AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY -- SERVICE TECHNICIAN
Brookhaven only
(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree)
(Students pursuing this AAS program are required to meet all TASP requirements.)
Degree Plan Code: AAS.AT.SERVICE.TECH
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for entry level employment as an automotive technician. This program reflects a building-block approach from simple to complex and includes theory, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of automobiles, including late model vehicles with electronic systems. Emphasis is placed on operational theory, practical skills and accepted shop procedures.
| CREDIT HOURS |
SEMESTER I
| AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AUMT 1306 | Automotive Engine Removal and Installation | 3 |
| AUMT 1319 | Automotive Engine Repair | 3 |
| SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 |
| 12 |
SEMESTER II
| AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
| AUMT 1310 | Automotive Brake Systems | 3 |
| AUMT 1316 | Suspension and Steering | 3 |
| MATH | Any 3 or 4 credit Math course OR | 3-4 |
| TECM 1341 | Technical Algebra AND | (3) |
| +Elective | Natural Science | (4) |
| 12-16 |
SEMESTER III
| ++Elective | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
| 3 |
SEMESTER IV
| AUMT 1345 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| AUMT 2313 | Manual Drive Train and Axles | 3 |
| AUMT 2311 | Automotive Electronics Controls | 3 |
| ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
| 12 |
SEMESTER V
| AUMT 2317 | Engine Performance Analysis I | 3 |
| AUMT 2334 | Engine Performance Analysis II | 3 |
| AUMT 2375 | Powertrain Diagnostics | 3 |
| AUMT 2380 | Cooperative Education-Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician | 3 |
| PSYC 2302 | Applied Psychology | 3 |
| 15 |
SEMESTER VI
| AUMT 2325 | Automatic Transmission and Transaxle | 3 |
| AUMT 2332 | Automatic Transmission and Transaxle II | 3 |
| AUMT 2381 | Cooperative Education-Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician | 3 |
| 9 |
| Minimum Hours Required | 63-67 |
+Elective - Any student enrolling in TECM 1341 Technical Algebra must take one 4 SCH natural science course selected from the DCCCD approved course list.
++ Elective - Must be selected from the DCCCD Humanities/Fine Arts approved course list.
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.