Automotive Technology
Associate of Applied Science Degree
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Recommended basic skills standards are:
The Automotive and Diesel Technology programs lead to an interesting and challenging career in the repair, service, sales, and supply fields. Three degrees are offered in this program: Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, and Automotive Technology with a Diesel emphasis. The Automotive Technology Degree has a specific focus on automotive service and repair. The Diesel Technology Degree has a specific focus on the repair and service of heavy duty diesel powered vehicles. The Automotive Technology/Diesel emphasis focus is on light duty diesel powered vehicles. i.e.; automotive diesel and light trucks. Students also have the option to pursue a variety of automotive and diesel certificates. Students also have the option to pursue a Motorsports Certificate. Motorsports courses are offered on a limited basis at this time during the summer semester only.
Students entering this program should exhibit the following qualities: mechanical aptitude, ability to read and follow detailed instructions, enjoy precision work and problem solving.
Students are required to provide appropriate work clothing, safety glasses, and a basic set of hand tools. (See automotive program advisors for specifics)
General Education Courses
Introduction to PC Applications |
3 |
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Organizational Communication |
3 |
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Career Math |
3 |
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6 |
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15 |
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*Elective hours must meet general education requirements. See list of approved general education courses. Students must consult with advisors for selection of elective courses to enhance their employability.
Automotive Technology
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Brakes I |
3 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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General Engine Diagnosis |
2 |
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Ignition System Diagnosis & Repair |
2 |
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Automotive Emissions |
2 |
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Suspension & Steering I |
3 |
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Automotive U-joint & Axle Shaft Service |
2 |
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Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches |
2 |
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Differentials & 4WD/AWD Service |
2 |
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Automotive Engine Removal & Installation |
1 |
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Engine, Disassembly, Diagnosis & Assembly |
5 |
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Brakes II |
3 |
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Auto/Diesel Body Electrical |
4 |
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Auto/Diesel Computers |
2 |
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Fuel Injection & Exhaust Systems |
4 |
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Driveability Diagnosis |
1 |
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Suspension & Steering II |
3 |
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Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology |
5 |
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Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service |
1 |
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Total Hours for Automotive Technology Degree Emphasis |
68 |
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Automotive Technology/Diesel
Brakes I |
3 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Ignition System Diagnosis & Repair |
2 |
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Suspension & Steering I |
3 |
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Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches |
2 |
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Engine, Disassembly, Diagnosis & Assembly |
5 |
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Brakes II |
3 |
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Auto/Diesel Computers |
2 |
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Fuel Injection & Exhaust Systems |
4 |
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Suspension & Steering II |
3 |
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Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology |
5 |
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Introduction to Diesel Mechanics |
2 |
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Diesel Shop Orientation |
2 |
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Diesel Engines I |
4 |
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Fuel Injection |
3 |
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Fundamentals of Four-Wheel & Front-Wheel Drive |
4 |
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Diesel Engines II |
4 |
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Air Induction & Engine Analysis |
1 |
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H/D Lighting & Instrumentation |
4 |
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Total Hours for Automotive Technology/ |
75 |
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Certificates
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Air Conditioning & Heating
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology |
5 |
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Total Credit Hours |
11 |
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Automotive Brakes
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Brakes I |
3 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Brakes II |
3 |
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Total Credit Hours |
12 |
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Automotive Electricity
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Specialized Electronics Training |
2 |
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Auto/Diesel Body Electrical |
4 |
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Auto/Diesel Computers |
2 |
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Total Credit Hours |
14 |
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Automotive Parts
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Brakes I |
3 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Ignition System Diagnosis & Repair |
2 |
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Automotive Emissions |
2 |
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Suspension & Steering I |
3 |
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Automotive U-Joint & Axle Shaft Service |
2 |
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Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches |
2 |
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Differentials & 4WD/AWD Service |
2 |
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Automotive Engine Removal & Installation |
1 |
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Engine, Disassembly, Diagnosis & Assembly |
5 |
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Parts Management |
1 |
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Brakes II |
3 |
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Auto/Diesel Body Electrical |
4 |
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Auto/Diesel Computers |
2 |
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Fuel Injection & Exhaust Systems |
4 |
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Suspension & Steering II |
3 |
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Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology |
5 |
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Total Credit Hours |
50 |
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Automotive Technology
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Brakes I |
3 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Ignition System Diagnosis & Repair |
2 |
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Automotive Emissions |
2 |
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Suspension & Steering I |
3 |
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Automotive U-joint & Axle Shaft Service |
2 |
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Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches |
2 |
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Differentials & 4WD/AWD Service |
2 |
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Automotive Engine Removal & Installation |
1 |
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Engine, Disassembly, Diagnosis & Assembly |
5 |
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Brakes II |
3 |
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Specialized Electronics Training |
2 |
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Auto/Diesel Body Electrical |
4 |
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Auto/Diesel Computers |
2 |
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Fuel Injection & Exhaust Systems |
4 |
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Suspension & Steering II |
3 |
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Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Technology |
5 |
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Total Credit Hours |
51 |
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Automatic Transmissions
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service |
1 |
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Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Diagnosis & Assemblies |
5 |
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Total Credit Hours |
12 |
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Engine Performance
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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General Engine Diagnosis |
2 |
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Ignition System Diagnosis & Repair |
2 |
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Automotive Emissions |
2 |
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Automotive Engine Removal & Installation |
1 |
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Engine, Disassembly, Diagnosis & Assembly |
5 |
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Specialized Electronics Training |
2 |
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Auto/Diesel Body Electrical |
4 |
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Auto/Diesel Computers |
2 |
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Fuel Injection & Exhaust Systems |
4 |
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Driveability Diagnosis |
1 |
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Total Credit Hours |
31 |
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Gasoline Engine Repair
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Automotive Engine Removal & Installation |
1 |
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Engine, Disassembly, Diagnosis & Assembly |
5 |
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Total Credit Hours |
12 |
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Manual Drivetrain
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Automotive U-joint & Axle Shaft Service |
2 |
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Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches |
2 |
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Differentials & 4WD/AWD Service |
2 |
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Total Credit Hours |
12 |
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Suspension and Steering
Introduction to the Automotive Shop |
2 |
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Basic Automotive Electricity |
2 |
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Battery, Starting, & Charging |
2 |
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Suspension & Steering I |
3 |
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Suspension & Steering II |
3 |
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Total Credit Hours |
12 |
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