Automotive mechanic are people who service and repair motor vehicles. Automotive mechanics working in international companies

mainly do the checking and fitting purposes. They check all the engine side and all other body parts and also the

performance.

Automotive mechanics make use of a wide variety of tools ranging from traditional hand tools to large power tools to the

computerized shop equipment needed for interfacing with the integrated electronic systems and complex computers which

regulate most of today’s vehicle. During routine inspection they check all the systems using standard tools and repair worn

parts replacing it.

To handle more intensive repair jobs, mechanics may need to replace the major systems or components of the vehicle.

Troubleshooting problems on many of today’s vehicle often requires a mechanic to compare examining results with computerized

diagnostic testing device with benchmarked standards provided by the manufacturer. It doesn’t require any standard

certification for becoming an auto mechanic. Some mechanic learns the trade from assisting and learning from experienced

workers. However successful completion of a vocational training program in automotive service technology in high school or in

a post secondary vocational school or community college is highly recommended.

Courses in math, physics, and to an increasingly important degree, electronics and computer science, will be extremely

helpful. Even those who graduate from a formal automotive training program will still need a year or two of experience to

become a fully qualified automotive mechanic. Complex specialties, such as air conditioning or transmission repair, normally

require another year or two of training and/or experience. A standard credential for automotive mechanics is the National

Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. While not mandatory for automotive service work,

certification is becoming increasingly common to the point where today there are about 400,000 certified professionals.

Certification can be earned in one or more of 8 different areas of automotive service (e.g., engine repair, brake systems,

electrical systems, etc.) and is based on a combination of education/experience and the ability to pass a certification exam.

Those who are skilled in multiple auto repair services and would like to increase their marketability as an all-around

mechanic can pursue ASE certification in all eight areas, which will earn them the designation of Master Automobile

Technician.