General Technology - Automotive Technology, AAS (AAS.GENET.AUTO)

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Associate in Applied Science in General Technology

Automotive Technology career path

66-71 Credit Hours

The General Technology degree allows students to become multi-skilled technicians by creating an individualized plan to meet their career goals. Students complete the general education curriculum and coursework in at least two technical areas. The primary technical specialty consists of at least 21 credits from an approved degree, diploma, or technical certificate currently offered by the college. Students also complete a minimum of 12 credits in a secondary path with guidance from their faculty advisor.

This career path prepares students to enter the automotive industry by developing strong mechanical, analytical, and reading comprehension skills. Students learn to diagnose, maintain, and repair passenger cars and light trucks through theory and shop instruction. In addition, they are introduced to essential management and customer service principles.

Students can earn only one General Technology degree in a single career path.

Related Certificates

The following certificate will be completed as part of the primary technical specialty. Your faculty advisor or success coach can help to tailor your plan.

Automotive Servicing Certificate (CAS.AUTOS)

General Education Core Requirements

ENG 101 - English Composition I Credit: 3
REQ HUM Select from
Humanities
Credit: 3
REQ MAT Select from
Mathematics/Natural Sciences
Credit: 3
REQ SSC Select from
Behavioral/Social Sciences
Credit: 3
REQ GEN Select from
General Education
(CPT 101 or SPC 209 Recommended) Credit: 3

Total: 15

First-Year Experience Requirement

EGR 110 - Introduction to Computer Environment Credit: 3 or
IDS 109 - First Year Experience Seminar Credit: 3

Total: 3

Primary Technical Specialty Requirements

AUT 103 - Engine Reconditioning Credit: 4
AUT 111 - Brakes Credit: 3
AUT 116 - Manual Transmission and Axle Credit: 4
AUT 122 - Suspension and Alignment Credit: 4
AUT 131 - Electrical Systems Credit: 3
AUT 133 - Electrical Fundamentals Credit: 3
AUT 149 - Ignition and Fuel Systems Credit: 4
AUT 152 - Automatic Transmission Credit: 4
AUT 159 - Tools, Equipment and Reference Manuals Credit: 3
AUT 241 - Automotive Air Conditioning Credit: 4

Total: 36

Secondary Technical Specialty Requirements

Students must complete at least 12 credit hours in a secondary specialty path. Your degree path may require more than 12 credit hours to complete the associate degree. Your academic advisor must approve all secondary studies. Common secondary paths include Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, Automotive Technology, Business Administration, Commercial Truck Driving, Electrical Line Worker, Electrician: Automation, Construction and Industrial, Engineering Design Graphics, Industrial Maintenance, Machine Tool Technology, Mechatronics, and Welding Technology.

Total: 12-17

Admission Requirements

Admission into this program requires proof of high school graduation (or GED) and qualifying scores on SAT, ACT or the TTC placement test.