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Automotive Technology, Specialized Diploma

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Automotive Technology program, the graduate should be able to:

  • Demonstrate competent speaking, technical vocabulary, and technical writing skills when working with diverse groups, displaying the ability to work independently & collaboratively for observation, integrative, and synthetic skills.
  • Diagnose and repair mechanical systems of automotive engines; automatic transmissions and transaxles; manual drive trains and axles; suspension and steering systems; braking systems; electrical and electronic systems; heating and air conditioning systems.
  • Exhibit logical thinking throughout essential areas of automotive diagnostics, using published technical information to repair a vehicle while meeting the manufacturer's specifications.
  • Demonstrate competence in the use of general tools and equipment.
  • Apply knowledge mastered to troubleshooting and solving discipline and industry-related problems by analyzing and presenting data in an acceptable and standardized manner with proficient research and computer data-gathering skills.
 

Courses

First Semester

COLS101College Success

1 credits

AUTO101Automotive Engines

4 credits

AUTO103Automotive Brakes

3 credits

AUTO104Automotive Suspension & Alignment

3 credits

AUTO105Automotive Electrical Systems

3 credits

AUTO106PA Safety Inspection Certificate

1 credits

Total Credit Hours:15

Second Semester

AUTO110Introduction to Hybrid and Electric Vehicles

1 credits

AUTO121Automotive Air Conditioning and Heating Systems

3 credits

AUTO125Advanced Automotive Electronic Systems

3 credits

AUTO145Winter Practicum I

2 credits

MATH103Technical Mathematics

3 credits

AUTC225Chrysler Mechanical Drive Train Systems

4 credits

Total Credit Hours:16

Total Credit Hours: 31