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2021-2022 College Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2021-2022 College Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Automotive Technology Certificate (AUTC)


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The Automotive Technology Certificate is designed to provide technology specific training in a combination of classroom and lab settings to prepare graduates for entry-level jobs in the field of automotive engine repair; drive train repair; and brake, suspension, and steering diagnosis. Job opportunities include apprentice technician, auto technician, parts specialist, specialty technician, and service manager. Job placement opportunities are excellent.

The Automotive Technology Certificate is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF).

Developmental Courses

This program of study requires that all developmental courses be completed prior to graduation. These developmental courses may or may not be prerequisites to courses required in the program. Developmental courses are determined by placement tests taken at the time of admission into the College. The developmental courses are MAT 013  and RWR 032 . These courses do not count for credit in any program of study.

Following is a list of courses required to complete this program.

Fall Semester


(Engine Repair)

Total Credit Hours: 12


Spring Semester


(Brakes, Suspension, Steering Repair)

Total Credit Hours: 14


Total Credit Hours: 13


39 Semester Hours


This program is aligned with the following Career Cluster: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics.

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