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Automotive Technology

October 2009 Needs Assessment

Prepared by Carli Straight

Date: October 23, 2009 Automotive Technology

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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 and the U.S. Department of Education’s Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), as well as 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 at California Community Colleges that are intended to achieve the same outcome. CIP Code Program of Study

47.0603 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.

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Educational Program to Occupation Crosswalk The TOP-CIP-SOC Crosswalk (Employment Development Department, 2007) 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 California 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. The Standard Occupation Classification codes are mapped to industry data by the California Labor Market Information Division. Industry information is used to geographically map the business locations of potential employers as well as to observe trends across the industries that employ the occupations identified above.

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Introduction and Contents Contents Background Information 5 Regional Job Outlook 7 Largest and Fastest Growing Industry Employers 10 Regional Graduation Summary 12 Chaffey College’s Performance on Core Indicators 14 Map of Selected Regional Employers and Competitor Institutions 15 Purpose and Goals Chaffey College currently offers seven certificate and degree options for students interested in Automotive Technology careers. Specifically, one can choose to pursue a 17-unit Certificate in Automotive Electrical Systems, a 24-unit Certificate in Engine Performance (Smog Check) Technician, a 10-unit Certificate in Engine Rebuilding, a 24-unit Certificate in General Automotive Service Technician, a 15-unit Certificate in High Performance Engines Building and Blueprinting, a 48-unit Associate of Science degree in Master Auto- motive Technician, or a 48-unit Certificate in Master Automotive Technician. The 2009-2010 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 is certified by the National Automotive Technical Education Foundation (NATEF). Students who successfully complete the requirements for the Master Automotive Technician Associate of Science Degree or Certificate will be qualified to take the examinations required for certification as an Automotive Master Technician and will receive credit for one year of related work experience towards certification.” 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 Metropolitan Division Orange County includes the Santa Ana-Anaheim-Irvine Metropolitan 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.

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Background Information

Automotive Technology Automotive Technology programs in California Community Colleges focus on teaching students to repair and overhaul 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

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics inspect, repair, and maintain automobiles and other gasoline, diesel, or alternate fueled vehicles. Typical Tasks

♦ Examine vehicles to determine extent of damages or malfunctions ♦ Test drive vehicles and test components and systems ♦ Repair, reline, replace, and adjust brakes ♦ Review work orders and discuss work with supervisors ♦ Follow checklists to ensure that all important parts of the vehicle have been examined ♦ Plan work procedures in accordance with charts, technical manuals, and experience ♦ Test and adjust repaired systems to meet manufacturers’ specifications ♦ Confer with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and to discuss work to be

performed now and recommendations for the future ♦ Perform routine and scheduled maintenance services ♦ Disassemble units and inspect parts for wear

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

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Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers install, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment. Typical Tasks

♦ Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions ♦ Splice wires and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment ♦ Reassemble and test equipment after repairs ♦ Install new fuses, electrical cables, or power sources as required ♦ Adjust, repair, or replace defective wiring and relays ♦ Locate and remove or repair circuit defects such as blown fuses or malfunctioning

transistors ♦ Refer to schematic and manufacturers’ specifications when locating problems ♦ Maintain equipment service records ♦ Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures, outlet boxes, and fuse holders ♦ Measure, cut, and install frameworks and conduit to support and connect wiring, control

panels, and junction boxes

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles Motor Vehicle Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers install, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles. Typical Tasks

♦ Splice wires and solder connections to fixtures, outlets, and equipment ♦ Diagnose or repair problems with electronic equipment, such as sound, navigation,

communication, and security equipment, in motor vehicles ♦ Inspect and test electrical systems and equipment to locate and diagnose malfunctions ♦ 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 ♦ Replace and clean electrical or electronic components ♦ Remove seats, carpeting, and interior doors; add sound-absorbing material in empty

spaces; and reinstall interior parts

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Regional Job Outlook Projected Regional Job Outlook The table below displays 2006 employment estimates and 2016 projections for the three occupational groups that employ Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician program completers. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanic occupations overwhelmingly supply more total jobs and are expected to have more job openings over time than the other two occupations displayed below. Job openings are greatest in Los Angeles County, followed by the Inland Empire and then Orange County.

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Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics

State of California 79,000 90,200 11,200 (14.2) 1,120 1,580 2,700

Inland Empire 9,830 11,180 1,350 (13.7) 135 197 332

Los Angeles CO 19,990 22,000 2,010 (10.1) 201 401 602

Orange CO 7,300 8,420 1,120 (15.3) 112 146 258

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment

State of California 1,700 1,800 100 (5.9) 10 40 50

Inland Empire 280 300 20 (7.1) 2 6 8

Los Angeles CO 940 1,000 60 (6.4) 6 32 38

Orange CO -- -- -- -- -- --

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles

State of California 3,200 3,500 300 (9.4) 30 100 130

Inland Empire 310 350 40 (12.9) 4 10 14

Los Angeles CO 740 780 40 (5.4) 4 24 28

Orange CO 330 350 20 (6.1) 2 11 13

Source: Labor Market Information Division, Employment Development Department, Occupation Profile, on the Internet at: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/ (visited October 15, 2009).

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Projected Regional Job Growth The graphs below show the projected growth from 2006 to 2016 of occupations that employ Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician program completers. As the graphs indicate, Los Angeles County is expected to have the least amount of job growth across all three occupations. Meanwhile, the Inland Empire will see the most growth in Electrical and Electronics Installer and Repairer and Electronic Equipment Installer and Repairer occupations, and Orange County in Automotive Service Technician and Mechanic occupations. Across the three occupations, the largest growth rates are expected for Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics.


