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Automotive Service: Entry-Level Technician Certificate

Program Description

This program is designed for students wanting to complete an Automotive Service: Entry-Level Technician Certificate and enter the workforce. Students explore the operation, maintenance, and service of basic automotive systems including: electricity and electrical systems, engines including cooling and lubrication, steering and suspension, tires and wheels, brakes, and HVAC. Students completing this certificate will have a solid foundation in automotive fundamentals and will be prepared for entry-level employment in the automotive service industry. The topics covered in this certificate include the skills that are most commonly requested or desired by employers when looking for entry-level automotive technicians.  

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My Academic Plan: Full-Time

Courses are displayed in a full-time sequence showing the fastest path to completing your certificate and should be completed in the order listed. This pathway may be accelerated by applying transfer credit, credit for prior learning, and/or completing one or more additional courses each semester, schedule permitting. For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.

Fall Semester 1

ASE 1002Intro to the Automotive Shop

2
ASE 1020Basic Automotive Electricity

2
ASE 1023Starting and Charging Systems

2
ASE 1030General Engine Diagnosis

2
ASE 1040Suspension and Steering I

2
ASE 1010Automotive Brake Service I

2
ASE 1011Automotive Brake Service II

2
ASE 2050Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service

1
Total Credit Hours:15

Spring Semester 2

ASE 1041Suspension and Steering II

2
ASE 1060Automotive Engine Repair

2
ASE 1062Automotive Engine Service & Repair

2
ASE 2191Automotive & Diesel Body Electrical

3
ASE 2095Heating & Air Conditioning Systems

3
Total Credit Hours:12

Total Credit Hours: 27

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