Program Description

The Automotive Technology program prepares students with diversified employment skills and knowledge as master automotive technicians, including hands-on instruction in brakes; suspension and steering; manual drivetrain and transaxles; electrical/electronic systems; engine performance; preventative maintenance; and safety, professionalism, and workplace relations.

Program Outcomes

A student who completes the Automotive Technology Certificate will be able to do the following.

• Demonstrate safe working habits and practice.
• Demonstrate the service, maintenance, operation, and function of the core systems related to automotive vehicles.
• Build and maintain good working relationships.

Certificate Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
TEAU 1000	Automotive Safety and Basics	1
TEAU 1010	Introduction to Automotive Technology I	2
TEAU 1015	Intro to Automotive Tech II	2
TEAU 1100	Engine Repair	3
TEAU 1200	Automatic Transmissions	4
TEAU 1300	Manual Drivetrain & Axles	4
TEAU 1400	Suspension & Steering	4
TEAU 1500	Brakes	4
TEAU 1600	Electrical I	4
TEAU 1700	Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC)	3
TEAU 1800	Engine Performance I	4
TEAU 2000	Hybrid and Electrical Vehicles	1
TEAU 2600	Electrical II	4
TEAU 2800	Engine Performance II	4
Total Hours		44