Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology
The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Automotive Technology provides students with the technical education and training necessary to be successful in today’s automotive industry. Students will study the various vehicle systems, including electrical and electronics and computerized engine controls, along with the numerous mechanical components that make up today’s complex vehicles. The academic requirements of the program provide students with fundamental skills to enhance their written and oral communication. These courses also provide a foundation for continued studies should students decide to further their education or training.
Courses
- ADT A102 — Introduction to Automotive Technology 3 Credits
- ADT A121 — Basic Electrical Systems 3 Credits
- ADT A122 — Engine Theory and Diagnosis 3 Credits
- ADT A131 — Auto Electrical II 3 Credits
- ADT A140 — Automotive Engine Repair 3 Credits
- ADT A150 — Brake Systems 4 Credits
- ADT A160 — Manual Drive Trains and Axles 4 Credits
- ADT A162 — Suspension and Alignment 4 Credits
- ADT A195 — Automotive Practicum I 1-6 Credits
- ADT A222 — Automotive Engine Performance 4 Credits
- ADT A225 — Mobile Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems 3 Credits
- ADT A227 — Auto Electrical III 3 Credits
- ADT A230 — Electric and Hybrid Vehicle I 3 Credits
- ADT A240 — Electric and Hybrid Vehicle II 3 Credits
- ADT A260 — Electronic and Automatic Transmissions 3 Credits
- COMM A111 — Fundamentals of Oral Communication 3 Credits
- COMM A235 — Small Group Communication 3 Credits
- MATH A104 — Technical Mathematics 3 Credits
- WRTG A111 — Writing Across Contexts 3 Credits
- WRTG A212 — Writing and the Professions 3 Credits