Industrial Tech Department

Automotive Technology A.A.S. Degree

This program provides the balance of theory and practical knowledge necessary for students preparing for careers in the automotive technology industry. Service technicians are trained to maintain and repair cars, vans, small trucks, and other vehicles. Using both hand tools and specialized diagnostic test equipment, they learn to pinpoint problems and make necessary repairs or adjustments. In addition to forming complex and difficult repairs, technicians handle a number of routine maintenance procedures such as oil changes, tire rotation and battery replacement. Technicians also interact with customers to explain repair procedures and discuss maintenance needs.

 

I. General Education Core (20)

Area A: Communication (6 credits)

ENG 101 Composition I - with a grade of C or better (3)
COMM 101 Principles of Communication (3)

Area B: Humanities and Fine Arts (3 credits)

Select one course from Area B on pages 50-52 (3)

Area C: Mathematics (4 credits)

TECH 109 Technical Mathematics I (4) required

Area D: Physical and Life Sciences (4 credits)

TECH 221 Technical Physics I (4) required

Area E: Social and Behavioral Sciences (3 credits)

Select one course from Area E on pages 50-52 (3)

 

II. Area of Concentration/Program Requirements (47)

AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 102 Automotive Engines (4)
AUTO 107 Automotive Electricity/Electronics I (4)
AUTO 108 Suspension and Steering Systems (4)
AUTO 202 Automotive Brake Systems (4)
AUTO 205 Manual Transmissions and Transaxles (4)
AUTO 206 Automotive Engine Performance (4)
AUTO 207 Automotive Heating/Air-Conditioning (4)
AUTO 208 Automotive Transmissions/Transaxles (4)
AUTO 210 Automotive Electricity/Electronics II (4)
AUTO 211 Automotive Engine Performance II (4)
AUTO 215 Advanced Automotive Service and Systems (4)

Program Total: 67 credits

 

Automotive Alignment Specialist Certificate

This short-term program trains students to function as front-end mechanics. Students learn to align and balance wheels, as well as repair steering mechanisms and suspension systems.

 

Program Requirements

AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 108 Steering and Suspension Systems (4)

Program Total: 7 credits

 

Automotive Brake Specialist Certificate

Students in this program are trained to work on drum and disk braking systems, parking brakes and their hydraulic systems. Students learn to inspect, adjust, remove, repair and reinstall brake shoes, disk pads, drums, rotors, wheel and master cylinders, and hydraulic fluid lines.

 

Program Requirements

AMATH 100 Basic Mathematics for the Skilled Trades (2)
AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 107 Automotive Electricity/Electronics I (4)
AUTO 202 Automotive Brake Systems (4)

Program Total: 13 credits

 

Automotive Drivability Specialist Certificate

This short-term program trains students to diagnose drivability problems. Students learn the basics of the engine, engine performance, how the electronics work, as well as the computer system functions of the vehicle. Students are taught to adjust the ignition timing and valves, and adjust or replace spark plugs or other parts to ensure efficient engine performance. Electronic test equipment is used to adjust and locate malfunctions in fuel, ignition, and emissions control systems.

 

Program Requirements

AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 102 Automotive Engines (4)
AUTO 107 Automotive Electricity/Electronics I (4)
AUTO 206 Automotive Engine Performance (4)
AUTO 211 Automotive Engine Performance II (4)

Program Total: 19 credits

 

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Automotive Engines Specialist Certificate

This short-term program trains the student to function as an engine mechanic. Students learn to overhaul engines, as well as service the electrical needs of the engine.

 

Program Requirements

AMATH 100 Basic Mathematics for the Skilled Trades (2)
AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 102 Automotive Engines (4)
AUTO 107 Automotive Electricity/Electronics I (4)

Program Total: 13 credits

Automotive Heating/Air Conditioning Specialist Certificate

This short-term program prepares technicians to install and repair air-conditioners as well as service components such as compressors and condensers.

 

Program Requirements

AMATH 100 Basic Mathematics for the Skilled Trades (2
AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 107 Automotive Electricity/Electronics I (4)
AUTO 207 Automotive Heating/Air Conditioning (4)

Program Total: 13 credits

Automotive Parts Specialist Certificate

This short-term program trains the student for positions in parts management. Students learn the parts management system as well as basic business management techniques and introductory computer skills.

 

Program Requirements

AMATH 100 Basic Mathematics for the Skilled Trades (2)
AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 223 Automotive Parts Management (2)
ITAPP 101 Introduction to Computers (3)

Program Total: 13 credits

Automotive Services Technology Certificate

This program prepares students for employment in automotive servicing and repair, engine testing, automotive field services, and automotive parts and shop management.

 

Program Requirements

AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 102 Automotive Engines (4)
AUTO 107 Automotive Electricity/Electronics I (4)
AUTO 108 Suspension and Steering Systems (4)
AUTO 202 Automotive Brake Systems (4)
AUTO 205 Manual Transmissions and Transaxles (4)
AUTO 206 Automotive Engine Performance (4)
AUTO 208 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles (4)
AUTO 210 Automotive Electricity/Electronics II (4)
AUTO 211 Automotive Engine Performance II 4)

Program Total: 39 credits

Automotive Service Management Specialist Certificate

Service management specialists are the link between the customers seeking repair or maintenance for their vehicles and the technicians who perform the work. Students are trained to write repair orders, inspect vehicles to determine work that needs to be done, determine costs of the work, and prepare itemized estimates. In addition, students learn basic computer skills and basic business management skills. After gaining experience in entry-level positions, successful students can go on to the management/supervisory levels in auto shops.

 

Program Requirements

AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 224 Automotive Services Management (2)
BUS 103 Business Mathematics (3)
BUS 127 Business Communications (3)
ITAPP 101 Introduction to Computers (3)
Business Elective: Select from BUS 105, 107, 109, 170, 241, 242 (3)

Program Total: 17 credits

Automotive Transmission Specialist Certificate

This short-term program trains mechanics to work on gear trains, couplings, hydraulic pumps and other parts of automotive transmissions. Because these are complex mechanisms and include electronic parts, their repair requires considerable experience and training, including a knowledge of hydraulics.

 

Program Requirements

AUTO 101 Basic Automobile Service and Systems (3)
AUTO 102 Automotive Engines (4)
AUTO 205 Manual Transmissions and Transaxles (4)
AUTO 208 Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles (4)

Program Total: 15 credits

 

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