The mission of Miramar College is to prepare students to succeed in a world of dynamic change by providing an environment which values excellence in innovation, teaching, learning and partnerships. Prepare highly skilled technicians to meet the ever-changing present and future needs of the transportation technology market. Continue to advance the Aviation, Automotive and Diesel curriculum and equipment to incorporate the most advanced technology education available. Provide for faculty development to maintain and expand professional skills and knowledge. Create new and innovative courses, curriculum and training to meet specific or unique technology and fuel training needs. Develop and maintain key industry partnerships to ensure education programs meet industry needs and that industry is provided with a full range of information on transportation technology, fuels and options available to them. Create new jobs through comprehensive education and training. Provide information to the public and organizations demonstrating the environmental and economic benefits of advanced technology, fuels and other transportation options. When do classes begin? Classes begin every Fall (August) and Spring (January) semester for each of the main technical disciplines: Automotive, Diesel and Aviation. Why is there advanced transportation technology (ATT) curriculum? As new technologies or devices are created to improve a product, industry will demand that the technicians using these new products be well trained. The technician must be trained to install, understand the products function and be able to insure that it is working properly. ATT curriculum is industry driven I have no basic skills. How long before I gain that technical skill knowledge? Each program has a different time commitment: Aviation takes about 4 or 5 semesters to complete Automotive takes about 5 semesters to complete Diesel takes about 4 or 5 semesters to complete How long does it take to start my career? It's up to you! First, your career can begin as soon as you finish a basic technology program of your choice. You may start your career apprenticeship while in college. Second, as a current working technician there may be gaps in your experience. Improve your understanding of the current technical development in your industry by attending professional development courses in alternative fuels, intelligent transportation systems and other developing areas. How do I get started at Miramar College? Call 619-388-7309 ask for an application and a Technology Education Track. Can anyone answer my questions about classes, times, books and tools? We offer several orientation classes every semester presented by our Outreach Coordinator and staff. We cover the how, where and the whens. We help you fill out the paperwork. We usually include a tour of the campus and the Technology Departments. I have questions that need attention right now!! Who will help me? Call 619­388-7309 and ask for the Outreach Coordinator to return your call. I need financial help to attend College. Who will help me? We have many financial counselors that help you find money for college. Call 619­ 388-7864 or 858­536-7864 and ask for a person to help you. If you like you can come to the campus and we will introduce you to the financial counselors. ATT @ Miramar | Why ATT? | Technician Training | Technology Overview | Getting Started | Contact Us | Educational Resources | Events © 2002 ATT Miramar College, All Rights Reserved.