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Transportation

The Transportation Program at Hennepin Tech provides a combination of classroom work and field training. Students learn from highly qualified instructors with more than 10 years of industry experience.

Check out the program options below.

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Auto Body Collision Technology

Learn the skills to diagnose and repair vehicles damaged from collisions, corrosion, and wear.

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Automotive Technology

Learn to diagnose, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on automobiles and light trucks.

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Ford ASSET

Get in-depth, hands-on training and car knowledge to repair, diagnose and maintain Ford vehicles.

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Marine, Motorsport & Outdoor Power Equipment Technology

Gain the skills and experience to troubleshooting and repair boats, motorcycles, lawn and garden equipment, and more.

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Medium/Heavy Truck Technology

Learn the skills to become a technician in the trucking industry. Gain skills to fix semi's, tractor trailers, and other big trucks.

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Program News

Alumni Spotlight: Thomas Cornelius

Friday, November 1, 2024

Auto Body Alumni Thomas Cornelius on a black and gray background
Technical education equips students with the practical skills and hands-on experience needed to excel in industries like automotive engineering and manufacturing. Thomas Cornelius, a proud graduate of Hennepin Technical College’s Auto Body program, exemplifies how technical education can open doors to unexpected and rewarding career paths.

Hennepin Tech Automotive Program Receives National Accreditation

Wednesday, October 2, 2024

Vehicles on lifts in auto shop classroom lab
The automotive training program at Hennepin Tech has received ASE Training Program accreditation from the ASE Education Foundation. Hennepin Tech’s automotive program has been accredited in the following: Master Automobile Service Technology.

Morrie’s Minnetonka Ford Donates 2023 Lincoln Aviator

Thursday, September 19, 2024

Lincoln Aviator
Hennepin Tech, home of the only Ford Automotive Student Service Education Training (ASSET) program in Minnesota, has received a donation of a 2023 Lincoln Aviator from Morrie’s Minnetonka Ford Lincoln.

Medium Heavy Truck Technology Receives Engine from North Central International

Thursday, September 19, 2024

medium truck engine donation
Hennepin Tech Medium Heavy Truck Technology program recently received a donation of a Cummins ISB 6.7-liter medium duty truck engine from North Central International at their annual Transportation Open House.