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Regional Hourly Wages This table displays the 2009 hourly wage statistics of individuals working in occupations related to Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Across the three occupations, wages are highest for Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers. Within this occupation, wages are highest in Los Angeles county.

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State of California $20.53 $14.06 $19.21 $25.99

Inland Empire $19.20 $13.50 $17.97 $23.93

Los Angeles CO $19.21 $12.52 $17.30 $24.15

Orange CO $19.94 $13.54 $17.83 $25.59



Inland Empire $23.53 $19.33 $23.35 $27.47

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Inland Empire $17.88 $13.41 $15.96 $20.32

Los Angeles CO $14.42 $11.83 $13.95 $15.94

Orange CO $15.86 $11.54 $13.24 $17.19

Source: Labor Market Information Division, Employment Development Department, Occupation Profile, on the Internet at: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/ (visited October 15, 2009).

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Largest and Fastest Growing Industry Employers

Largest Industry Employers of Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician Occupations The graphs below display the 2006 staffing patterns of the ten largest industries employing each of the three Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician-related occupational groups across the state of California. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are employed by many more industries than either of the other two occupations.


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Source: Labor Market Information Division, Employment Development Department, Staffing Patterns, on the Internet at: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/iomatrix/staffing-patterns1.asp (visited October 20, 2009).

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Change Over Time of the Largest Industry Employers of Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician Occupations The graphs below display projections of change over time from 2006-2016 of the largest industries employing Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician-related occupations in the state of California. Strong growth is expected in many of these industries, however, Gasoline Stations and Auto Parts, Accessories, and Tire Services will see a decrease in the number of employees.


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Source: Labor Market Information Division, Employment Development Department, Staffing Patterns, on the Internet at: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/iomatrix/staffing-patterns1.asp (visited October 20, 2009).

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Regional Graduation Summary

Education and Training3 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician programs prepare students for positions in three occupations. Specific education and/or training requirements for each occupation are listed below.

Occupation Title Minimum Educational Requirement

Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics Post-secondary vocational training

Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment Post-secondary vocational training

Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles Post-secondary vocational training

Regional Completers in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician Programs The table below displays the number of program completers in the 2007-08 academic year at regional institutions offering an associate’s degree or certificate in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Besides Chaffey College, there are 31 institutions offering degrees and/or certificates below the baccalaureate level across the four county region.

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Chaffey College 28 6 2 0

American Auto Institute 51 -- -- --

American Pacific College -- 0 -- --

Antelope Valley College 5 -- 0 0

Baldwin Park Adult & Community Education -- 102 -- --

Barstow Community College -- -- 7 0

Cerritos College -- 39 43 0

Citrus College 1 3 8 0

College of the Canyons -- -- 0 0

College of the Desert -- 0 -- 0

Copper Mountain Community College -- -- 0 0

Cypress College 86 7 2 0

East Los Angeles College 46 4 2 --

El Camino College – Compton Center 3 -- -- --

El Camino Community College District 5 7 4 0

Fullerton College 9 4 2 0

Golden West College 1 -- 0 0

3 Labor Market Information Division, Employment Development Department, Occupational Guide, on the Internet at: http://www.labormarketinfo.edd.ca.gov/ (visited October 23, 2009).

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Liberty Training Institute 19 -- -- --

Long Beach City College 56 9 0 0

Los Angeles Pierce College 48 6 7 --

Los Angeles Trade Technical College 130 15 8 --

Maxine Waters Employment Preparation Center -- 0 -- --

Mt. San Jacinto Community College District -- 1 1 0

Pasadena City College -- 54 0 0

Rio Hondo College 2 7 7 0

Riverside Community College 10 -- 6 0

Saddleback College 14 4 2 0

San Bernardino Valley College 5 7 2 0

Santa Ana College 78 -- 4 0

Universal Technical Institute of California Inc 741 387 -- --

Victor Valley College 23 1 6 0

Wyotech – Long Beach 64 -- -- --

Total 1,425 663 113 0

Note: “--“ indicates that this type of degree is not offered. “0” indicates that this degree/certificate level 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/

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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; 5) Nontraditional Participation; and 6) 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. 2007-2008 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. Chaffey has performed below negotiated levels on 5 of the 6 core performance indicators.

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Core 1 – Technical Skill Attainment 92.46% 92.46% 91.89% -0.6

Core 2 – Completions- Credential, Certificate, Degree, or Transfer Ready 66.13% 66.13% 64.86% -1.3

Core 3 – Persistence and Transfer 82.18% 82.18% 79.73% -2.5

Core 4 – Employment 79.86% 79.86% 81.58% 1.7

Core 5a – Non-traditional Participation 21.47% 17.76% 4.05% -13.7

Core 5b – Non-traditional Completions 23.28% 17.72% 7.14% -10.6

Source: CA Community Colleges Reporting Services, Automotive Technology, College Core Indicator Information by 6-Digit TOP (2009-2010).

Map of Selected Regional Employers and Competitor Institutions

The Automotive Repair and Maintenance industry supplies a vast amount of jobs for Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician program completers in the state of California. Across the four counties of interest, there are 17,964 industry employers listed by the California Labor Market (10,794 in Los Angeles County, 3,321 in Orange County, 1,741 in Riverside County, and 2,108 in San Bernardino County). This map illustrates the location of a random selection of 10% of all Automotive Repair and Maintenance employers, generated using SPSS Statistical Software. Also included in the map are the locations of Chaffey College and other competitor institutions offering degrees or certificates in Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician programs.

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