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
The Morton College Automotive Technology Program serves the local community by training automotive technicians. The program meets the high standards required to receive NATEF certification,and provides individuals with the knowledge and skills required to gain employment as an entry level automotive technician.
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There is a need for trained, competent automotive technicians in Cook County. Current projections from the Illinois Department of Employment Security show a 13% annual growth in the field through 2014, with an estimated need for 500 technicians per year in the county. The average annual salary for an automotive technician in Cook County is $47,500 per year.
The Morton College Automotive Technology Program works with students to hone their academic and occupational skills, offering them the opportunity to continue their education or enter the workforce. Students trained by the Morton College Automotive Technology Program can be found in many area businesses. Students are employed communitywide as technicians, educators, service consultants, service managers, and parts personnel.