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Every year, over 15,000 new automotive technician positions open up across the United States. The job market is hot….
So are Toyota, Scion and Lexus products. We are putting the latest technology on the road while other car companies are still dreaming about it – advanced features like hybrid drivetrains, and network controlled vehicle systems. Toyota, Scion and Lexus dealerships are hungry for qualified technicians, and they offer competitive wages, benefit plans and paid vacations.
- Cypress College has ASE-Certified instructors who are passionate about cars and eager to help you build a future.
- Cypress College has all the latest Toyota specific diagnostic equipment and vehicles, so what you learn with in class is what you will use on the job.
- Make money while you learn on-the-job with a worksite education experience at a Toyota, Scion or Lexus dealership.
Cypress College is proud to be a leader in the Toyota Technical Education Network (T-TEN). Our T-TEN program is a partnership comprised of:
- Toyota Motor Sales of America, Inc.
- Cypress College
- Toyota, Scion and Lexus dealers in Southern California
Toyota, Scion and Lexus dealers have a growing need for qualified automotive technicians who have a solid foundation of both general automotive knowledge and Toyota/Scion/Lexus specific diagnostic and repair skills. The Cypress College T-TEN program is your gateway to employment at a Toyota/Scion/Lexus dealership. Our Southern California location also offers the opportunity for employment at Toyota’s US headquarters in Torrance, about 15 miles from the Cypress Campus. Several Cypress T-TEN graduates are currently employed at Toyota Motor Sales or their Lexus and Scion divisions.
You can select an education plan that best fits your needs:
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The best preparation you will find.
- Aimed at students who wish to balance class-room based education with automotive technology skills
- Alows the maximum possibility for advancement at the dealership and beyond (Service Manager, Opportunities within Toyota’s corporate offices)
- Provides the highest long term earning potential
- Gain over 640 hours of worksite education experience, and get paid for it
- Prepares the student for transfer to a four-year baccalaureate program.
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Want to be more technically focused?
- Aimed at vocational students who wish to become a Certified Toyota or Lexus technician
- Provides possibilities for advancement and high earning potential
- 640 hours of worksite education experience
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The fast track to factory certification.
- Aimed at entry-level individuals who want to accelerate their prospects as a Toyota or Lexus technician
- High earning potential
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Ready for a change? This is for you!
- Aimed at individuals with prior automotive repair experience or training (other manufacturers/dealership programs, independent shops, NATEF Certified post-secondary programs, others)
- Quickly processes you through the T-TEN program
- Accelerated factory certifications
The first step is to set up an appointment with our T-TEN coordinator, Mr. Blanchard. He will review the program with you and will work to place you in an internship position at a Toyota/Scion/Lexus dealer. You will also need to visit with the Vocational Division Guidance Counselor staff to create an education plan. The Guidance Counselor will then direct you to Enrollment Services so you can become a Cypress College Student and enroll for classes.
The Associate Degree is sometimes called a two year degree. How long it will take you depends on your specific situation. Some students finish within two years, while others may take longer. The Counseling Staff can assist in creating an education plan that fits your needs.
T-TEN specific course fees are based on the same academic unit cost as other Cypress College courses. A wide range of scholarship programs and student loan packages are available. The Counseling Staff can direct you to a Financial Aid staff person for individual attention to your needs.
Many of our core subject areas use Toyota Training Materials and Vehicles. In these classes, you will have the opportunity to take the related T-TEN course test. As a T-TEN student, you earn Toyota credit towards certification when you pass the test and you do not need to take the related course. This saves you time and money so you can graduate and get to work faster.
Contact Mr. Blanchard at to jump start your T-TEN program:
The following descriptions are for the Toyota Technical Education Network courses offered at Cypress College. These courses provide Toyota, Lexus and Scion specific training. Passing the course results in a letter grade and course completion credit in the Toyota Technician Certification Program.
Please note that these courses supplement the core automotive technology courses and are not a substitute for them. It is recommended that you are currently enrolled in or have completed the related core course when attempting T-TEN courses. Make an appointment with the counseling staff or the T-TEN coordinator, Mr. Blanchard, to discuss these courses, enrolling in the T-TEN program and available fast-track options.
This course provides a review of basic electrical theory and provides hands-on practice building and testing circuits. Use of the digital multi-meter (DMM) is covered, introduction to Toyota wiring diagrams, as well as test equipment for battery, charging and starting system testing. This course meets two sessions per week for 6 weeks.
This course continues Toyota/Lexus/Scion electrical training, focusing on use of the EWD (electrical wiring diagram information), circuit current tracing, predicting voltages and diagnostic practice with bugged vehicles. This course meets two sessions per week, for 3 weeks.
This course provides the baseline knowledge of Toyota engine management systems and the related components. The operation of sensor inputs, the ECM/PCM and outputs are covered. The course introduces use of the scan tool for engine management system diagnosis. This course meets two sessions per week, for 7 weeks.
This course covers the suspension systems used on Toyota/Lexus/Scion vehicles. Suspension design and basic alignment theory are included. Related suspension electronic systems are also covered. This course meets two sessions per week, for 3 weeks.
This course covers Toyota/Lexus/Scion brake systems. Operating theory as well as service procedures are discussed. Anti-lock brake systems are covered including related diagnostic procedures. This course meets two sessions per week, for 3 weeks.
This course reviews the fundamental theory of Toyota/Lexus/Scion air conditioning systems. Hands-on activities cover use of service equipment, the recharging/recycling station and system diagnosis. This course meets two sessions per week, for 3 weeks.
This course is designed to familiarize the technician with the operation and diagnosis of Toyota automatic transmissions and transaxles.
This course is covers the operation and diagnosis of Toyota manual transmissions and transaxles.
This course covers the design theory and operation of Toyota hybrid vehicle systems. Special emphasis is placed on proper service techniques to ensure technician safety when performing inspection and repair of the hybrid related components. This course meets two sessions per week, for two weeks.
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