Automotive Technology Advanced Certificate

Automotive student working on a car

Upon completion of this program, the graduate is prepared for entry-level employment in the automotive repair and maintenance field.

TECH.81G

Outcomes

Demonstrate safe work habits and techniques in the use of vehicles and equipment in shop operations.

Show proper usage of common measuring devices and automotive testing equipment.

Identify appropriate tools andmaterials required for the appropriate automotive repair.

Determine manufacturer’s specifications when making repairs and adjustments to vehicles.

Demonstrate diagnosis and repair of heating and air conditioning, brakes, engines, and electrical system issues within specific time limits

Program Requirements

Major Courses

AUTO 1064Internal Combustion Engines

4 Credits

AUTO 1073Ignition & Electrical Systems I

3 Credits

AUTO 1123Ignition & Electrical Systems II

3 Credits

AUTO 1143Brakes

3 Credits

AUTO 1213Manual Transmissions & Driveline

3 Credits

AUTO 1223Automatic Transmissions

3 Credits

AUTO 2013Computerized Engine Controls I

3 Credits

AUTO 2206Engine Diagnosis & Overhaul

6 Credits

AUTO 2233Heating & Air Conditioning

3 Credits

AUTO 2243Alignment, Steering & Suspension

3 Credits

Total Credit Hours: 34

Suggested Course Sequence

0-15 credit hours

AUTO 1064Internal Combustion Engines

4 Credits

AUTO 1073Ignition & Electrical Systems I

3 Credits

AUTO 1143Brakes

3 Credits

16-30 credit hours

AUTO 1123Ignition & Electrical Systems II

3 Credits

AUTO 2013Computerized Engine Controls I

3 Credits

31-45 credit hours

AUTO 1213Manual Transmissions & Driveline

3 Credits

AUTO 2243Alignment, Steering & Suspension

3 Credits

46-60+ credit hours

AUTO 1223Automatic Transmissions

3 Credits

AUTO 2206Engine Diagnosis & Overhaul

6 Credits

AUTO 2233Heating & Air Conditioning

3 Credits

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