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Automotive Technology Needs Assessment

Automotive Technology

August 2014 Needs Assessment

Prepared by Danielle Pearson

Date: August 26, 2014 Automotive Technology


Scope Data compiled in this report covers San Bernardino, Riverside, Orange, and Los Angeles counties. Data were drawn from external sources, including the Employment Development Department’s California Labor Market Information, the U.S. Department of Education’s Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), O*NET OnLine, and Chaffey College’s Colleague Administrative database. Data Sources and Calculations Educational Program Data TOP Code Program of Study

0948.00 Automotive Technology The Taxonomy of Programs (TOP) is a standardized system used at the state level to classify programs and courses that are intended to achieve the same outcome at different colleges throughout the state. CIP Code Program of Study

47.0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician The Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) is a standardized coding system used at the federal level to facilitate accurate tracking, assessment, and reporting of fields of study and program completion at educational institutions throughout the country. This report draws on the Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician CIP code, which maps to the Automotive Technology TOP code, to compare Chaffey College to other institutions and examine employment trends. Completions Data Degree and certificate data regarding students at Chaffey College were collected from the Colleague Administrative database. Degree and certificate data for all comparison schools were collected from the U.S. Department of Education’s Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). All comparison institutions included in this report are postsecondary and have provided data to IPEDS. IPEDS defines postsecondary education as a formal program designed primarily for students beyond high school age. These include academic, vocational, and continuing professional education, and exclude avocational and adult basic education programs. Occupational Data SOC Code Occupational Title

49.3023 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

49.2093 Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

49.2096 Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles The Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system is used by federal statistical agencies to classify workers into occupational categories. The Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician CIP code was mapped to the SOC codes listed in the table above using the crosswalk described in the paragraph below.


Educational Program to Occupation Crosswalk The TOP-CIP-SOC Crosswalk (Employment Development Department, 2009) was used in this report to map TOP codes to CIP and SOC codes. This crosswalk allows the user to estimate labor market demand for California Community College program completers using SOC based projections from the Labor Market Information Division. Industry Data The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) is used by federal statistical agencies to classify business establishments for the purpose of conducting and reporting research on the U.S. business economy. Using the Standard Occupational Classification codes listed above, associated NAICS industries were identified.


Introduction and Contents Contents Background Information 5 Regional Job Outlook 7 Largest & Fastest Growing Industry Employers 10 Regional Graduation Summary 13 Chaffey College’s Performance on Core Indicators 15 Purpose and Goals Chaffey College currently offers six certificate and two degree options for students in the Automotive Technology program. Specifically, students pursuing an associate’s degree can earn a 21-24 unit Associate in Science in General Automotive Service Technician or 39-42 unit Associate in Science in Master Automotive Technician. Alternatively, students pursuing a certificate can earn a 14.5-unit Certificate in Automotive Electrical Systems, a 23 unit Certificate in Engine Performance (Smog Check) Technician, a 10-unit Certificate in Engine Rebuilding, a 21-24 unit Certificate in General Automotive Service Technician, a 15-unit Certificate in High Performance Engines Building and Blueprinting, and a 39-42 unit Certificate in Master Automotive Technician. The 2014-15 College Catalog program description reads as follows: “The Automotive Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed as technicians in the automotive service industry. The Automotive Technology program at Chaffey College provides instruction pursuant to the standards defined by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF).” The purpose of this report is to integrate and analyze data from multiple sources to determine labor market needs for the Automotive Technology program at Chaffey College.

Regional Definitions Inland Empire includes the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) Los Angeles County includes the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Glendale Metro Division Orange County includes the Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine Metro Division Key Terms and Concepts Replacement Jobs: Replacement jobs refer to the number of job openings due to workers leaving an occupation. Annual Openings: Annual openings are calculated by adding the number of new jobs to the number of replacement jobs, divided by the number of years in the projection period. Projections: Projections of employment are calculated by the Employment Development Department and are based on a mathematical formula that includes historical employment and economic indicators along with national, state, and local trends. Occupation: Jobs are grouped into occupations using the federal Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system. Industry: Occupations are grouped into industries using the North American Industry Classification System (NAICS). Wages: Hourly wages are reported in percentiles and averages. The 25th percentile is a useful proxy of entry-level wages and the 75th percentile of experienced-level wages.


