Automotive Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree
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Availability: Appalachian and Marietta Campuses
Program Purpose: The Automotive Technology associate of applied science degree 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 Technology Associate of Applied Science degree, which qualifies them as entry level automotive technicians.
Degree Requirements
GENERAL EDUCATION CORE
Required Minimum: 15 Semester Credit Hours
General Education Core Area I:Language Arts/Communication - 3 Credit Hours
Successful completion of ENGL 1101 Composition and Rhetoric is required
Other Area I courses include:
General Education Core Area II: Social/Behavioral Sciences - 3 Credit Hours
(Choose One of the Following)
General Education Core Area III: Natural Sciences/Mathematics - 3 Credit Hours
(Choose One of the Following)
General Education Core Area IV: Humanities/Fine Arts - 3 Credit Hours
(Choose One of the Following)
General Education Core Additional Requirements – 3 Credit Hours
To meet the minimum required 15 semester credit hours in General Core courses an additional 3 semester credit hours must be selected from a course in Area I, Area II, Area III, or Area IV. Science courses in BIOL, CHEM, and PHYS may also satisfy this requirement.
Occupational Courses
| 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 |
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| Choose One of the Following Courses | |
| AUTT-1070 | Automotive Technology Intern | 4 |
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| or | |
| COMP-1000 | Introduction to Computer Literacy | 3 |
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| or | |
| COMP-1500 | Information Literacy and Communication Skills for the Workplace | 3 |
Choose One Specialization
Powertrain Repair Specialization
| AUTT-2010 | Automotive Engine Repair | 6 |
| AUTT-2020 | Automotive Manual Drive Train & Axles | 4 |
| AUTT-2030 | Automotive Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles | 5 |
Hybrid/EV Automotive Repair Specialization
| AUTT-2200 | EV/Hybrid Vehicles Introduction and Safety Protocols | 3 |
| AUTT-2205 | EV/Hybrid Vehicle Batteries and Powertrains | 3 |
| AUTT-2210 | EV/Hybrid Vehicle Battery and Powertrain Service | 3 |
| AUTT-2215 | EV/Hybrid Vehicle Body, Chassis, HVAC and Support Systems | 3 |
Elective Area- Choose One of the Following
| AUTT-1070 | Automotive Technology Intern | 4 |
| AUTT-2200 | EV/Hybrid Vehicles Introduction and Safety Protocols | 3 |
| MCST-1010 | Motorcycle Engines and Drive Trains | 6 |
| AUTT-2140 | Advanced Driver Assist Systems | 3 |
AUTT 1070 - only if not completed in the occupational courses
AUTT 2200 - for Powertrain Repair Specialization only
Total Credit Hours: 62-69