PROGRAM CODE: AAS.AUTOSERTECH
The program focuses on the repair and maintenance of passenger cars and light trucks. Course work includes cooperative work experience working for a local employer. Those who wish to specialize may take advanced mechanical studies courses for more in-depth experience. Students may enter the program any term.
RELATED INSTRUCTION OUTCOMES
Computation (1 course- MTH-050 Technical Mathematics I or MTH-065 Algebra II)
- Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems.
Communication (1 course- WR-101 Communication Skills: Occupational Writing or WR-121 English Composition)
- Read actively, think critically, and write purposefully and capably for professional audiences.
Human Relations (1 course- recommended: COMM-100 Basic Speech Communication or PSY-101 Human Relations)
- Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals.
Physical Education/Health/Safety/First Aid (3 credits- courses with HE, HPE, or PE prefix; Recommended: HE-252 First Aid/CPR/AED or MFG-107 Industrial Safety & First Aid)
- Use effective life skills to improve and maintain mental and physical wellbeing.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- practice safety precautions to protect the environment, the student, and the vehicle;
- communicate clearly with team members and supervisors;
- conduct yourself on the job with a high degree of professionalism;
- test and repair basic automotive electrical systems;
- diagnose, repair, and service modern automotive brake systems including, anti-lock systems, traction control systems, and stability control systems;
- diagnose, repair, and service modern suspension systems;
- diagnose, repair, and maintenance of all hybrid systems;
- diagnose and repair symptom based mechanical engine problems, including, cylinder head, valve train; and engine block problems;
- diagnose, repair, and service front and rear wheel drive automatic transmissions;
- diagnose, repair, and service modern fuel and emissions systems;
- diagnose and repair automotive electrical accessory systems;
- diagnose, repair, and service modern heating and air conditioning systems;
- diagnose, repair, and service front and rear wheel drive manual drive train and axle systems.
