Your instructor and the automotive repair technology program's advisory committee stress the purchase of tools is a must in seeking employment in the automotive field. You cannot be hired without them. So please check out the tool fair held during the career and technical education new student orientation session.
Matco, Mac, Craftsman, and Snap-On tools are offered as sets at greatly reduced prices while you are a student at SWCC.
The following tool list has been compiled with costs in mind. This is a minimum requirement for an entry-level technician.
Please engrave your tools to prevent them from being lost or stolen.
A tool box suitable to house all the tools listed below is also necessary.
Socket Sets Don't forget breaker bar and extensions where applicable 1/2” drive socket/ratchet set – standard 7/16" to 1 1/8", 12-24 mm metric sockets 3/8" drive socket/ratchet set – 1/4" - 3/4" standard, metric – 10mm to 19mm 1/4" drive socket/ratchet set |
Pliers |
Screwdrivers Torx bits/drivers - T27 - 55, 3/8" drive sockets, 10 - 27 screwdriver style Chisel and punch set - pin & starter punch, flat chisel, pry bar, 3/32", 5/32", 3/16", 1/4", 5/16", 5-1/2", 6", 6-1/2", 5" center punch, 24" |
Brake Tools |
Optional Tools - These may be purchased as needed. Your instructor may have suggestions for specific automotive areas. |
Hammers |
Miscellaneous Tools Allen Wrench Set (L-type) - 1/16" to 3/8" hex Feeler Gauge - .0015" to .080" Wire Gauge - .035" to .080" Scraper - 1-1/2" x 3-3/8" heavy duty Wire stripper - 6" 10-20 gauge Test light Steel ruler 6" pocket Hacksaw with following blades 4-18 TPS, and 4-24 TPI Flat hand file with handle 10" mill Flash light with batteries Oil filter wrench (should fit small and large filters) Magnetic pick up tool Steel measuring tape 12' Safety glasses (not goggles) Tire inflation air chuck Rubber nozzle blow gun |
Wrench Sets |
Air Tools - Optional |