Lincoln Tech - Nashville

This degree is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understand and hands-on application of industry standard automotive repair and service techniques. The program also provides information on the latest automotive repair tools, diagnostic and service equipment, and techniques as well as important safety, personal protection, and hazardous material handling strategies for students to use in protecting themselves and the environment. Graduates of this degree program will be presented with the entry-level knowledge and skills required to correctly test, diagnose, replace, repair and adjust as necessary the components of the mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and accessories systems on current automobiles. Upon graduation, the student will be qualified for entry-level positions in the automotive service career field as a technician capable of analysis, problem solving, performing most common service operations and under supervision, more specialized or involved tasks with a dealer, independent shop or other service outlet. The general education component will provide the student with the communication, business, and critical thinking skills necessary to pursue other employment opportunities within the industry. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

Provide the graduate with the entry-level knowledge and skills required to correctly test, diagnose, replace, repair and adjust as necessary the components of the mechanical, electronic, hydraulic, and accessories systems on current automobiles. Upon completion of this program, the graduates will be qualified for entry into the automotive service career field as a technician capable of analysis, problem solving, performing most common service operations and under supervision, more specialized or involved tasks with a dealer, independent shop or other service outlet. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This program is designed to prepare students for entry into the automotive career field, while also providing supplemental knowledge of high performance applications pertaining to systems and components. Students enrolled in this program will learn theory, functions, diagnostics, and repair of automotive systems. Using industry standard tools and equipment, students will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems on automobiles and will be able to determine, select, and install appropriate high performance part for desired applications. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should possess knowledge and versatility in the automotive repair field to qualify for entry-level positions as an automotive technician in automotive dealerships, fleet maintenance departments, private repair and high performance customization enterprises, or franchised automotive repair organizations. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This degree program is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding and hands-on application of industry standard collision repair and refinishing techniques. The program also provides information on the latest collision repair tools, equipment, and techniques as well as important safety tips and strategies for students to use in protecting themselves and the environment. It offers an insight to what it takes to become a successful, well-rounded collision repair technician and prepares the student to assume greater responsibilities within the business of collision repair. Graduates of this degree program will be presented with the basic skills and knowledge that an entry-level technician needs to obtain employment in the collision industry. Upon graduation, the student will be qualified to work in a shop that repairs conventional and unitized bodies using various manufacturers frame, alignment, and paint equipment as well as specialty shops. This program is structured to prepare the student for I-CAR Pro-Level 1 Certifications in both the Non-Structural and Refinish areas along with preparation for I-CAR steel and aluminum welding certifications. The general education component will provide the student with the communication, business, and critical thinking skills necessary to pursue other employment opportunities within the industry. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This program is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding and hands-on application of industry standard collision repair and refinishing techniques. The program also provides information on the latest collision repair tools, equipment, and techniques as well as important safety tips and strategies for students to use in protecting themselves and the environment. It offers an insight into what it takes to become a successful, well-rounded collision repair technician. Graduates of the “Collision Repair and Refinishing Technology” program will be presented with the basic skills and knowledge that an entry-level technician needs to obtain employment in the collision industry. Upon graduation, the student will be qualified to work in a shop that repairs conventional and unitized bodies using various manufacturers frame, alignment, and paint equipment. This program is structured to prepare the student for I-CAR Pro Level 1 Certifications in both the Non-Structural and Refinish areas along with preparation for I-CAR steel and aluminum welding certifications. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

An Associate Degree will be awarded upon completion of this program. The program is designed to prepare students for entry into the diesel and truck service career field. Students enrolled in this program will learn theory, functions, diagnostics, and repair of diesel and truck systems. Using industry standard tools and equipment, students will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems on diesel engine and trucks Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should possess knowledge and versatility in the diesel and truck repair field to qualify for entry level positions in dealerships, fleet maintenance departments, private repair enterprises, or franchise tuck repair organizations. The general education component will provide the student with the communication, business, and critical thinking skills necessary to pursue other employment opportunities within the industry. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This program is designed to prepare students for entry into the diesel and truck career field. Students enrolled in this program will learn theory, functions, diagnostics, and repair of diesel engines and truck systems. Using industry standard tools and equipment, students will diagnose and repair electrical and mechanical systems on diesel engines, trucks, and trailers. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should possess knowledge and versatility in the diesel and truck repair field to qualify for entry-level positions as a mechanic, technician, mechanic’s helper, or a fleet service technician in truck dealerships, fleet maintenance departments, private repair enterprises, or franchised truck repair organizations. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

This degree is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understand and hands-on application of industry standard heavy-duty and off-road equipment repair and service techniques. Students enrolled in this program will learn theory, functions, diagnostics, and repair of diesel engines and off-road equipment systems. Utilizing industry standard tools and equipment, students will diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic, drive train, steering, and suspension systems on heavy-duty and off-road equipment. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should possess knowledge and versatility in the diesel engine and heavy-duty off-road equipment service and repair industry to qualify for entry-level positions in heavy-duty and construction equipment dealerships, fleet and equipment maintenance facilities as well as independent service and repair enterprises. The general education component will provide the student with the communication and critical thinking skills necessary to pursue other employment opportunities within the industry. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

Prepare students for entry into the heavy-duty and off-road equipment career field. Students enrolled in this program will learn theory, functions, diagnostics, and repair of diesel engines and off-road equipment systems. Utilizing industry standard tools and equipment, students will diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic, drive train, steering, and suspension systems on heavy-duty and off-road equipment. Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate should possess knowledge and versatility in the diesel engine and heavy-duty off-road equipment service and repair industry to qualify for entry-level positions in heavy-duty and construction equipment dealerships, fleet and equipment maintenance facilities as well as independent service and repair enterprises.Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignments in each course.

The Welding and Metal Fabrication Technology program prepares students for entry level welder positions as structural welders. Students develop key fundamental skills during the initial courses and learn to apply these skills using different and more complex welding procedures. The welding procedures include Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG), Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW), and Gas Tungsten Arc Gas Welding (GTAW/TIG). Using each of these procedures, students learn to weld plate in various positions including horizontal, vertical, and overhead. Students also learn various techniques for cutting and preparing metal for welding procedures. Upon successful completion of all components of this program, the graduate should possess the working knowledge and skills to qualify as a structural welder using any one of three standard welding processes in construction, fabrication, or plant maintenance work settings. Students should be able to successfully complete pre-qualification tests for any construction structural or pipe related projects. Students will be required to complete out-of-class assignment in each course.