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Automotive Technology - Associate of Applied Science (Major Code - ATC)

The Automotive Technology Associate of Applied Science degree provides students with a working knowledge of the skills required for employment as automotive technicians. It benefits both students seeking marketable skills and experienced automotive technicians looking to upgrade their proficiency and obtain industry certification. Students successfully completing the program will have obtained the knowledge and skills necessary to qualify for all eight segments of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Technician Certification.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this program will be able to do the following:

  • Demonstrate the ability to select and use the proper hand tools for a specific automotive repair.
  • Demonstrate the ability to use diagnostic equipment to analyze engine controls and other subsystems.
  • Demonstrate the ability to use diagnostic charts, schematics, and meters to analyze faults.
  • Demonstrate a general proficiency in all eight areas of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Certification Standard.

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GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENT 18-19 CREDITS

Composition 6 credits

ENG 101Composition**

3
ENG 102English Composition**

3

Mathematics 3-4 credits

MAT 132Applied Mathematics*

3
or higher (3-4 credits)

Liberal Arts 6 credits

Technology Literacy 3 credits

CIS 116Computer Essentials*

3
OR
CIS 120Introduction to Information Systems**

3

CORE CURRICULUM 33 CREDITS

AUT 101Introduction to Automotive Technology*

3
AUT 102Automotive Electrical Fundamentals*

3
AUT 103Internal Combustion Engines*

3
AUT 104Automotive Brake Systems*

3
AUT 105Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems*

3
AUT 106Automotive Manual Drive Systems*

3
AUT 108Automotive Parts Specialist

3
AUT 201Automotive Electrical Systems and Equipment*

3
AUT 204Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Diagnostics and Rebuilding*

3
AUT 205Automobile Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning*

3
AUT 206Engine Performance*

3

ELECTIVES (AS NEEDED TO COMPLETE 64 CREDITS)

TOTAL DEGREE REQUIREMENTS 64 CREDITS