Automotive Service Technology, AAS

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This program provides instruction in the skills and technical knowledge needed to meet the entry level requirements of employment in the automotive field. Students develop an understanding of logical, step-by-step, diagnostic procedures, and repair according to manufacturers’ recommendations. The automotive shop offers hands-on experience in disassembling,inspecting, adjusting, and testing various types of engines. Students also learn about advanced technology found in emission controls, sensing devices, electronic fuel injection, and computer-controlled timing.

Prerequisite Coursework if Required by Placement Testing

BSS 090 - Basic Study Skills 3 Hours
RDG 085 - Developmental Reading III 4 Hours
ENG 092 - Basic English I 4 Hours
ENG 093 - Basic English II 4 Hours
MTH 090 - Basic Mathematics 2 Hours
MTH 091 - Developmental Algebra I 2 Hours
MTH 092 - Developmental Algebra II 2 Hours

Area I - Written Composition: 3 Hours

ENG 101 - English Composition I 3 Hours

Area II - Humanities and Fine Arts: 6 Hours

SPH 106 - Fundamentals of Oral Communication 3 Hours or
SPH 107 - Fundamentals of Public Speaking 3 Hours
Fine Art or Humanities* 3 Hours
*Choose from art appreciation, art history, humanities, literature, music appreciation, philosophy, religion, or theatre appreciation.

Area III - Natural Science or Mathematics: 6-7 Hours

MTH 100 - Intermediate College Algebra 3 Hours or
MTH 116 - Mathematical Applications 3 Hours or higher math
Math or Natural Science* Elective 3-4 Hours

*Choose from astronomy, biology, chemistry, physical geography, physics, or physical science.

Area IV - History, Social, and Behavioral Sciences: 4 Hours

ORI 101 - Orientation to College 1 Hour
History or Social/Behaviorial Science* 3 Hours
*Choose from anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, psychology, or sociology.

Area V - Technical Concentration and Electives: 42 Hours

AUM 101 - Fundamentals of Automotive Technology 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 112 - Electrical Fundamentals 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 124 - Automotive Engines 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 130 - Drive Train and Axles 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 133 - Motor Vehicle Air Conditioning 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 162 - Electrical and Electronic Systems 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 212 - Advanced Electrical and Electronic Systems 3 Hours: 1T 2L
AUM 230 - Auto Transmission and Transaxle 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 239 - Engine Performance I 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 244 - Engine Performance and Diagnostics 3 Hours: 1T, 2L

Choose 12 credit hours from the following:

AUM 121 - Braking Systems 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 122 - Steering and Suspension 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 127 - Car Braking, Steering, and Suspensions Systems 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 220 - Advanced Automotive Engines 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 224 - Manual Transmission and Transaxle 3 Hours: 1T, 2L
AUM 171 - Co-Op 1 Hour
AUM 173 - Co-Op 1 Hour
AUM 175 - Co-Op 1 Hour
AUM 271 - Co-Op 1 Hour
AUM 273 - Co-Op 1 Hour
AUM 275 - Co-Op 1 Hour