Automotive Diagnostic Technology Certificate (ADTC)

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The Automotive Diagnostic 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 electrical systems repair, heating and air conditioning repair, and engine performance, apprentice technician, auto technician, and specialty technician. Job placement opportunities are excellent.

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

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

First Year

Fall Semester

AUT 131 - Electrical Systems 3 Credit Hours
AUT 132 - Automotive Electricity 4 Credit Hours
AUT 133 - Electrical Fundamentals 3 Credit Hours
COL 105 - Freshman Seminar 3 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours: 13

Spring Semester

AUT 145 - Engine Performance 3 Credit Hours
AUT 245 - Advanced Engine Performance 5 Credit Hours
AUT 262 - Advanced Auto Diagnosis and Repair 4 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours: 12

Summer Semester

AUT 141 - Introduction to Heating and Air Conditioning 4 Credit Hours
AUT 241 - Automotive Air Conditioning 4 Credit Hours
AUT 242 - Electronic Climate Controls 4 Credit Hours

Total Credit Hours: 12

37 Semester Hours

This program is aligned with the following career cluster: Transportation, Distribution & Logistics.