A Certificate of Achievement will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the major course requirements listed below for each option with a minimum GPA of 2.0.

Upon registering for a class in the automotive major area, a student will receive a list of required basic tools. The student will be expected to purchase tools that relate to the course in which he/she has enrolled. The purpose of this requirement is to assure that all students graduating from the program possess tools in a quantity sufficient for trade entry as an apprentice.

Associate in Science (AS) Degree and Certificate of Achievement Programs:

It is recommended that these courses be completed prior to enrollment in any of the “major” Auto Mechanics classes:

- One year of high school algebra or completion of MATH 225 with a grade of “C” or better.

Career Opportunities

The Automotive Technology curriculum is designed to prepare students for employment as apprentice auto mechanics.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

- Commitment to Learning: Be ‘lifelong learners’ in the field of automotive technology, keeping up with changes in vehicles, in diagnostics and in repair procedures through a commitment to continual learning and training.

- Communication: Communicate effectively with customers, supervisors and co-workers.

- Critical Thinking: Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the process of diagnosing and repairing vehicles.

- Performance: Competently perform industry-standard automotive repair procedures, using proper tools, procedures and diagnostic techniques, as specified in the NATEF program certification process.