Automotive Technology (AAS.AUTO)

This degree prepares students with entry-level skills needed by technicians in the automotive industry. Students gain valuable hands-on skills that build the confidence and knowledge needed to be successful. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification. Instruction is provided by ASE certified instructors in a shop/lab that is equipped with modern equipment.

Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
Catalog Term Year: 2024 Summer
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
AUT-048
Intro to Auto Maintenance & Light Repair 
+
3.0
AUT-051
Electrical Systems I 
+
3.0
AUT-080
Auto Suspension & Steering 
+
3.0
AUT-053
Brake Systems 
+
3.0
ENG-050
Writing for Industry 
OR
ENG-098
Communications I 
OR
ENG-120
Composition I 
3.0
MAT-130
College Algebra 
OR
APT-041
Applied Mathematics I 
3.0

Semester Totals
18.0
Second Semester
COM-111
Intro to Speech Communication 
OR
COM-200
Interpersonal Communication 
3.0
AUT-050
Automotive Engine Repair 
+++
3.0
AUT-052
Engine Computer Systems & Sensors 
+++
3.0
AUT-071
Automotive Lab I 
+++
4.0

Semester Totals
13.0
Summer Term
AUT-054
Vehicle Heating & AC Systems 
++++
3.0
AUT-082
Manual Dr Train and Axles 
3.0

Semester Totals
6.0
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
Hours
AUT-059
Electrical Systems II 
+
3.0
AUT-081
Ignition and Fuel Systems 
+
3.0
ECO-130
The American Economy 
OR
ECO-231
Principles of Economics I (Macro) 
OR
ECO-232
Principles of Economics II (Micro) 
3.0
AUT-072
Automotive Lab II 
+
4.0

Semester Totals
13.0
Second Semester
AUT-076
Auto Transmissions/Transaxles 
+++
3.0
AUT-083
Vehicle Emission Systems 
+++
3.0
AUT-073
Automotive Lab III 
+++
4.0
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Any Social Science Elective 
3.0

Semester Totals
13.0

Total Program Hours

63.0