Snap-On Educational Partnerships

Gateway Technical College has been working closely with Snap-on Incorporated in the conceptualization and implementation of Horizon Center. The Horizon Center, in addition to receiving generous donations of cash, equipment cost reductions, and scholarship funds from Snap-on, is the recipient of Snap-on expertise and curriculum support.

Snap-on has designated the Horizon Center as its first location in the world for delivery of its Diagnostic Coursework and Certification program. This program is designed for advanced students in the Gateway program or professional technicians.

Snap-on diagnostic tools make up nearly 65% of the aftermarket automotive diagnostic tools in the automotive industry in the U.S. Technology is changing so quickly and so deeply that diagnostic tools are needed for engine, transmission, air conditioning, ABS, airbag, and body systems like windshield wipers and power windows. The capabilities of diagnostic tools change to meet these needs and technicians need to have the skills necessary to operate and understand them. Certification raises the level of excellence for all in the industry which assures vehicle owners and potential employers of technicians that the technician has the skill sets to repair computer-controlled vehicles successfully. ETHOS (TM): Is the quick go-to scan tool that complements the Snap-on family of scan tools. It is ideal for an entry-level technician, a service advisor, or a top-tech who wants quick answers to tough problems. Vantage PRO(TM): Is a 2-channel lab scope with built-in power graphing meter and component-test meter. It performs diagnostic checks that verify the integrity of the input signals that onboard computers use to operate systems. SOLUS PRO(TM): Is the next step in the evolution of the Snap-on Scanner(TM). This tool communicates with the onboard computers to read and clear trouble codes, verify input readings, and simulate outputs on today's advanced computer-controlled systems. MODIS(TM): MODIS is the all-in-one flagship of the Snap-on Diagnostic family. It combines, multiplies and exceeds the power of Vantage PRO and SOLUS PRO together into one unit. Its 4-channel lab scope, power graphing meter, component-test meter, scanner and more make it the most advanced diagnostic tool in the industry.

Snap-on education experts have worked with Gateway officials and instructors to ensure the center has leading edge technology and has lent its expertise gathered by working with educational institutions around world to ensure Horizon Center is providing the best education available.