Automotive Technology
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE
From steering and suspension to engines and electrical systems, understand car repair inside and out. Master the basics and prepare for entry-level positions, or choose additional advanced courses. Complete this program exclusively on weekdays, exclusively on evenings/weekends, or in a combination of day, evening and weekend classes.
Program/Major Codes: AASAUTOTECHN/AUT
What can I do with this degree?
Career options: Auto mechanic or technician, service writer, parts specialist or auto sales positions.
Academic Options: While not intended for transfer to a 4-year university, some of the courses in this program are transferable.
Program Requirements
This degree may be earned with fewer than the displayed credits as long as the fulfilled course requirements total at least 60 credits.
General Education Requirements:
| Communication Requirement | 6 | |
| Analysis and Critical Thinking Requirement | 6 | |
| Humanities and Social Science Requirement | 6 | |
| Computer and Information Literacy Requirement | 1-3 | |
| Subtotal | 19-21 | |
Required Core Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
| AUT 100 | Small Engine Troubleshooting and Repair | 3 |
| AUT 101 | Automotive Maintenance | 3 |
| AUT 105 | Light Line Maintenance | 3 |
| AUT 120 | Engine Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
| AUT 122 | Engine Remove and Install | 3 |
| AUT 124 | Automotive Diesel Engine Tune-up | 3 |
| AUT 126 | Engine Performance and Driveability Troubleshooting | 3 |
| AUT 128 | Automotive Electrical Fundamentals and Applications | 3 |
| AUT 129 | Automotive Electrical Accessories | 3 |
| AUT 132 | Automotive Drivetrain Removal and Replacement | 3 |
| AUT 133 | Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Service and Rebuilding | 3 |
| AUT 136 | Automotive Manual Transmission and Driveline Service | 3 |
| AUT 138 | Automotive Suspension Systems | 3 |
| AUT 139 | Automotive Steering and Alignment Systems | 3 |
| AUT 140 | Automotive Brakes Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
| AUT 142 | Automotive Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| Subtotal | 48 | |
| Total | 67-69 | |