Automotive Service : Emily Griffith Technical College

Automotive Service

Automotive Service will give you hands-on experience working on real cars with the latest engine analyzers, handheld scanners and other computerized diagnostic equipment. Choose between our full-time program, the part-time afternoon or evening program. You will learn about all aspects of car repair including:

  • Electrical/Electronics
  • Brakes
  • Steering and Suspension
  • Engine Repair
  • Automatic Transmissions
  • Manual Transmissions and Axles
  • Heating and Air Conditioning
  • Engine Performance

Fall 2023 Start Dates
Full-Time: 11/13/2023
Part-Time: 9/25/2023

What Can I Do with an Emily Griffith Automotive Service Certificate?

Graduates use their certificate to work in jobs such as the following:

  • Equipment Maintenance Technician
  • Heavy Equipment Technician
  • Parts Specialist
  • Service Advisor
  • Service Technician
  • Small Engine Repair

Other potential career paths include jobs in auto repair parts stores, auto repair shops, car dealerships, car leasing companies and auto manufacturers. 

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  • Confirm payment. For more information regarding payment arrangements, click here.
  • Get your student ID
    • You can get your student ID at the Treasurer's Office or Branch Campus (1205 Osage St.) after payment is confirmed.

  • The program is offered at our Branch Campus: 1205 Osage St, Denver, CO 80203
  • There is a Mandatory Orientation for this program. Click here to see specific orientation dates.
  • The program is delivered at a quick pace, without breaks between classes. The program is technically intense at times. A firm grasp of computer knowledge is required.
    • Basic computer skills, including file management in a Windows operating system, are necessary for successful completion of coursework.
    • Keyboarding skills are necessary for successful completion of coursework.
  • The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Meaning some of your instruction, class time, and coursework will be completed at home and some will be done in the classroom.
    • Students are expected to be in a learning environment doing coursework for the duration of class time. Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
    • Your instructor will inform you of your on-site class hours and provide you with your virtual Google Meet link a week before class starts.
  • Due to the delivery, this program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Assignments completed virtually will be done using our learning system, Moodle. You will not be able to access Moodle until you have paid for your classes.

For Moodle tech support, please email help@emilygriffith.edu

  • Toolkit and access to the electronic books are included in your tuition and you will access them during the Mandatory Orientation.
  • Be prepared to buy a few small supplies by the first day of class such as:
    • Closed-toe and slip-resistant shoes 
    • Safety glasses
    • Jeans or canvas long pants
    • T-shirt or work shirt
    • Notepad/ Laptop
    • Pen/pencil

    • You must follow all school policies for in-person and virtual learning at all times.

    The Code of Conduct and other program policies will be reviewed in class.

The Student Success Center provides you with access to services such as tutoring, disability support services, health and wellness resources, and classroom support.

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 30% of the course hours; if you miss more than 10% of the course hours a referral will be made to your Student Success Coordinator.
    • This resets at each course throughout the program and this includes arriving late and leaving early
    • Tradiness for over 30 minutes without notification may result in being sent home
    • Multiple absences or tardies will result in a failing grade and removal from the program
  • Missed hours cannot be made-up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
    • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.

  • Student IDs must be worn at all times while on school property and during any off-campus school activities.
  • Pants must be worn at the waist (no sagging pants).
  • Sunglasses are not to be worn during school hours, unless outside.
  • Odors from smoke, excessive perspiration, perfume, or other sources are not acceptable and will not be tolerated. Odors can be disruptive and even cause physical symptoms to clients and other students.
  • Students not following the dress code will be asked to change or leave. Being asked to leave will count as missed time.

Payment and Student ID:

  • Confirm payment. For more information regarding payment arrangements, click here.
  • Get your student ID
    • You can get your student ID at the Treasurer's Office or Branch Campus (1205 Osage St.) after payment is confirmed.

