Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technology/Technician
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the maintenance of alternative fuel vehicles and the conversion of standard vehicles to AFV status. Includes instruction in electrical vehicles, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vehicles, compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, hybrid fuel technology, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, diagnosis and repair, and conversion/installation.
- Schools offering
- 15
- Annual completions
- 62
- Typical degree level
- Associate's
- Median earnings (5yr)
- $60k
About this major
A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the maintenance of alternative fuel vehicles and the conversion of standard vehicles to AFV status. Includes instruction in electrical vehicles, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) vehicles, compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, hybrid fuel technology, electrical and electronic systems, engine performance, diagnosis and repair, and conversion/installation.
Where this major leads
Occupations most often associated with this major, from the federal BLS+O*NET crosswalk. Job-growth projections and median wages are national.
| Occupation | Median wage | Job growth | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Automotive service technicians and mechanics | $50k | +4.2% | Postsecondary nondegree award |
Earnings at a glance
Median graduate earnings from the federal College Scorecard, 5 and 10 years out.
Median 5-year earnings
$60k
Associate's vs Bachelor's — early-career earnings
Associate's
$60k
Bachelor's
$77k
Top colleges for Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technology/Technician
Ranked by annual completions at the associate's or bachelor's level — a proxy for program scale.
| College | Location | Assoc. | Bach. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Northwestern Ohio | Lima, OH | 29 | 0 | 29 |
| Rio Hondo College | Whittier, CA | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Chattanooga State Community College | Chattanooga, TN | 7 | 0 | 7 |
| Wichita State University-Campus of Applied Sciences and Technology | Wichita, KS | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Heartland Community College | Normal, IL | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Central Oregon Community College | Bend, OR | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Long Beach City College | Long Beach, CA | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Saddleback College | Mission Viejo, CA | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Las Positas College | Livermore, CA | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Ferris State University | Big Rapids, MI | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Related majors to explore
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
11,093 completions/yr
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
2,634 completions/yr
Airframe Mechanics and Aircraft Maintenance Technology/Technician
1,685 completions/yr
Aircraft Powerplant Technology/Technician
807 completions/yr
Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
632 completions/yr
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician
316 completions/yr
Medium/Heavy Vehicle and Truck Technology/Technician
294 completions/yr
Motorcycle Maintenance and Repair Technology/Technician
273 completions/yr