Associate of Applied Science Degree: (AST-AAS)
College Certificate: (AST-CERT)
About the Program
The Automotive Service Technology Associate of Applied Science degree and College Certificate programs are designed to develop qualified technicians to diagnose, repair and service modern automobiles. The programs provide opportunities for the student to develop their skills and competencies for entry-level positions such as automotive technician, service manager, parts manager, product test technician, and self-employment. The programs prepare students for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and State of Michigan certifications for any of the eight (8) automotive areas or “Master” certification.
The instruction, curriculum, facilities, and equipment for this program have been evaluated by the ASE Education Foundation (ASE-EF), and the District received accreditation from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) in the following areas:
- Automatic Transmission and Transaxle (SCERT-AUTO)
- Brakes (SCERT-BRKS)
- Electrical/Electronic Systems (ACERT-EES)
- Engine Performance (SCERT-EP)
- Engine Repair (SCERT-E/REP)
- Heating and Air Conditioning (SCERT-HAC)
- Manual Drive Train and Axle (SCERT-MDTRN)
- Suspension and Steering (SCERT-SUSP)
This Program Offers:
- Associate of Applied Science: 64 credit hours
- College Certificate: 30 credit hours
Short-Term Certificates:
- Automatic Transmission and Transaxle: 19 credit hours
- Brakes: 18 credit hours
- Engine Performance: 24 credit hours
- Engine Repair: 19 credit hours
- Heating and Air Conditioning: 18 credit hours
- Manual Drive Train and Axle: 17 credit hours
- Suspension and Steering: 17 credit hours
Certificate of Achievement:
- Electrical/Electronic Systems: 12 credit hours
*See schedule for short-term sequencing offerings
Program Goals
- To prepare students for employment in the auto service industry through applied knowledge of automotive technology machinery, software and its applications.
- To teach students the basic principles of automotive technology safety as it applies to tool and equipment operations
- To prepare students for individual credentialing by recognized skill standards established by the ASE Education Foundation (ASE-EF)
- To prepare students for individual credentialing by recognized skill standards established by the State of Michigan certifications of any of the eight (8) automotive areas and/or “Master” certification
Program Outcomes
- Students will be able to demonstrate basic math and use of appropriate tools and equipment to perform maintenance and basic repair services according to industry standards in a safe manner
- Diagnose and perform basic mechanical and electrical repairs using appropriate tools and equipment according to industry standards in a safe manner
- Work independently and professionally as a member of an automotive service technology team
- Students will be able to obtain individual credentialing through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) with a cut score or better proficiency rate established by the industry association
- Students will be able to obtain individual credentialing in any of the eight (8) automotive areas and/or “Master” certification by the State of Michigan with a 70% or better proficiency rate
College Certificate Goals
- To provide a basic foundation of the automotive service industry through applied knowledge of machinery, software and its applications
- To prepare students for individual credentialing by recognized skill standards established by the ASE Education Foundation (ASE-EF)
- To prepare students for individual credentialing by recognized skill standards established by the State of Michigan certifications of any of the eight (8) automotive areas and/or “Master” certification
College Certificate Outcomes
- Students will be able to demonstrate basic math and use of appropriate tools and equipment to perform basic maintenance and repair services
- To teach students the basic principles of automotive technology safety as it applies to tool and equipment operations
- Work independently and professionally as a member of an automotive service technology team
Admission Requirements
Students are required to do the following:
- Fulfill all WCCCD admission requirements
- Declare intent to enter the Automotive Service Technology Program on the WCCCD Application for Admissions or change intent at the admissions office
- Fulfill course placement requirements based on the ACCUPLACER® assessment
- Complete a WCCCD Program Application during the semester they are enrolled in AUT 114 - Electrical/Electronic Systems I course, and then submit the application to the Campus Academic and Student Services Officers
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