OGDEN, UT – Students in the Automotive Service Technology program at Ogden-Weber Technical College (OTECH) are gaining real-world experience with industry-standard equipment designed to prepare them for careers in today’s high demand automotive industry. As the automotive industry continues to evolve with electric vehicles (EVs), hybrid systems and advanced safety technology, OTECH is preparing students with hands-on automotive service technician training using industry-standard tools and modern diagnostic equipment.
OTECH’s automotive lab features professional-grade equipment, where students complete engine and transmission tear-down, brake service, tire mounting and balancing, suspension work and advanced diagnostics. The program emphasizes practical training to ensure graduates are workforce ready.
OTECH is one of the few technical colleges in Utah to offer a high-voltage vehicle simulator, allowing students to safely practice procedures used when servicing electric and hybrid vehicles. This technology gives students exposure to real-world scenarios before entering the workforce. “We’re one of the few tech schools here in Utah that has one of these pieces of equipment,” Carlos Orellana, Automotive Service Technology program director said. “It’s very expensive but very useful for some of these modern vehicles.”
In addition to electric vehicle training, the program includes hands-on experience with an ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) machine. Students learn how sensors, cameras and radar systems work together to improve vehicle safety and performance.
OTECH students also apply their classroom knowledge through a comprehensive project vehicle build. The vehicle was rebuilt from the ground up, with students assembling the engine and transmission, installing a supercharger, upgrading the rear end, adding Wilwood brakes and completing a full suspension build.
OTECH’s certificate in Automotive Service Technology can serve as part of a long-term educational pathway. After earning the certificate, students may apply their credits toward an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in automotive technology at Weber State University.
Take the next step to start your automotive career — apply to OTECH’s Automotive Service Technology program today and start gaining hands-on experience. For more information, contact admissions or visit otech.edu/admissions