Program Overview
The objective of the Automotive Technology curriculum is to prepare students to enter the automotive service field with a proven degree of competency. The AAS program courses are designed to give the student entry-level skills in most phases of automotive repair. The student must realize, however, that to become an expert in the automotive field requires dedication and continued schooling. Automotive Technology graduates are generally prepared to enter automotive programs at selected colleges and universities with junior status.
Additional Program Information
A transfer agreement with at least one four-year college or university exists for this A.A.S. program. Students should consult an advisor for more information.
Program Requirements
Major Courses
| AUTO1021 | Service Shop Operations I | 1 Credit |
| AUTO1064 | Internal Combustion Engines | 4 Credits |
| AUTO1073 | Ignition & Electrical Systems I | 3 Credits |
| AUTO1123 | Ignition & Electrical Systems II | 3 Credits |
| AUTO1143 | Brakes | 3 Credits |
| AUTO1213 | Manual Transmissions & Driveline | 3 Credits |
| AUTO1223 | Automatic Transmissions | 3 Credits |
| AUTO2013 | Computerized Engine Controls I | 3 Credits |
| AUTO2206 | Engine Diagnosis & Overhaul | 6 Credits |
| AUTO2233 | Heating & Air Conditioning | 3 Credits |
| AUTO2243 | Alignment, Steering & Suspension | 3 Credits |
| AUTO2252 | Service Shop Operations II | 2 Credits |
| COGT2114 | AutoCAD I | 4 Credits |
| COSC1513 | Introduction to Information Processing | 3 Credits |
| ELTR1004 | Fundamentals of Electricity | 4 Credits |
| Total Credit Hours: | 48 |
General education
A higher level mathematics course can be substituted.
Higher level English course(s) may be substituted for COMM 1603 and/or ENGL 1613.
Total Credit Hours: 64
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
Spring semester
| AUTO1123 | Ignition & Electrical Systems II | 3 Credits |
| AUTO2013 | Computerized Engine Controls I | 3 Credits |
| COSC1513 | Introduction to Information Processing | 3 Credits |
| ELTR1402 | Industrial Safety | 2 Credits |
| MATH1103 | Technical Mathematics | 3 Credits |
| PSCI1114 | Applied Technical Science | 4 Credits |
Fall semester
| AUTO1213 | Manual Transmissions & Driveline | 3 Credits |
| AUTO2243 | Alignment, Steering & Suspension | 3 Credits |
| COGT2114 | AutoCAD I | 4 Credits |
| ELTR1004 | Fundamentals of Electricity | 4 Credits |
| MCHN1311 | Precision Measurement | 1 Credit |
Spring semester
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