Background Information

1 California Community Colleges, Chancellor’s Office, Taxonomy of Programs, Sixth Edition (Corrected Version). 2 O*Net Online: http://www.onetonline.org/find/

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics2

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics diagnose, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are grouped into two occupations, for which the top ten typical tasks are listed. Automotive Master Mechanics repair virtually any part on the vehicle or specialize in transmissions. Typical Tasks ♦ Test drive vehicles and test components and systems. ♦ Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions. ♦ Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes. ♦ Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined. ♦ Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems, and to discuss work to be

performed and future repair requests. ♦ Perform routine and schedules maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications, and tune-ups. ♦ Repair and service air conditioning, heating, engine-cooling, and electrical systems. ♦ Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers’ performance specifications. ♦ Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors. ♦ Tear down, repair, and rebuild faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems, and

linkages.

Automotive Specialty Technicians repair only one system or component on a vehicle. Typical Tasks ♦ Examine vehicles, compile estimates of repair costs, and secure customers’ approval to perform

repairs. ♦ Repair, overhaul, or adjust automobile brake systems. ♦ Troubleshoot fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems. ♦ Repair or replace defective ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, or wheel bearings. ♦ Inspect and test new vehicles for damage; record findings so necessary repairs can be made. ♦ Test electronic computer components in automobiles to ensure proper operation. ♦ Tune automobile engines to ensure proper and efficient functioning. ♦ Install or repair air conditioners and service components. ♦ Repair, replace, or adjust defective fuel injectors, carburetor parts, and gasoline filters. ♦ Remove and replace defective mufflers and tailpipes.

Automotive Technology

Automotive Technology programs in California Community Colleges focus on teaching students about the servicing, maintenance, and diagnosis of malfunctions, and repair and overhaul of components and systems in automotive vehicles.1 The following three occupational categories provide employment opportunities for completers of Automotive Technology programs. The descriptions of job duties are provided by the Occupational Information Network.2


Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment2

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers of Transportation Equipment install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment. Typical Tasks ♦ Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions,

using visual inspections, testing devices, and computer software. ♦ Reassemble and test equipment after repairs. ♦ Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and

equipment. ♦ Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required. ♦ Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning

transistors. ♦ Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays in ignition, lighting, air-conditioning,

and safety control systems, using electrician’s tools. ♦ Refer to schematics and manufacturers’ specifications that show connections and provide

instructions on how to locate problems. ♦ Maintain equipment service records. ♦ Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders, using electric drills

and routers. ♦ Measure, cut, and install frameworks and conduit to support and connect wiring, control

panels, and junction boxes, using hand tools.

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles2

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers of Motor Vehicles install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles. Typical Tasks ♦ Splice wires with knives or cutting pliers, and solder connections to fixtures and equipment. ♦ Diagnose or repair problems with electronic equipment, such as sound, navigation,

communication, and security equipment, in motor vehicles. ♦ Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions using

visual inspections and testing instruments such as oscilloscopes and voltmeters. ♦ Install equipment and accessories such as stereos, navigation equipment, communication

equipment, and security systems. ♦ Estimate costs of repairs based on parts and labor charges. ♦ Confer with customers to determine the nature of malfunctions. ♦ Run new speaker and electrical cables. ♦ Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers. ♦ Replace and clean electrical or electronic components. ♦ Remove seats, carpeting, and interiors of doors and add sound-absorbing material in empty

spaces, reinstalling interior parts.


Regional Job Outlook Projected Regional Job Outlook The table below displays 2010 employment estimates and 2020 projections for the three occupational groups associated with Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician programs. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics occupations account for the vast majority of positions during this time range, with few openings among the other two occupations displayed below.

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Estimated 2010 Jobs

Total Projected 2020 Jobs

Projected Growth (%)

Ave. Annual New Job Openings

Ave. Annual Replacement Job Openings

Ave. Annual Total Job Openings

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

State of California 67,000 80,400 13,400 (20.0%) 1,340 1,730 3,070

Inland Empire 6,330 7,460 1,130 (17.9%) 113 164 277

Los Angeles CO 16,810 18,920 2,110 (12.6%) 211 434 645

Orange CO 6,100 6,810 710 (11.6%) 71 158 229

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

State of California 1,800 1,800 0 (0.0%) 0 50 50

Inland Empire -- -- -- -- -- --

Los Angeles CO 430 440 10 (2.3%) 1 10 11

Orange CO 200 190 -10 (-5.0%) -1 6 5

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles

State of California 2,000 2,100 100 (5.0%) 10 60 70

Inland Empire 250 260 10 (4.0%) 1 6 7

Los Angeles CO 430 470 40 (9.3%) 4 10 14

Orange CO 150 160 10 (6.7%) 1 3 4

“--“ Indicates there are no data available.

Source: Labor Market Information Division, Employment Development Department, Occupation Profile, on the Internet at: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/ (visited August 27, 2014).

http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/


Projected Job Growth by Region The graphs below show the projected growth from 2010 to 2020 of occupations that employ Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician program completers. As graphs indicate, among the three occupations, the largest growth rates are expected for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, while there is little to no growth for Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers of Transportation Equipment.


