There are over 200 million vehicles on U.S. roads today. All of them require service periodically. More than one million men and women work at servicing these vehicles. Each year thousands of jobs become available for automotive technicians, trained to diagnose and repair the complex electronic and computer systems in today's vehicles.
Automotive repair professionals need to have up-to-date technical information at their command. The Associate Degree program in Automotive Technology combines in-depth theory with extensive practical training in a well-equipped lab. The program is NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) certified. Students are also responsible for running the program's auto parts store, where they gain val uable experience in inventory, stock control and ordering.
Graduates of the program will possess extensive knowledge of state of the art mechanical, electrical/electronic and computer systems used in today's automobiles. They will have expertise in using micrometers, calipers, multimeters, timing lights, engin e analyzers, scan tools, torches and welders, distributor synchrographs, brake lathes, emissions analyzers and valve and seat reconditioning equipment. Students also learn to effectively utilize ALLDATA and the Mitchell On-Demand Computerized Automot ive Service Information system.
Students may also opt to enroll in one of two specialized Certificate options, designed to teach specific skills and competencies. Students may enter any course with permission of instructor.
Upon graduation, students will be prepared to apply for positions in service, sales, parts and management. Job titles may include line mechanic, entry-level technician, service writer, parts stock clerk, assistant service manager or service manager.
Students must take at least two National Certification Exams (ASE) each spring, usually during the first week of May.
Students will be required to spend an additional $1300 to $1800 for tools, uniforms, and the ASE exams.
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| Fall Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | ||||
| AUT101 | Introduction to Automotive Service | 2 | 3 | 3 | |||
| AUT112 | Automotive Electricity I | 3 | 3 | 4 | |||
| AUT115 | Automotive Engines and Related Systems | 2 | 3 | 3 | |||
| ENG120 | College Composition | 3 | 0 | 3 | |||
| Mathematics | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||||
| Computer Electives Choose 1:
COM101, 103, 104, 105, 107 |
1 | 0 | 1 | ||||
| Semester Total | 14 | 9 | 17 | ||||
| Spring Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | ||||
| AUT113 | Automotive Power Trains | 4 | 6 | 6 | |||
| AUT114 | Automotive Electricity II | 3 | 3 | 4 | |||
| PHY113 | Electricity and Electronics | 3 | 2 | 4 | |||
| MGT218 | Small Business Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | |||
| Semester Total | 13 | 11 | 17 | ||||
| First Year Total | 34 | ||||||
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| Fall Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | ||||
| AUT211 | Automotive Electronics | 2 | 3 | 3 | |||
| AUT212 | Chassis Service and Alignment Procedures | 2 | 8 | 5 | |||
| AUT213 | Automotive Welding | 1 | 2 | 2 | |||
| Social Science Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||||
| English | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||||
| Semester Total | 11 | 13 | 16 | ||||
| Spring Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | ||||
| AUT214 | Computerized Diagnostic Service & Air Conditioning | 3 | 8 | 6 | |||
| AUT215 | Automotive Suspension and Brakes | 3 | 3 | 4 | |||
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||||
| Humanities | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||||
| Semester Total | 12 | 11 | 16 | ||||
| Second Year Total | 32 | ||||||
| Total for A.S. Degree | 66 | ||||||
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| Fall Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| AUT101 | Introduction to Automotive Service | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| AUT112 | Automotive Electricity I | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| AUT115 | Automotive Engines and Related Systems | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Semester Total | 7 | 9 | 10 | |
| Spring Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| AUT113 | Automotive Power Trains | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| AUT114 | Automotive Electricity II | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Semester Total | 7 | 9 | 10 | |
| Total for Certificate | 20 | |||
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| Fall Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| AUT211 | Automotive Electronics | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| AUT212 | Chassis Service and Alignment Procedures | 2 | 8 | 5 |
| Semester Total | 4 | 11 | 8 | |
| Spring Semester | Lec | Lab | Cr | |
| AUT214 | Computerized Diagnostic Service & Air Conditioning | 3 | 8 | 6 |
| AUT215 | Automotive Suspension and Brakes | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Semester Total | 6 | 11 | 10 | |
| Total for Certificate | 18 | |||
