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Automotive Technology
Program Overview

Degrees / Certificates Offered:

Certificate - Vehicle Service Technician

Certificate - General Automotive Repair

Associate in Applied Science - Automotive Technology

This program typically starts in Fall and Winter Quarters

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The Automotive Program is a Master NATEF/ASE Certified Program.

Program Description
The Automotive Technology program prepares students for employment in the automotive trade. Instructional time is divided between classroom theory, practical application in the lab, and time spent in a work-based learning situation. The program utilizes current diagnostic equipment and techniques to prepare students to meet the challenge of this highly technical industry. Students have classroom theory and shop experience in all major automotive systems. Students must participate in a work-based learning component as an employee in an automotive shop. The program emphasizes safety, proper work habits, human relations skills, as well as the technical ability necessary for employment.

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Degree & Certificate Requirements
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Students may enter Automotive Technology fall or winter quarter. For the first quarter students enroll in TRANS 101, 102, and 103 plus at least one General Education class (MATH 100, COM 170 or PSYC 111). We recommend enrolling in a morning MWF or an evening General Education class during the first quarter. Full-time students will finish in seven quarters; summer is required.

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Students may apply for an Associate in Applied Science degree an Associate in Applied Science - Transfer degree or a Certificate upon completion and verification of all requirements and standards. Automotive Technology AAS graduates must receive a 2.0 cumulative grade point average with no required course below a grade of D (1.0).

For more information see Requirements and Standards and Application Procedures

Program Outcomes
Graduates will use appropriate clothing and protective gear and practice ergonomically correct actions to safeguard against injuries in the workplace. They will research and utilize vehicle repair information from web based programs such as, Alldata, Mitchell On Demand, the iATN and manufacturer specific programs to perform vehicle repairs in a professional and timely manner utilizing all information resources available. Graduates will be able to diagnose accurately and critically across all major automotive systems and repair common vehicle problems using appropriate tools, equipment and procedures, adhering to standard time and quality standards. They will perform common vehicle service (maintenance) procedures using appropriate tools, equipment and procedures, adhering to standard time and quality standards. Finally, graduates will obtain ASE certification; review, interpret and convey written, verbal and graphic information to communicate effectively with co-workers, management and customers; and act responsibly and ethically as an employee by being punctual, following industry accepted practices, adhering to company policies and interacting positively and appropriately with co-workers, supervisors and customers.

Application & Registration
Students may enroll in the Automotive Technology program at the start of fall or winter quarter on a space available basis.

For more information see Admissions

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