Well I've been on the automotive technician and autobody collision repair waiting lists at DCTC for 2 years. They called me on Saturday telling me that I may register if I'd like to. So needless to say, I went on in and registered! It will cost about 2k a semester ( 2 year program) and the tools will vary depending on what brands I get.
This is very much so a spur of the moment thing, as I had not planned on going since its already August. I don't really know what to expect. Has anyone done this program? I realize getting 10k in tools is smart, but I'm working on a hardcore budget. Ideas for sufficient brands? I might have to just stick with craftsman but if something is compairable in price, but of better qualitiy, I will go with it. I'm starting off in the transmission portion of the coarse. Basic auto, auto, then manual.
I really don't know how I'm going to pay for school, but I'm going anyways. I didn't fill out the FAFSA because I totally forgot I was still on the waiting list. So getting financial aid for the first semester is completely out of the question. tools will be between 2k and 6k for what I need.
Any information about the schooling and / or Tools would be greatly appreciated! Thanks guys. ( maybe I'll actually learn something and be able to make an impact in the tech forums efficiently

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