Automotive Technology AAS Degree

For more information please see the Automotive Technology Program Overview .

Purpose

Graduates of the associate of applied science degree in automotive technology are prepared for jobs as entry-level technicians in light-duty vehicle repair, maintenance and related fields such as service writing, warranty and parts sales. They are able to use tools and diagnostic equipment common to the professional, as well as electronic and printed service information sources.

Note: This degree is available at Hastings

Suggested Sequence of Courses

Required Courses

AUTO 1000 - Basic Shop Practices 2 credit(s)
AUTO 1020 - Basic Shop Practices-Fasteners & Job Management 2 credit(s)
AUTO 1100 - Automotive Electrical Systems I 3 credit(s)
AUTO 1150 - Automotive Electrical Systems II 4 credit(s)
AUTO 1160 - Body Control Systems 2 credit(s)
AUTO 1200 - Manual Transmissions & Clutches 2 credit(s)
AUTO 1400 - Transportation Heating/AC 4 credit(s)
AUTO 1500 - Automatic Transmission Theory 2 credit(s)
AUTO 1730 - Engine Performance 4 credit(s)
AUTO 1800 - Brakes, Steering, Suspension, & Tire Bal I 3 credit(s)
AUTO 1850 - Brakes, Steering, Suspension, & Tire Bal II 3 credit(s)
AUTO 2600 - Electronic Brake Control Systems 2 credit(s)
AUTO 2700 - Fuel Systems 6 credit(s)
AUTO 2800 - Wheel Alignment & Steering/Suspension Repair 3 credit(s)
Program Elective Courses - Select 4 credit(s)
Student Elective Courses - Select 3 credit(s)

Subtotal: 49

Basic Achievement Requirements

All graduates with an AA, AS, AAS or ADN will meet minimum achievements for math, writing and reading. Graduates can meet the requirement by:

	1. Acquiring appropriate Mandatory Assessment scores in math, writing and reading.
	OR
	2. Completing the following courses:
		a. MATH 0930 Practical Math OR MATH 0940 Pre-Algebra with a C or above.
		AND
		b. ENGL 0970 Reading & Writing Essentials II with a C or above.
	OR
	3. Completing a 1000-level MATH or ENGL course with a D or above.

General Education Core Requirements

All graduates with an AA, AS, AAS or ADN will complete a minimum of 15 credits of General Education from the following (AA and AS students will have additional requirements):

GEN ED Group A: Communications 3 credit(s)
GEN ED Group B: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving 3 credit(s)
GEN ED Group C: Life and Career Skills, D: Information & Technology Literacy or E: Global Awareness 3 credit(s)
GEN ED Group A, B, C, D or E 6 credit(s)