Degree: Certificate
HEGIS Code: 5306
Curriculum Code: 3005.AST
Engineering & Technologies Division
Career Opportunities/Further Education: Auto Dealerships, Repair Shops, Garages
Program Description
In this age of computer-enhanced, technology filled automobiles, the modern automotive technician must be knowledgeable in many areas to be successful. These changes in auto technology have expanded the need for entry automotive technicians.
The objective of the Automotive Technology Program (ATP) is to prepare graduates for the challenges of the auto industry. Either on a full-time or part-time basis during the day or evening, students in this program develop entry level automotive skills to work within this changing industry. The curriculum provides both theoretical and practical knowledge. Students learn about vehicle maintenance services, brakes, steering, suspension, electrical systems, engine performance, and repair facility operations. Coursework is complemented with many hours of hands-on experience in a fully equipped, up-to-date facility.
Graduates of the Automotive Technology Certificate Program are eligible for positions as entry level technicians, parts associates, service writers, or salespersons.
General automotive technology students work on live vehicles and components as supplied by the school and the students themselves for employer-recommended real-life experiences.
Program Competencies
Upon graduating with an Associate in Applied Science degree in Automotive Technology, the graduate will be able to:
- employ safe working practices while maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing automotive systems.
- demonstrate the ability to compose, in both oral and written form, a coherent, effective and grammatically correct text for the purpose of automotive repair orders, estimates, and invoices.
- select the proper way to diagnose and repair an automotive system when given options, such as repairs that are not approved by certain manufacturers or when calculating between the repair or replacement of a component.
- show the ability to recognize when automotive service information is needed and have the ability to locate, evaluate, and use the information effectively.
- demonstrate an awareness and understanding of various perspectives of people within the automotive industry, both locally and globally.
- effectively collect data to determine the cause of unwanted symptoms in automotive systems; and
- properly use tools to maintain, diagnose, and repair automotive chassis, powertrain, and electrical systems.
Curriculum
Total Degree Credits: 29
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