Automotive Fundamentals Diploma

AF12

Availability: Appalachian, Marietta, and North Metro Campuses

Program Purpose: The Automotive Fundamentals diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive service and repair profession. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of automotive mechanics theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive an Automotive Fundamentals diploma.

Diploma Requirements

Basic Skills (General Core) Courses - Area I

Language Arts/Communication

ENGL 1010

Fundamentals of English I

3

Basic Skills (General Core) Courses - Area II

Social/Behavioral Sciences

EMPL 1000	Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development	2
	or
PSYC 1010	Basic Psychology	3

Basic Skills (General Core) Courses - Area III

Natural Sciences/Mathematics

MATH 1012

Foundations of Mathematics

3

Occupational Courses

COMP 1000	Introduction to Computers	3
AUTT 1010	Automotive Technology Introduction	2
AUTT 1020	Automotive Electrical Systems	7
AUTT 1030	Automotive Brake Systems	4
AUTT 1040	Automotive Engine Performance	7
AUTT 1050	Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems	4
AUTT 1060	Automotive Climate Control Systems	5

Choose one of the following:

AUTT 1070	Automotive Technology Intern	4
AUTT 2100	Automotive Alternative Fuel Vehicles	4
WELD 1000	Intro to Welding Technology	3

Total Credit Hours: 43