Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology program offers exciting careers and unlimited opportunities. Through the use of equipment used in the automotive industry today and A.S.E. master certified instructors, students learn how to diagnose and repair today's high-tech vehicles. This program will prepare students for entry level employment with companies that require training in areas such as: electrical systems, engine performance, transmissions, brakes, steering and suspension systems, air conditioning systems, and engine repair. Students are prepared to take industry standard certification exams from ASE.

Students receive hands-on experience on up to date repair and diagnostic equipment that is currently used in the automotive field today. Computer usage and skills along with network communication diagnosis has become critical skills required to quickly and accurately diagnosis newer automobiles, hybrid and alternative fueled vehicles, and heavy diesel trucks. This is a "hands-on" training program that allows plenty of lab time to develop the skills needed to be successful in whichever emphasis of study the student chooses to go into. Through your choice of electives, you can choose the emphasis of study you would like to pursue.

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SAMPLE CAREERS IN THIS FIELD
Body Repair Technician, Insurance Adjuster, Damage Appraiser, Toyota T-TEN Technician, Automotive Service Manager, Automotive Service Technician, Heavy Truck Diesel Technician, Motor Sports Builder/ Technician, Hybrid Vehicle Service Technician, Parts Sales/ Counter Specialist, Automotive Accessory Installer

DEGREES AVAILABLE
Associate of Applied Science, Technical Certificate, and short-term Certificate. NOTE: The number of credits required for a degree or certification is based on students who are program-ready and does not include non-academic skills courses. Availability of degrees varies by campus. Contact your campus of interest below for more information.

Short-term certificates are sequences of technical and professional courses that are industry focused and designed for workforce preparation. They provide access to targeted, short-term training in a discipline, and completers may sit for specific certification exams. Courses in certificate programs also apply toward technical certificates and associate degree programs in the subject area.

Certificates currently offered in this field are:

Automotive Electrical/Electronics (18 credits)
Completion leads to preparation for the ASE Certification, employment and/or completion of an associate degree. Program and Employment Information

Brakes and Suspension (18 credits)
Completion leads to preparation for the ASE Certification, employment and/or completion of an associate degree. Program and Employment Information

Diesel Electronics Controls (18 credits)
Completion leads to taking the ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Technician T-6 Electrical/Electronic Systems Exam, employment, and or completion of an associate degree. Program and Employment Information

Electric and Hybrid Vehicle (24 credits)
Completion leads to ASE A-6 Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems, New H- 9 Transit Bus Hybrid Vehicle, NAFTC First Responder, and NAFTC First Responder Hybrid Electric Vehicle Safety Training, employment, and/or completion of an associate degree. Program and Employment Information

Engine Performance (18 credits)
Completion leads to preparation for the ASE Certification, employment and/or completion of an associate degree. Program and Employment Information

Power Train (19 credits)
Completion leads to preparation for the ASE Certification, employment and/or completion of an associate degree. Program and Employment Information

Truck Chassis Systems (17 credits)
Completion leads to taking the ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Technician T-5 Suspension and Steering and T-8 Preventive Maintenance Inspection Exams, employment, and/or completion of an associate degree.  Program and Employment Information

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE IN AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
(Minimum of 31 credit hours)

The Technical Certificate in Automotive Technology can be earned on the way to acquiring the Associate of Applied Science degree. Many available jobs require advanced education beyond the high school diploma. Technical Certificate programs provide education in conceptual and technical skills for specific occupations. The program content is designed to develop competency in the comprehension of general and technical skills. Certificate programs require mastery of basic reading, writing, mathematical and quantitative skills. Program and Employment Information

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
(Minimum of 67 credit hours)

The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Automotive Technology will give you the knowledge and skills for career entry or advancement in a current job. Associate of Applied Science degree programs are two-year programs that prepare students for careers, career changes and career advancement. Students who need to take longer to complete the degree because of job or family obligations can take the program over a longer period of time. AAS programs may also prepare students for transfer to four-year institutions. These programs offer education in recognized technical areas and specialties with emphasis on analysis, synthesis and evaluation. The program content, which is approximately 30% general education and 70% professional/technical, provides depth and breadth in conceptual and professional/technical skills. The general education courses equip students with the problem solving, communications, scientific and mathematical skills to compete successfully in the job market. Professional/technical courses equip students with the skills to obtain employment and to advance in the workforce.