General Catalog 2026-2027

Automotive Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree

AT23

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:

ENGL-1102Literature and Composition

3

SPCH-1101Public Speaking

3

SPAN-1101Introduction to Spanish Language and Culture I

3

SPAN-1102Introduction to Spanish Language and Culture II

3

COMM-1100Human Communication

3

General Education Core Area II: Social/Behavioral Sciences - 3 Credit Hours

(Choose One of the Following)

ECON-1101Principles of Economics

3

ECON-2105Macroeconomics

3

ECON-2106Microeconomics

3

HIST-1111World History I

3

HIST-1112World History II

3

HIST-2111U.S. History I

3

HIST-2112U.S. History II

3

POLS-1101American Government

3

POLS-2401Global Issues

3

PSYC-1101Introductory Psychology

3

SOCI-1101Introduction to Sociology

3

SOCI-2600Introduction to Social Problems

3

General Education Core Area III: Natural Sciences/Mathematics - 3 Credit Hours

(Choose One of the Following)

MATH-1103Quantitative Skills and Reasoning

3

MATH-1111College Algebra

3

General Education Core Area IV: Humanities/Fine Arts - 3 Credit Hours

(Choose One of the Following)

ARTS-1101Art Appreciation

3

ENGL-2110World Literature

3

ENGL-2130American Literature

3

HUMN-1101Introduction to Humanities

3

MUSC-1101Music Appreciation

3

MUSC-2040History of Popular Music

3

RELG-1101World Religions

3

THEA-1101Theater Appreciation

3

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-1010Automotive Technology Introduction

2

AUTT-1020Automotive Electrical Systems

7

AUTT-1030Automotive Brake Systems

4

AUTT-1040Automotive Engine Performance

7

AUTT-1050Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems

4

AUTT-1060Automotive Climate Control Systems

5

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Choose One of the Following Courses

AUTT-1070Automotive Technology Intern

4

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or

COMP-1000Introduction to Computer Literacy

3

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or

COMP-1500Information Literacy and Communication Skills for the Workplace

3

Choose One Specialization

Powertrain Repair Specialization

AUTT-2010Automotive Engine Repair

6

AUTT-2020Automotive Manual Drive Train & Axles

4

AUTT-2030Automotive Automatic Transmissions & Transaxles

5

Hybrid/EV Automotive Repair Specialization

AUTT-2200EV/Hybrid Vehicles Introduction and Safety Protocols

3

AUTT-2205EV/Hybrid Vehicle Batteries and Powertrains

3

AUTT-2210EV/Hybrid Vehicle Battery and Powertrain Service

3

AUTT-2215EV/Hybrid Vehicle Body, Chassis, HVAC and Support Systems

3

Elective Area- Choose One of the Following

AUTT-1070Automotive Technology Intern

4

AUTT-2200EV/Hybrid Vehicles Introduction and Safety Protocols

3

MCST-1010Motorcycle Engines and Drive Trains

6

AUTT-2140Advanced 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