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Hourly Wages by Region This table displays the first quarter 2014 hourly wage statistics of individuals employed in occupations that employ Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician program completers. Across the three occupations, wages are highest for Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers. Wages for this group are notably higher in Los Angeles County than in Orange County or the Inland Empire. Conversely, wages for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are highest for workers in Orange County.

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State of California $21.15 $14.34 $19.57 $26.75

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Orange CO $15.53 $13.17 $15.46 $17.56




Largest and Fastest Growing Industry Employers

Largest Industry Employers of Automotive Technology Occupations The graphs below display the 2010 staffing patterns of the largest industries employing Automotive Technicians and Mechanics, Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, and Motor Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers across the state of California. As shown in the graphs, Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are employed in a variety of industries, while those in the other two occupations are each employed in only two industries.

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Regional Graduation Summary

Education and Training3 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician programs prepare students for positions in three occupations: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics, Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers of Transportation Equipment, and Motor Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers. Employers of each of these occupations are usually looking to hire individuals with post-secondary vocational training. Regional Completers in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician Programs The table below displays the number of program completers in the 2012-13 academic year at regional institutions offering an Associate’s degree or certificate in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician programs. Besides Chaffey College, there are 29 institutions offering degrees and/or certificates below the baccalaureate level across the four-county region.

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Chaffey College 34 0 7 --

American Auto Institute -- 180 -- --

Antelope Valley College 5 -- 0 --

Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education -- 8 -- --

Barstow Community College 0 -- 7 --

Cerritos College -- 19 10 --

Citrus College 42 2 11 2

College of the Canyons -- 0 1 --

College of the Desert 15 -- 1 --

Copper Mountain College -- -- 2 --

Cypress College 157 17 7 --

East Los Angeles College 70 9 8 --

El Camino College-Compton Center 9 5 0 --

El Camino Community College District 41 17 6 --

Fullerton College -- 5 4 --

Golden West College 67 -- 4 --

Hacienda La Puente Unified School District – Adult Education -- 31 -- --

Long Beach City College 1 15 6 --

3 U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, on the Internet at: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/ (visited August 28, 2014).


Los Angeles Pierce College 109 20 9 --

Los Angeles Trade Technical College 40 37 11 --

Mt. San Jacinto Community College District 3 10 6 --

Pasadena City College 4 42 -- --

Rio Hondo College 13 7 11 --

Riverside City College 29 -- 10 --

Saddleback College 14 7 2 --

San Bernardino Valley College 8 12 -- --

Santa Ana College 27 -- 4 --

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc -- 7 -- 1,125

Victor Valley College 16 1 5 --

Wyotech-Long Beach -- 39 40 --

Total 704 490 172 1,127

Note: “--“ indicates that this type of degree is not offered. “0” indicates that this degree is offered but no degrees or certificates were granted. Source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System, on the Internet at: http://www.nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/


Chaffey College’s Performance on Core Indicators

The Perkins IV Career and Technical Education Improvement Act of 2006 mandates that all state and local postsecondary institutions provide data on six core performance indicators for their career and technical education programs. These indicators are: 1) Technical Skill Attainment; 2) Completions; 3) Persistence and Transfer; 4) Employment; 5a) Nontraditional Participation; and 5b) Nontraditional Completion. Performance goals are set at the state and local levels and progress is monitored based on a comparison between the actual percentage of students who master each performance area and the negotiated levels of performance. 2012-2013 Chaffey College Performance on Core Indicators The table below displays negotiated and actual core performance indicator levels for all Chaffey College students classified under the Automotive Technology TOP code. This CTE Cohort is defined by the Chancellor’s Office as those with 12+ CTE units in the discipline in 3 years. Chaffey students achieved above district and state negotiated levels on Core Indicators 1 and 3.

Core Performance Indicators Negotiated Level

Chaffey College Performance

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Core 1 – Technical Skill Attainment 89.50% 89.50% 91.53% 2.0

Core 2 – Completions- Credential, Certificate, Degree, or Transfer Ready 81.50% 75.61% 75.00% -0.6

Core 3 – Persistence and Transfer 86.50% 83.24% 83.48% 0.2

Core 4 – Employment 80.85% 77.65% 57.41% -20.2

Core 5a – Non-traditional Participation 22.60% 20.29% 5.93% -14.4

Core 5b – Non-traditional Completions 26.50% 22.49% 9.30% -13.2

Source: CA Community Colleges Reporting Services, Automotive Technology, College Core Indicator Information by 6-Digit TOP (2014-2015 Fiscal Year Planning).

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