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Auto-electronist – Car mechanic

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The Auto-electronist – Car mechanic qualification is one of the most sought-after and complex specializations in the modern automotive industry. It combines traditional mechanics with the new digital and electrical technologies that govern today’s vehicles.

What does this related qualification entail?

In a world where cars are becoming computers on wheels, the separation between mechanic and electrician has almost disappeared. Here are the main pillars of competence:

  1. The automotive mechanics part focuses on the physical and hydraulic systems of the vehicle:
  • Engine: diagnosing wear and tear, repairing the engine-transmission assembly.
  • Running gear: suspension, steering and brakes.
  • Maintenance: fluid changes, filters and wear elements.
  1. Electrical and electronics involve technological complexity:
  • Computerized diagnostics: using testers to communicate with the car’s control units (ECUs).
  • Safety and comfort systems: interventions on ABS, ESP, airbags, automatic climate control or parking sensors.
  • Electric and hybrid vehicles: Maintenance of high-voltage batteries and electric motors (a segment experiencing massive growth).