Program Description
The Automotive Technology program is a technically advanced program that provides the student with the knowledge and skills to become a certified technician in the modern automotive industry. The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory and practical application necessary for successful employment.

The student also receives instruction in related areas such as: English, general mathematics, interpersonal relations, and professional development. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical and professional knowledge for job acquisition, retention, and advancement.

Program graduates receive a diploma.

Automotive Apprenticeship Program

Program Requirements
Applicants must meet general admissions requirements, and must also:

1. Present official documentation of an earned high school diploma, GED, or college degree.
2. Present acceptable COMPASS/ASSET scores taken within the last five years, or SAT, ACT or CPE scores taken within the last seven years.

Curriculum
Credits required for graduation: 105

	Core Courses		Credit Hours
	EMP 153 Student Success		2
	EMP 100 Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development		3
	ENG 101 English		5
	MAT 101 General Math		5

	Occupational Courses		Credit Hours
	SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers		3
	AUT 120 Introduction to Automotive Tech.		3
	AUT 122 Electrical & Electronic Systems		6
	AUT 124 Battery, Starting and Charging		4
	AUT 126 Engine Principles of Operation & Repair		6
	AUT 128 Fuel, Ignition & Emission Systems		7
	AUT 130 Automotive Brake Systems		4
	AUT 132 Suspension & Steering Systems		4
	AUT 134 Drivelines		4
	AUT 138 Manual Transmission/Transaxle		4
	AUT 140 Electronic Engine Control Systems		7
	AUT 142 Climate Control Systems		6
	AUT 144 Introduction to Automatic Transmissions		4
	AUT 210 Automatic Transmission Repair		7
	AUT 212 Advanced Electronic Transmission Diagnosis		3
	AUT 214 Advanced Electronic Controlled Brake System Diagnosis		4
	AUT 216 Advanced Electronic Controlled Suspension & Steering Systems		4
	AUT 218 Advanced Electronic Engine Control Systems		4
	AUT 220 Automotive Technology Internship		6
	or
	XXX Electives		(6)