Certificate Requirements
| Course | Course Title | Min Credits |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Degree Requirements | ||
| Complete one of the following courses to fulfill the GEM 1 or GEM 2 requirement: | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Complete the following course to fulfill the GEM 3 requirement: | ||
| GEM 3 - Mathematical Ways of Knowing course | 3 | |
| Complete the following course to fulfill the GEM 6 requirement: | ||
| GEM 6 - Social & Behavioral Ways of Knowing course | 3 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| AUTO 111 | Automotive Technology Fundamentals and Safety | 2 |
| AUTO 114 | Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Fundamentals | 6 |
| AUTO 121 | Electrical Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 125 | Automotive Electrical Systems 2 | 3 |
| AUTO 131 | Brakes | 3 |
| AUTO 135 | Suspension and Steering | 3 |
| AUTO 141 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| AUTO 145 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 3 |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 35 | |
Gainful Employment: For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who have completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at cwidaho.cc/ge.
Plan of Study Guide
Below is the required sequence of courses that you need to take in order to complete your program requirements. Please register for each semester as shown below using the Student Planning tool in myCWI. Consult your Student Success Advisor for any questions regarding this course sequence plan.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| AUTO 111 | Automotive Technology Fundamentals and Safety | 2 |
| AUTO 114 | Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Fundamentals | 6 |
| AUTO 121 | Electrical Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 141 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 17 | |
| Spring | ||
| AUTO 125 | Automotive Electrical Systems 2 | 3 |
| AUTO 131 | Brakes | 3 |
| AUTO 135 | Suspension and Steering | 3 |
| AUTO 145 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 3 |
| GEM 3 - Mathematical Ways of Knowing course | 3 | |
| GEM 6 - Social & Behavioral Ways of Knowing course | 3 | |
| Total Semester Credit Hours | 18 | |
| Minimum Credit Hours Required | 35 | |
Program Outcomes
The following are student learning outcomes for the Intermediate Technical Certificate in Automotive Technology at CWI:
- Demonstrate the appropriate mastery of knowledge and skills that are identified by the NATEF Task List to become a successful entry level Automotive Technician.
- Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, both orally 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 automotive repair at CWI.
- Demonstrate proper work habits and ethics.
- Demonstrate industry standards for preparing a vehicle.