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Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology program is an instructional program that prepares individuals to engage in the servicing and maintenance of all types of automobiles. Instruction includes the diagnosis of malfunctions of all eight areas of ASE/NATEF certification (Engine Repair, Electrical & Electronic Systems, Engine Performance, Brakes, Steering & Suspension Systems, Manual Drive Trains & Axles, Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles, Heating & Air Conditioning).


AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

Program Curriculum

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE

FIRST YEAR:
First Semester
  • Basic Electrical/Electronic Systems ATT 1124
    ATT 1124 - Basic Electrical/Electronic Systems. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to all components of the vehicle electrical system including lights, battery, starting, and charging components. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Introduction, Safety, and Employability Skills ATT 1811
    ATT 1811 - Introduction, Safety, and Employability Skills. This is a course designed to provide knowledge of classroom and lab policies and procedures. Safety practices and procedures associated with the automotive program and automotive industry. One hour lecture. One hour credit.
  • Brakes ATT 1214
    ATT 1214 - Brakes. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the repair and maintenance of brake systems on automobiles. It includes instruction and practice in diagnosis of braking systems problems and the repair of brake systems. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Engine Performance I ATT 1424
    ATT 1424 - Engine Performance I. This is a course designed to provide basic skills and knowledge related to the engine mechanicals, ignition system, fuel, air induction, exhaust systems, and emission systems. It includes instruction, diagnosis, and correction of problems associated with in these areas. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Smart Start Pathway SSP 1002
    SSP 1002 – Smart Start Pathway. Students will enroll in the MS Works system and learn three components within the pathway: Career Awareness, Necessary Skills, and Basic Skills. They will develop the foundational skills needed for their careers, learn and practice good work habits and effective communication that is necessary in successful employment. Students will learn how to become prepared to learn new skills for future careers within their region’s workforce sector, identifying the career components that are necessary for middle-skill employment. Students will complete the WorkKeys® assessment in Workplace Documents, Applied Math, and Graphic Literacy which allows students to quantify the foundational skills needed to perform job tasks successfully and enables students to demonstrate they have these skills. Upon completion of this assessment, students will earn a National Career Readiness Certificate, a credential issued by ACT that documents work readiness.
Total 15 Hours
Second Semester
  • Advanced Electrical/Electronic Systems ATT 1134
    ATT 1134 - Advanced Electrical/Electronic Systems. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the components of the vehicle electrical system including gauges, driver information systems, horn, wiper/washer systems, and accessories. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Engine Repair ATT 1715
    ATT 1715 - Engine Repair. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the repair and rebuilding of automotive engines. It includes instruction and practice in the diagnosis and repair of engine components including valve trains, blocks, pistons and connecting rods, crankshafts, and oil pumps. Two hours lecture. Six hours laboratory. Five hours credit.
  • Engine Performance II ATT 2434
    ATT 2434 - Engine Performance II. This is a course designed to provide intermediate skills and knowledge related to the ignition system, fuel, air induction, exhaust systems, and emission systems. It includes instruction, diagnosis, and correction of problems associated within these areas. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Special Problem I in Automotive Technology ATT 2914
    ATT 2914 - Special Problem I in Automotive Technology. A basic course to provide students with an opportunity to utilize basic skills and general knowledge gained in other Automotive Technology courses. The instructor and student work closely together to select a topic and establish criteria for completion of the project. Eight hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
Total 17 Hours
SECOND YEAR:
First Semester
  • Steering & Suspension Systems ATT 2334
    ATT 2334 - Steering and Suspension Systems. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the inspection and repair of steering and suspension systems on automobiles. This course includes instruction and practice in the diagnosis of steering system problems and the repair/replacement of steering/suspension systems components. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Manual Drive Transmissions/Transaxles ATT 1313
    ATT 1313 - Manual Drive Transmissions/Transaxles. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the maintenance and repair of manual transmissions, transaxles and drive train components. It includes instruction in the diagnosis of drive train problems and the repair and maintenance of transmissions, transaxles, clutches, CV joints, differentials and other components. One hour lecture. Four hours laboratory. Three hours credit.
  • Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles ATT 2324
    ATT 2324 - Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the diagnosis of automatic transmissions and transaxles. This course includes instruction and practice of testing, inspecting, and repairing/replacing of these devices. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
  • Engine Performance III ATT 2444
    ATT 2444 - Engine Performance III. This is a course designed to provide advanced skills and knowledge related to the ignition system, fuel, air induction, exhaust systems, and emission systems. It includes instruction, diagnosis, and correction of problems associated with in these areas. Two hours lecture. Four hours laboratory. Four hours credit.
Total 15 Hours
Second Semester
  • English Composition I ENG 1113
    ENG 1113 - English Composition I (Prerequisite: ENG 0124 or ENG 1033 with C or appropriate placement score). This course prepares the student to think critically and compose texts for academic and professional rhetorical situations. Three hours lecture. Three hours credit.
  • Social/Behavioral Science Elective (3)
  • English Composition II ENG 1123 OR Public Speaking I SPT/COM 1113 OR Social/Behavioral Science (3)
  • College Algebra MAT 1313 OR Natural Science w/Lab (4)
  • Humanities/Fine Arts Elective (3)
Total 15 Hours


(Option One) A Technical Certificate may be earned after successfully completing the first 33 hours of career technical coursework.

(Option Two) An Advanced Technical Certificate may be earned after successfully completing the first 47 hours of career technical coursework.

(Option Three) An AAS Degree may be earned after successfully completing required career technical and academic coursework.


**MAT 1233 & a natural science with lab (7 hrs. total) OR BOT 1313 & a natural science with lab (7 hrs. total) may be substituted for College Algebra.

Enrollment in a minimum of 15 hours each semester is recommended for eligibility for state aid, institutional scholarships, and the tuition break.

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