Entry Level Automotive Technology Diploma
Entry Time
Fall
Award
Diploma
1 year (2 terms)
The Entry Level Automotive Technology diploma provides fundamental level skills and knowledge for students who want to work in introductory level positions in the automotive technology field. Students complete the first courses in two-course sequences covering the major areas of automotive service technology, and can opt to complete the second courses in these sequences by moving on to the degree. The curriculum emphasizes automotive electronics and features courses in body electrical, engine electrical and computerized fuel delivery systems. This program is overall Master-certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute of Automotive Services Excellence certifies our instructors as Master Technicians.
This diploma is eligible for state and federal financial aid.
Diploma Requirements
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| AUT-104 | Intro to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AUT-614 | Automotive Electrical I | 3 |
| AUT-502 | Automotive Brake Systems | 2 |
| MAT-715 | Industrial Math I | 3 |
| AUT-888 or AUT-100 | Technical Lab I or Maintenance & Light Repair | 4 |
| Term Totals: | 15 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| AUT-308 | Manual Drive Train & Axles I | 2 |
| AUT-402 | Auto Suspension and Steering | 2 |
| AUT-702 | Auto Heat & Air Conditioning | 2 |
| AUT-310 | Computer Engine Controls I | 2 |
| AUT-658 | Automotive Electrical II | 3 |
| AUT-889 | Technical Lab II | 4 |
| Communications Elective 1 | 3 | |
| Term Totals: | 18 | |
| Program Totals: | 33 | |