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Automotive Technology

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Certificate of Mastery

Minimum of 21 credit hours

This certificate will give you the skills you need to become an entry-level technician.
You will take courses in brakes, steering and suspension, electrical electronics and
engine performance. You will learn to diagnose and complete brake service and perform
vehicle steering and suspension alignment. You will also take classes in electrical
theory and electrical/electronic diagnostics and learn engine performance diagnostics
and techniques for repair using a variety of diagnostic equipment. This career major
includes course work on how to evacuate and recharge air-conditioning systems and
basic diagnostics of the heat and A/C system. 

This certificate program is accredited by the ASE Education Foundation. 

Course Sequence
Course Grouping
Program Notes
Course Descriptions
Course Sequence

Course IDCourse NameCreditsTypeMin GD
Term 1
AT 2224A.S.E. Electrical Systems4Major

The student will apply competencies in battery, starting, charging, lighting, driver information, horn, wiper/washer, and accessory systems. Additionally, the student will demonstrate principles of electricity, magnetism, voltage and current regulation and basic circuitry as applied in automotive electrical systems to aid in general diagnosis of automotive electrical problems.

Prerequisites:

MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

AT 1153Basic Automotive Fundamentals3Major

This course is an application of specific competencies in the operation and service repair of vehicles in the areas of: maintenance and minor vehicle service. Usage of service manuals, manufacturers procedures, tools, and safety are stressed. The student will discuss nomenclature and operating principles of basic automotive fundamentals. Also, the student will discuss and perform diagnostic and service procedures used to maintain these specific systems. The student will show competency in the areas of changing fluids, flush equipment, tire repair, tire balance, vehicle vibration diagnosis, and scan tool usage. 

Term 2
AT 1244A.S.E. Brakes4Major

This course is an application of specific competencies in hydraulic system, drum brake system, disc brake system diagnosis and repair procedures. Also, the student will discuss and demonstrate competencies in power assist unit diagnosis and repair as well as wheel bearing, parking brake circuit and associated electrical circuit diagnosis and repair, which includes ABS systems.

Prerequisites:

MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

AT 2001Career Experience1Support

The student will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a full-time employee at a sponsoring dealership and will demonstrate specified competencies and develop service skills by working and performing service and repair operations in areas related to coursework completed the preceding term. Enrollment may be repeated with a change in work emphasis.

Prerequisites:

MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Term 3
AT 1224A.S.E. Suspension and Steering4Major

This course is an application of basic competencies in steering systems, suspension systems and wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair. The student will further discuss and demonstrate an understanding of wheel and tire diagnosis and repair.

Prerequisites:

MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate math placement test score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

AT 2001Career Experience1Support

The student will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a full-time employee at a sponsoring dealership and will demonstrate specified competencies and develop service skills by working and performing service and repair operations in areas related to coursework completed the preceding term. Enrollment may be repeated with a change in work emphasis.

Prerequisites:

MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Term 4
AT 2234A.S.E. Heating and Air Conditioning Systems4Major

The student will apply competencies in air conditioning system diagnosis and repair as well as diagnosis and repair of refrigeration system components, heating and engine cooling systems and control units. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement.

Prerequisites:

MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Course Grouping

Major Courses: (19 credit hours) AT 1224; AT 1244; AT 2224; AT 2234; AT 1153
 General Education Courses: NONE
Life Skills Courses: NONE
 Support Courses: (2 credit hours) Automotive Technology: AT 2001

Program Notes

Notes: A Certificate of Mastery program is designed to meet the needs of an individual who wants to enter the job market following the completion of the certificate.

Course Descriptions

Automotive Technology

AT 1153 – Basic Automotive Fundamentals

This course is an application of specific competencies in the operation and service repair of vehicles in the areas of: maintenance and minor vehicle service. Usage of service manuals, manufacturers procedures, tools, and safety are stressed. The student will discuss nomenclature and operating principles of basic automotive fundamentals. Also, the student will discuss and perform diagnostic and service procedures used to maintain these specific systems. The student will show competency in the areas of changing fluids, flush equipment, tire repair, tire balance, vehicle vibration diagnosis, and scan tool usage. 

Credits: 3

AT 1224 – A.S.E. Suspension and Steering

This course is an application of basic competencies in steering systems, suspension systems and wheel alignment diagnosis, adjustment and repair. The student will further discuss and demonstrate an understanding of wheel and tire diagnosis and repair.

Prerequisites: MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate math placement test score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Credits: 4

AT 1244 – A.S.E. Brakes

This course is an application of specific competencies in hydraulic system, drum brake system, disc brake system diagnosis and repair procedures. Also, the student will discuss and demonstrate competencies in power assist unit diagnosis and repair as well as wheel bearing, parking brake circuit and associated electrical circuit diagnosis and repair, which includes ABS systems.

Prerequisites: MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Credits: 4

AT 2001 – Career Experience

The student will demonstrate the ability to work effectively as a full-time employee at a sponsoring dealership and will demonstrate specified competencies and develop service skills by working and performing service and repair operations in areas related to coursework completed the preceding term. Enrollment may be repeated with a change in work emphasis.

Prerequisites: MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Credits: 1

AT 2224 – A.S.E. Electrical Systems

The student will apply competencies in battery, starting, charging, lighting, driver information, horn, wiper/washer, and accessory systems. Additionally, the student will demonstrate principles of electricity, magnetism, voltage and current regulation and basic circuitry as applied in automotive electrical systems to aid in general diagnosis of automotive electrical problems.

Prerequisites: MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Credits: 4

AT 2234 – A.S.E. Heating and Air Conditioning Systems

The student will apply competencies in air conditioning system diagnosis and repair as well as diagnosis and repair of refrigeration system components, heating and engine cooling systems and control units. This course satisfies the computer proficiency requirement.

Prerequisites: MATH 0103 or adequate math placement and ENGL 0203 or adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures.

Credits: 4

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