2025-2026 Academic Catalog

Automotive Systems Technology (Basic Automotive Certificate) (C60160B)

Curriculum Description:

 

The Automotive Systems Technology curriculum prepares individuals for employment as automotive service technicians. It provides an introduction to automotive careers and increases student awareness of the challenges associated with this fast and ever- changing field.

 

Classroom and lab experiences integrate technical and academic course work. Emphasis is placed on theory, servicing and operation electric/electronic systems and engine repair.

 

Upon completion of this curriculum, students should be prepared to take the ASE exam and be ready for entry- level employment in dealerships and repair shops in the automotive service industry.

 

Academic Plan

Fall Semester

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
AUT 116Engine Repair

3

AUT 116AEngine Repair Lab

1

AUT 221Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles

3

AUT 221AAutomatic Transmissions/Transaxles Lab

1

TRN 110Introduction to Transport Technology

2

TRN 120Basic Transportation Electricity

5

Total Credit Hours:15

Total Credit Hours: 15