Automotive Technology Certificate
The Automotive Technology Certificate of Applied Science is a one-year program that provides practical skills training for students in the maintenance and repair of vehicles. The Automotive Technology program adheres to industry standards that are followed throughout the program both in the classroom and with live hands-on projects in the automotive laboratory. Upon completion of the Automotive Technology Certificate of Applied Science program, the student will be able to demonstrate the ability to analyze basic automotive electrical circuits, apply and use skills for brake, suspension, wheels and tires systems, utilize service manuals and diagnostic procedures. It will prepare students for a career in the automotive field.
Occupational Objective: Entry-level Automotive Technician with automotive dealerships, independent repair shops, oil field applications, fleet shops and other related areas.
Degree Requirements
Related Instruction Requirements
Core I
| Communications | 6 |
| WRIT 101 | College Writing | 3 |
| Or | |
| WRIT 104 | Workplace Communications | 3 |
Core II
| Mathematics | 3 |
| M 105 | Contemporary Math | 3 |
| Or | |
| M 111 | Technical Mathematics | 3 |
| Or | |
| M 121 | College Algebra | 3 |
Core VII
| Computer Technology | 3 |
| CAPP 120 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| Or | |
| CAPP 131 | Basic Microsoft Office | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 9 |
Program of Study Courses
Total Credit Hours: 32
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Use proper tools, equipment, precautions and procedures to safely perform repairs
- Diagnose and repair Brake systems, Electrical Systems, Steering and Suspension systems
- Demonstrate the ability to locate service repair information by many different types of media
- Develop essential workplace skills and attributes necessary for an automotive related career