The transportation initiative at Long Beach City College provides a comprehensive portfolio of educational services for service technicians working in the dynamic transportation sector. These services are direct at established firms that want to certify and re-certify technicians, retain and hire quality employees and keep up-to-date with today's ever-changing technologies. The initiative is partially supported through the efforts of the Advance Transportation Technologies Center ( ATTC), funded by Economic Development Network(ED>Net) of California Community Colleges. The service of the initiative included technical assistance, assessment, training, placement and retention.

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The transportation initiative, with the support of the ATTC, can provide direct, technical assistance to business and industry by helping to identify the best methods and equipment to support Fleets utilizing alternatively fueled vehicles. These services are designed specifically to assist companies in their efforts to upgrade their technicians' certifications and maintain compliance with the ever-changing regulatory environment.
Today's technicians need strong skills to operate tomorrow's sophisticated equipment. Strong math, English, computer, and workplace skills are basic requirements. The transportation initiative provides assessments for current automotive students as well as incumbent workers. These assessments are design to help identify gaps in basic skills. By working with a client service coordinator, employees can develop a scope of work to address their basic skills challenges. The initiative also provides employment assistance through pre and post employment and placement services. These services help to support the industry by providing counseling, training, and mentoring services to help employers place and retain valuable employees.

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Training is provided to support the changing needs of technicians in the automotive and transportation industry. Short, not-for-credit training can provide technicians with the information required to be successful in their chosen industry. Training can target specific skill deficits uncovered by an assessment or new certification requirement while minimizing the impact of time lost on the job. Employees also can take advantage of traditional education by enrolling in one of four automotive programs to secure an Associate of Arts (AA) degree. The programs require the completion of a minimum of 41 units of instruction. All educational services can be delivered on a contract basis to organizations and employers who wish to receive closed, on-site, or customized educational services.

• Break and steering

• Electrical and fuel systems

• Engine and transmission

• Computer and emission controls

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Last update: 08/26/02