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Degree Quick Facts
- Instructional School: Industry, Engineering, and Trades
- Department: Automotive Service and Collision Repair
- Program Code: AUTO.AAS
- Program Type: Career and Technical Education
- Available Fully Online: No
- Eligible for Federal Financial Aid: Yes
NOTE: Courses required for this program may have an additional fee; more information can be found on the Special Course Fees web page.
Degree Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Min Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I (Recommended GEM 1) 1 | 3 |
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication (Recommended GEM 2) 1 | 3 |
| MATH 118 & 118L | Technical Math and Technical Math Lab (Recommended GEM 3) 1 | 3 |
| PSYC 140 | Human Relations for Career and Personal Success (Recommended GEM 6) 1 | 3 |
| CWI 101 | Connecting With Ideas (Recommended GE Elective) 1 | 3 |
| Major Requirements | ||
| AUTO 112 | Automotive Foundations and Safety | 3 |
| AUTO 115 | Automotive Maintenance | 3 |
| AUTO 121 | Automotive Electrical Systems I | 3 |
| AUTO 125 | Automotive Electrical Systems II | 3 |
| AUTO 131 | Brakes | 3 |
| AUTO 135 | Suspension and Steering | 3 |
| AUTO 141 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| AUTO 145 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 3 |
| AUTO 250 | Engine Management Systems I | 3 |
| AUTO 255 | Engine Management Systems II | 3 |
| AUTO 260 | Automatic Transmission/Transaxle | 3 |
| AUTO 265 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| AUTO 270 | Light-Duty Diesel Technology | 3 |
| AUTO 275 | Electric Vehicle and Hybrid Technology | 3 |
| AUTO 280 | Automotive Shop Practice | 3 |
| AUTO 290 | Automotive Technology Capstone | 3 |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 63 | |
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The courses listed under the General Education Requirements section are recommended by the department as the most beneficial general education (GE) options for students in this program. Please note that students may fulfill their GE requirements by completing another course from the designated general education category.
Degree Plan: Fall Or Spring Start
The course sequence listed below is strongly recommended in order to complete your program requirements. Many Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses have prerequisites and/or corequisites that have been accounted for within this course sequence plan. Please register for each semester as shown using the Student Planning tool in myCWI. Consult your advisor for any questions regarding this course sequence plan.
**NOTE**
Automotive Technology (AUTO) majors are required to complete five general education courses in order to receive an Associate of Applied Science degree. Prior to beginning their AUTO courses, students are strongly encouraged to complete CWI 101 Connecting With Ideas and ENGL 101 Writing and Rhetoric I. While it is recommended that students complete all five of their required general education courses during the spring and/or summer semester(s) prior to beginning the program, students may elect to take the additional required GEM courses during the summer semester between their first and second year in the program if preferred. Students may also complete GEM courses during regular semesters while enrolled in AUTO courses, if they feel capable of doing so, and can complete them in any order they prefer. Students should note that the completion of a GEM 1 and GEM 3 course are required prior to beginning their final semester of the program.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Summer | Credit Hours | |
Full 8-Week Session | ||
| CWI 101 | Connecting With Ideas (Recommended GE Elective) 1 | 3 |
| ENGL 101 | Writing and Rhetoric I (Recommended GEM 1) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 6 | |
| Fall | ||
First 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 112 | Automotive Foundations and Safety | 3 |
Second 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 115 | Automotive Maintenance | 3 |
Third 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 121 | Automotive Electrical Systems I | 3 |
Fourth 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 141 | Engine Repair | 3 |
Full 16-Week Session | ||
| MATH 118 & 118L | Technical Math and Technical Math Lab (Recommended GEM 3) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
First 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 125 | Automotive Electrical Systems II | 3 |
Second 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 131 | Brakes | 3 |
Third 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 135 | Suspension and Steering | 3 |
Fourth 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 145 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 3 |
Full 16-Week Session | ||
| COMM 101 | Fundamentals of Oral Communication (Recommended GEM 2) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall | ||
First 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 250 | Engine Management Systems I | 3 |
Second 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 255 | Engine Management Systems II | 3 |
Third 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 260 | Automatic Transmission/Transaxle | 3 |
Fourth 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 265 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
Full 16-Week Session | ||
| PSYC 140 | Human Relations for Career and Personal Success (Recommended GEM 6) 1 | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 15 | |
| Spring | ||
First 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 270 | Light-Duty Diesel Technology | 3 |
Second 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 275 | Electric Vehicle and Hybrid Technology | 3 |
Third 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 280 | Automotive Shop Practice | 3 |
Fourth 4-Week Session | ||
| AUTO 290 | Automotive Technology Capstone | 3 |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 12 | |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 63 | |
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The general education (GE) courses listed above are recommended by the department as the most beneficial GE options for students in this program. Please note that students may fulfill their GE requirements by completing another course from the designated general education category.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate the appropriate mastery of knowledge and skills that are identified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) task list to become a successful entry-level automotive technician.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Demonstrate the ability to identify, analyze, and solve technical problems associated with being an automotive technician.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of safety practices specifically related to the automotive industry and ASE standards.
- Demonstrate desirable work habits and mechanical skills essential to successful job performance.
- Demonstrate industry standards for preparing a vehicle.
- Understand the necessity for continued learning and investment in opportunities for continued professional and personal growth through education.