Automotive and Welding Department | 2 AAS - Associate of Applied Science Degree | 2 years

You will develop some exciting new skills in this program. Among these new skills, you should be able to:

• Perform testing and servicing on all hybrid systems
• Service and repair automatic and manual transmission/transaxles, heating/air conditioning, electrical, engine and steering and suspension systems

Careers

Career opportunities include:

• automotive service mechanic/ technician
• recreational vehicle service technician
• truck service mechanic/technician

Job Market

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Additional Information

• Occupation Overview: Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanic

PROGRAM CODE: AAS.AUTOSERTECH

The instruction, curriculum, facilities, and equipment of the Automotive Service Technology program have been evaluated by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation (ASEEF) and are accredited to the Master Automotive Service Technician (MAST) level.

Training combines operational theory with hands-on activities in engine repair, automatic transmissions, manual transmission and drive train, suspension and steering, brakes, electrical and electronic systems, heating and air conditioning, engine performance, safety systems, and alternative fuel transportation vehicles.  

The program consists of instructional blocks of 100 hours each that are a combination of lecture and hands-on laboratory work.  Each instructional block focuses on a specialized area and at the completion, students are assessed according to their success in meeting course outcomes.

Partnerships between CCC and automotive repair businesses will allow you to learn in the classroom and on the job through the Internship and the Cooperative Work Experience (CWE) courses.

The program prepares students to pass ASE certification tests and begin a career as an automotive service technician. Students can achieve industry-recognized ASE certification shortly after earning a degree.

Entry into the program is yearly, typically beginning fall term. An alternate schedule may be available depending on program limits for student seat loads.  

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:

• work safely in the shop, including addressing environmental concerns related to the industry;
• apply technical knowledge, understanding, and skills to tasks, in accordance with ASEEF Program Accreditation;
• apply the principles of engineering, mathematics, and science to analyze and diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical concerns in automotive applications;
• research, report, and present industry related data, using computer knowledge and skills;
• apply critical thinking skills in technical problem solving;
• communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in an automotive service setting;
• use Industry approved diagnostic equipment to analyze and diagnose vehicle systems.
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