Race Car Technology
Why study Race Car Technology?
Studying Race Car Technology opens doors to an exciting career in the highly competitive world of motorsports. Gain hands-on experience with top racing teams and manufacturers, contributing to cutting-edge technology development. Pursue roles as a race engineer, aerodynamicist, powertrain specialist, or driver.
Degrees & Certificates
Race Car Technology
Associate Degree in Applied Science
Time to Complete:
Two years
Schedule:
Day classes
An associate degree in Race Car Technology provides a comprehensive education in building and maintaining racing vehicles. Gain hands-on experience in engine assembly, chassis fabrication, and welding, preparing you for entry-level positions in engine preparation, chassis fabrication, and more in the motorsports industry.
Race Car Technology – Chassis Fabrication
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day classes
Forsyth Tech’s Race Car Technology Chassis Fabrication certificate program provides hands-on training in constructing and repairing race car chassis. Gain skills in metal fabrication, welding, and blueprint reading, preparing for entry-level positions as chassis fabricators and welders in the racing industry.
Race Car Technology – Race Car Setup
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day classes
Forsyth Tech’s Race Car Technology Race Car Setup certificate program offers specialized training in optimizing race car performance. Learn vehicle dynamics, data analysis, and tuning, preparing for entry-level positions as race car setup technicians in the motorsports industry.
Race Car Technology – Racing Engines
Certificate
Time to Complete:
1-2 semesters, part-time
Schedule:
Day classes
Forsyth Tech’s Race Car Technology Racing Engines certificate program offers hands-on training in assembling and tuning high-performance racing engines. Gain skills in engine design, machining, and performance testing, preparing for entry-level positions as engine preparation specialists in the motorsports industry.
$24/hr
Average salary range
1.5 %
Job growth
Career Tracks
- Race Team Mechanic
- Motorsports Technician
- Race Engineer
- Fabricator
- Dyno Technician
- Racing parts manufacturer
Get the education you deserve without spending your days worrying about how to afford it. Our financial aid team can help you chart a path to paying for college, including through debt-free grants and scholarships.
The Forsyth Tech Cares program supports students so they can succeed, including access to financial assistance, health services, and confidential counseling.
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Forsyth Tech’s Transportation Technology Center is located at:
4255 N Patterson Ave,
Winston-Salem, NC 27105