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Automotive Noncredit Courses

Automotive Safety Inspection

Automotive Safety Inspection (Experienced mechanics and other trained technicians only)

This course is designed for automotive employees needing certification required to perform N.C. inspections. Please note that a test designed for experienced technicians and mechanics will be given and those who do not have sufficient experience will likely fail this test and will as a result fail the class. (Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.) 8 hours. $71. Register and pay online for this course. If you prefer pay with cash, you may register using an alternative method.

33854 T 5/7 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454 Driving Directions to the Newton Building
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36147 T 5/21 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36151 T 6/4 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36152 T 6/18 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36153 T 7/9 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36154 T 7/23 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454

Emissions

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II Automotive Emissions (Experienced mechanics and other trained technicians only)

This is a mandatory course for employees performing NC Safety and Emissions inspections. The course focuses on the computer and software that monitor the emissions control devices installed in vehicles dating from 1996 to the present. Individuals who have not been certified by the N.C. Department of Motor Vehicles to perform Safety and Emissions inspections must take the course. Please note that a test designed for experienced technicians and mechanics will be given and those who do not have sufficient experience will likely fail this test and will as a result fail the class. (Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.) 8 hours.$71 Register and pay online for this course. If you prefer pay with cash, you may register using an alternative method.

33873 Th 5/9 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36163 Th 5/23 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36155 Th 6/6 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36156 Th 6/20 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36157 Th 7/11 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454
36158 Th 7/25 8 a.m.–5 p.m. NEWT 454

On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II Automotive Recertification (Experienced mechanics and other trained technicians only)

This OBD II class is for those employees who have been certified in Emissions and Safety Inspections. Please note that a test designed for experienced technicians and mechanics will be given and those who do not have sufficient experience will likely fail this test and will as a result fail the class. (Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.) 4 hours. $71 Register and pay online for this course. If you prefer pay with cash, you may register using an alternative method.

33864 F 5/10 8 a.m.-noon NEWT 454
36150 F 5/24 8 a.m.-noon NEWT 454
36159 F 6/7 8 a.m.-noon NEWT 454
36160 F 6/21 8 a.m.-noon NEWT 454
36161 F 7/12 8 a.m.-noon NEWT 454
36162 F 7/26 8 a.m.-noon NEWT 454

Motorcycle Safety

View the schedule for the Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic Rider course.

Vehicle Escort

Vehicle Escort Driver Certification

Training is provided for escort drivers of oversize/overweight vehicles in NC. The course focuses on the functions and duties of the escort driver as well as highway operations and breakdown operations. Cost includes handbook and materials. Students are required to provide their official driving record covering the last three years. (Because this course is self-supporting, no tuition waivers or exemptions are allowed.) 8 hours. $69

36185 Sat 6/22 9 a.m.–6 p.m. OCC 104

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