Automotive Technology Diploma
AT14
Availability: Appalachian, Marietta, and North Metro Campuses
Program Purpose: The Automotive Technology diploma program is a sequence of courses designed to prepare students for careers in the automotive service and repair profession. Learning opportunities enable students to 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 Technology diploma that qualifies them as well rounded entry-level technicians.
Diploma Requirements
Basic Skills (General Core) Courses - Area I
Language Arts/Communication
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
Occupational Courses
| COMP 1000 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| or | |
| COMP 1500 | Information Literacy and Communication Skills for the Workplace | 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 |
| AUTT 2010 | Automotive Engine Repair | 6 |
| AUTT 2020 | Automotive Manual Drive Train & Axles | 4 |
| AUTT 2030 | Automotive Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles | 5 |
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Total Credit Hours: 58