Program Structure and Delivery:

  • The program is offered at our Branch Campus: 1205 Osage St, Denver, CO 80203
  • There is a Mandatory Orientation for this program. Click here to see specific orientation dates.
  • The program is delivered at a quick pace, without breaks between classes. The program is technically intense at times. A firm grasp of computer knowledge is required.
    • Basic computer skills, including file management in a Windows operating system, are necessary for successful completion of coursework.
    • Keyboarding skills are necessary for successful completion of coursework.
  • The program is delivered in a hybrid format. Meaning some of your instruction, class time, and coursework will be completed at home and some will be done in the classroom.
    • Students are expected to be in a learning environment doing coursework for the duration of class time. Students are not allowed to work during scheduled class hours.
    • Your instructor will inform you of your on-site class hours and provide you with your virtual Google Meet link a week before class starts.
  • Due to the delivery, this program will require computer use and internet access. If you need assistance obtaining technology, please contact student.success@emilygriffith.edu.
  • Assignments completed virtually will be done using our learning system, Moodle. You will not be able to access Moodle until you have paid for your classes.

For Moodle tech support, please email help@emilygriffith.edu

Textbooks and Supplies:

  • Toolkit and access to the electronic books are included in your tuition and you will access them during the Mandatory Orientation.
  • Be prepared to buy a few small supplies by the first day of class such as:
    • Closed-toe and slip-resistant shoes 
    • Safety glasses
    • Jeans or canvas long pants
    • T-shirt or work shirt
    • Notepad/ Laptop
    • Pen/pencil

Program Policies and Expectations:

  • You must follow all school policies for in-person and virtual learning at all times.
    The Code of Conduct and other program policies will be reviewed in class.

Academic Support:
The Student Success Center provides you with access to services such as tutoring, disability support services, health and wellness resources, and classroom support.

Attendance:

  • You are not allowed to miss more than 30% of the course hours; if you miss more than 10% of the course hours a referral will be made to your Student Success Coordinator.
    • This resets at each course throughout the program and this includes arriving late and leaving early
    • Tradiness for over 30 minutes without notification may result in being sent home
    • Multiple absences or tardies will result in a failing grade and removal from the program
  • Missed hours cannot be made-up. You will need to re-enroll in a future cohort.
    • Enrollment in future cohorts is dependent on pending space and availability.

Dress Code:

  • Student IDs must be worn at all times while on school property and during any off-campus school activities.
  • Pants must be worn at the waist (no sagging pants).
  • Sunglasses are not to be worn during school hours, unless outside.
  • Odors from smoke, excessive perspiration, perfume, or other sources are not acceptable and will not be tolerated. Odors can be disruptive and even cause physical symptoms to clients and other students.
  • Students not following the dress code will be asked to change or leave. Being asked to leave will count as missed time.
Skilled Trades
$9,874
Approximate cost. Additional material and book fees may apply
10 Months
Program length
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“I had to figure out how to organize my life and my family and how to be successful in the U.S.”
— Adnan

In Syria, Adnan studied pharmacology in college and worked as a Pharmaceutical Representative and in medical sales for 7 years. When he first arrived here in Denver, he heard about Emily Griffith and started taking English classes. “One of the challenges I faced upon arriving was getting familiar with new words, new language, new environment, new expectations,” explains Adnan. “I had to figure out how to organize my life and my family and how to be successful in the U.S. It was really expensive in Colorado and a challenge to get a job. I got a job as a driver, but it wasn’t in my field and I didn’t make enough to pay my expenses.”

He says that Tiffany Jaramillo helped him in the CAREERS program and once his English was good enough he worked on getting into the Pharmacy Tech program. “I needed to get my high school diploma from my country, but this was too hard because my country was in the war. I had to get the documents I had translated and then work with the Health Science department to get approved with what I had,” explains Adnan.

The Pharmacy Tech classes have had their own challenges for Adnan. “I had to learn a new vocabulary and medical words. My primary language is Arabic and most of the people in my class speak English,” he says. “Mr. Joe has helped me if I need specific or more help or clarifications. He is a helpful man.”

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