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 The automotive technology program is designed to provide an individual with classroom and laboratory experiences on the proper use of hand tools, power tools, diagnostic testing equipment, and technical manuals in all phases of automotive maintenance and repair. Skills and techniques are developed, through use of Automotive Service Excellence standards, the diagnosis, removal, and replacement of parts including inspection, engine overhaul, electrical systems, carburetion, fuel injection, brakes, transmissions (automatic and manual), suspension and steering, heating and air-conditioning systems, and engine performance. |
A certificate of
completion in automotive technology may be earned in a twelve-month period. The
student must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 (a C average in the curriculum). The
curriculum for the one-year certificate in Automotive Technology is designed for
the student to learn and develop job skills. The program is based on Automotive
Service Excellence (ASE) standards and prepares the students for the ASE certification
tests.
The automotive technology program provides work-place experiences recommended by the U.S. Department of Labor Secretary's Commission on Achieving Necessary Skills (SCANS).
Students
are required to provide their own hand tools and work uniforms. Some
upper level universities will allow you to transfer anywhere from 24-44 hours of
your technical credit toward a Bachelor of Applied Arts or Science degree.
Contact your transfer university for information.
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Tools Required For The Automotive Courses