive Brakes, credits taking an automotive Special Topics course in service consultant procedures over the summer that prepared him to pass the most recent two exams.
Morton College’s automotive technology special topic courses cover a variety of areas and allow instructors the flexibility to offer programs that meet the current job market.
Also gaining ASE certification were Adam Jockl of Berwyn (Engines) and Danny Irizarry of Cicero (Brakes and Manual Transmissions).
“The Service Consultant class prepared me to take the ASE exam,” Zarco said. “Having ASE certification makes me more marketable. In today’s tough job market, I’ll take every edge I can get.”
Morton College’s trio of ASE certified students should have an edge in today’s job market. A report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that automotive service technicians/mechanics are among the nation’s five fastest growing fields.
The ASE certification program is a nationally recognized means of measuring the competency of an automotive technician, according to Dave Hostert, coordinator of Morton College’s Automotive Technology program.
“The ASE tests are the industry standard for automotive technicians,” added Don Sykora, Morton College Automotive Technology instructor. “The fact that our students successfully completed the tests demonstrates an impressive accomplishment.”
Morton College’s Automotive Technology Program is Master Certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and designated as a National Training Center by the National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC).
The Spring Semester starts Tuesday, January 20, at Morton College. Call (708) 656-8000 Ext. 250 or go to www.morton.edu for more information.
Austreberto Zarco adds Parts Specialist and Service Consultant to his growing list of ASE certification. The Cicero resident, already ASE certified in Automotive Brakes, credits taking an automotive Special Topics course in service consultant procedures over the summer that prepared him to pass the most recent two exams.
Morton College’s automotive technology special topic courses cover a variety of areas and allow instructors the flexibility to offer programs that meet the current job market.
Also gaining ASE certification were Adam Jockl of Berwyn (Engines) and Danny Irizarry of Cicero (Brakes and Manual Transmissions).
“The Service Consultant class prepared me to take the ASE exam,” Zarco said. “Having ASE certification makes me more marketable. In today’s tough job market, I’ll take every edge I can get.”
Morton College’s trio of ASE certified students should have an edge in today’s job market. A report by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that automotive service technicians/mechanics are among the nation’s five fastest growing fields.
The ASE certification program is a nationally recognized means of measuring the competency of an automotive technician, according to Dave Hostert, coordinator of Morton College’s Automotive Technology program.
“The ASE tests are the industry standard for automotive technicians,” added Don Sykora, Morton College Automotive Technology instructor. “The fact that our students successfully completed the tests demonstrates an impressive accomplishment.”
Morton College’s Automotive Technology Program is Master Certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and designated as a National Training Center by the National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC).
The Spring Semester starts Tuesday, January 20, at Morton College. Call (708) 656-8000 Ext. 250 or go to www.morton.edu for more information.
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Open Registration for Automotive Courses begins soon
Open registration for Spring 2009 classes begins on Monday 11/17/2008.
With priority registration already available, automotive classes are filling up quickly.
If you have not registered for your spring courses already, be sure to do so as soon as possible to make sure you get the classes you need.
With priority registration already available, automotive classes are filling up quickly.
If you have not registered for your spring courses already, be sure to do so as soon as possible to make sure you get the classes you need.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Midnight Registration for Spring 2009
“Midnight at Morton!,” Morton College’s original one-day, do-it-all registration event, returns Monday, November 17, on the campus at 3801 S. Central Avenue, Cicero.
The doors of the College will be open from 8 a.m. to midnight for students to:
• Register for Spring semester classes
• Take a placement test
• Meet with an academic advisor • Learn about financial aid • Sign up for a payment plan
• Purchase books and supplies
“If it’s the first time you’ve wanted to attend college, you don’t have to wait the Fall to register,” said Sandra P. Saldaña, Morton College’s Vice President for Student Success. “You can start school in January.”
Morton College’s Spring semester begins Tuesday, January 20th.
In addition to the traditional, degree-seeking student, “Midnight at Morton!” is perfect for students who are:
• Starting new careers
• Wanting to come in to register after arriving home from work • Working second and third-shift jobs
• Transferring from another college or university
• Returning to college after being out of school
Morton College offers a beautifully remodeled campus with new science and computer laboratories, one-on-one service provided to students, a sense of “family” at the college and the affordability of a two-year community college compared to a four-year university.
For more information about this event call (708) 656-8000 Ext. 250.
The doors of the College will be open from 8 a.m. to midnight for students to:
• Register for Spring semester classes
• Take a placement test
• Meet with an academic advisor • Learn about financial aid • Sign up for a payment plan
• Purchase books and supplies
“If it’s the first time you’ve wanted to attend college, you don’t have to wait the Fall to register,” said Sandra P. Saldaña, Morton College’s Vice President for Student Success. “You can start school in January.”
Morton College’s Spring semester begins Tuesday, January 20th.
In addition to the traditional, degree-seeking student, “Midnight at Morton!” is perfect for students who are:
• Starting new careers
• Wanting to come in to register after arriving home from work • Working second and third-shift jobs
• Transferring from another college or university
• Returning to college after being out of school
Morton College offers a beautifully remodeled campus with new science and computer laboratories, one-on-one service provided to students, a sense of “family” at the college and the affordability of a two-year community college compared to a four-year university.
For more information about this event call (708) 656-8000 Ext. 250.
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