SGTC Automotive Technology Advisory Committee Holds Fall Meeting

September 19, 2024
Pictured are members of the SGTC Automotive Technology Advisory Committee (l-r) Sandhya Muljibhai, Starlyn Sampson, Katrice Martin, Brandon Dean, John Beaver, Kevin Beaver, Dr. David Finley, Matt Kiley, Ron Peacock, Tony Peck, David Miller, and Carey Mahone.
Pictured are members of the SGTC Automotive Technology Advisory Committee (l-r) Sandhya Muljibhai, Starlyn Sampson, Katrice Martin, Brandon Dean, John Beaver, Kevin Beaver, Dr. David Finley, Matt Kiley, Ron Peacock, Tony Peck, David Miller, and Carey Mahone.

The Automotive Technology advisory committee at South Georgia Technical College (SGTC) recently convened in the Morgan Transportation Building on the Americus campus to discuss program developments and industry trends. The advisory committee plays a key role in supporting continuous improvement of SGTC’s Automotive Technology program.

Automotive Technology instructors Brandon Dean and Carey Mahone provided updates on program changes, enrollment, community involvement, and student achievements.

Committee members offered insights into curriculum enhancements, industry-specific training opportunities, advancements in automotive technology, and job or internship prospects for students. The group also shared information about salary expectations for graduates.

Attendees included David Miller, Ron Peacock, and Matt Kiley from Miller Auto Parts; Tony Peck from Snap-On Tools; Henry L. Snipes from Lacy’s Paint and Body; and John Beaver from Beaver Performance Racing. SGTC faculty members Starlyn Sampson (Auto Collision Repair) and Kevin Beaver (Motorsports Vehicle Technology), Academic Dean Dr. David Finley, Institutional Effectiveness Director and Grants Coordinator Katrice Martin, and WIOA Coordinator Sandhya Muljibhai also attended.

SGTC’s Advisory committees are vital in helping instructors stay updated on workplace technologies and practices, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their careers upon graduation.

To learn more about SGTC’s Automotive Technology program or other offerings, visit www.southgatech.edu. Fall C-term begins Oct. 16. Enroll now to complete a full semester in just eight weeks.