An Automotive Technology Certificate in Customization and Restoration will focus on the restoration and customization of classic cars and trucks. Your training will involve hands-on experiences in all aspects in creating a classic vehicle into a work of art. Each year the college restores a classic car which becomes the face of the transporation division. You may find yourself working on that project or it is acceptable to work on a project of your own. The two-year program consists of two semesters of automotive technology and two semseters of auto body training. You will taught by highly qualified instructors with national reputations in class car restoration and customization. If you want to learn classic car restoreation and customization from the best, this is the place to learn how to make a career doing what you love.

Program awards:

Customization and Restoration Certificate

Contact Information:

Bryan Herrick
AutoTech Instructor

308-535-3644
800-658-4308 ext. 3644
herrick@mpcc.edu

Don Wilson
Auto Body Instructor

308-535-3643
800-658-4308 ext. 3643
wilsond@mpcc.edu

North Platte Community College – North Campus
1101 Halligan Dr.
North Platte, NE 69101
308-535-3600
800-658-4308

Employment Opportunities:


A graduate with an Automotive Technology Certificate in Customization and Restoration will have the skills and knowledge to gain employment with those companies who perform classic vehicle restoration. Salaries will be based on individual skill level and attention to detail.

Gainful Employment

Program costs for Automotive Customization and Restoration Certificate (information for 2009-10 school year)

  • Median loan debt is unknown
  • 63 hrs tuition and fees= $5355
  • Books and supplies for 4 semesters= $3000
  • Room and board for 4 semesters= $10,200
  • Estimated costs for Restoration Certificate= $18,555
  • Graduation Rate w/in 100% (Fall 2009 cohort) = 0%
  • Graduate Placement Rate (2009-10 graduates) = No Graduates

Recommended Electives

Electives to be considered include classes in business, communication, computers, electronics, diesel technology and others with the approval of an advisor. A business management class is strongly recommended.

TRAN 1005 Safety is a prerequisite for all Auto Technology classes, except night classes.