Image via pexelsTrade careers are more popular than ever, but getting the necessary training is also more complicated than in the old days of the on-the-job training and apprenticeships. Educational institutions have sprung up across the country offering courses to prepare for auto mechanics, electrical, HVAC, plumbing and more – yet it can be difficult […]
Are you considering being certified as a mechanic? Have you conducted a cursory internet search regarding the requirements involved, but cannot seem to find all the information you need in one place? Becoming an ASE certified mechanic is an important step when building your career within the automotive industry. If you want to give yourself a […]
Brightwood College, formerly known as Kaplan College, has long offered a variety of health, business, criminal justice, information technology, nursing, and trades programs. Brightwood was owned by the Education Corporation of America and is not accepting new students at this time. Current students may wish to continue reading to learn more about their options now […]
Prior to World War II, very few American car manufacturers offered the V12 engine as an option. They were just too costly and complicated in their design. Only Cadillac and Packard offered this engine in their vehicles. After the war the Lincoln H-Series continued with this option. After the Lincoln model was phased out in […]
Are you good at fixing things and finding the solution to mechanical issues? Do you love tinkering with cars and enjoy nothing better than getting under the hood and determining what could be causing a glitch in the works?If you answered “yes” to both questions, it is possible that a career as an auto mechanic […]
Image by: pexelsFrom the early 1950s DeSoto, to the muscle-bound Chargers of the late 60s and early 70s, to today’s Hellcat Challenger, nothing says power like a Hemi engine. The innovative design of the Hemi’s combustion chamber allowed Dodge/Chrysler/Plymouth to lead the way in increasing the efficiency of gas burning engines. Hemi has become synonymous […]
Many students are starting to wonder what career path they should choose. This is a big decision with a lot of consequences over the long term. There are a lot of students who are graduating with a degree that will not help them land a job. With the time and financial commitment of a traditional […]
Today many oil and gas drilling operations in Kansas require the services of highly skilled Diesel Mechanics. These workers help keep the large trucks, buses and boats that depend on diesel engines functioning smoothly. If you possess manual dexterity and you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical issues, you might like working as a well-paid Diesel Mechanic in […]
The work of a Diesel Mechanic proves very exciting. Advances in technology suggest that diesel-powered vehicles will continue to gain importance in the automotive industry. Big trucks and buses usually use diesel engines, too. This type of motor also powers most commercial boats and heavy construction equipment. Diesel Mechanics help maintain large transportation fleets. They […]
Individuals looking for career alternatives, diesel technology is an open field with opportunities to study diesel and truck technology. There are more than 70 vocational, technical, four-year college, and community college institutions that offer diesel mechanic training in California. These schools train future mechanics to maintain and repair medium to large sized diesel trucks. The […]
