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3/25/2022 12:08:42 PM
Automotive Technology, Associate in Applied Science
Total Program Credits: 67
The Automotive Technology degree curriculum provides the student with a working knowledge of automotive repair on today’s high-tech, computerized automobile. Upon completion of the program, the graduate will be able to seek employment as an auto repair technician in a dealership or the aftermarket and can move into advanced automotive opportunities, such as service advising and manufacturer corporate positions. This program is National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) - Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.
Stackable Certificate:
Automotive Technology CertificateTruck Brake and Suspension CertificateEngine Performance CertificateLight Vehicle Maintenance CertificateTransmission Repair Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Automotive Technology program, the graduate will be able to:
• demonstrate OSHA & EPA recognized safety practices and procedures;
• demonstrate vehicle symptoms by performing diagnostic evaluations;
• demonstrate complex automotive diagnostic procedures;
• calculate math skills related to automotive technology;
• demonstrate ethical work habits through questioning and answering techniques; and
• demonstrate communication skills through verbal evaluations.
(Spring 2022)
Placement Measures
Program Map for Students
| AUT 112 ◊ Introduction to Automotive Technology | Core Course | 3 |
| AUT 114 ◊ # Fuel Management Systems | Core Course | 4 |
| AUT 127 ◊ # Automotive Electricity & Electronics I | Core Course | 4 |
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| MAT 102 ◊ # Liberal Arts Mathematics | Mathematics Gen-ed | 3 |
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| MAT 122 ◊ # Technical Mathematics | Core Course | 3 |
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| RHT 101 ◊ # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition I | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 17 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore transfer institutions and admissions requirements by attending transfer events (if intending to transfer). |
Note: Grade of “C” or higher is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊.
MAT 122◊: Meets the Mathematics and/or Science general education requirement.
| AUT 129 ◊ # Automotive Electricity & Electronics II | Core Course | 3 |
| AUT 136 ◊ # Brakes Systems | Core Course | 4 |
| AUT 150 ◊ # Automotive Power Plants | Core Course | 5 |
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| RHT 102 ◊ # Freshman Rhetoric & Composition II | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
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| SPE 101 ◊ # Principles of Effective Speaking | Communications Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
If intending to transfer, create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers and attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
Notes: Grade of ‘C’ or high is an IAI requirement for RHT 101◊ and RHT 102◊. Students must complete RHT 101◊, with SPE 101◊, or RHT 101◊ with RHT 102◊. Students intending to transfer are encouraged to complete all three courses: RHT 101◊, RHT 102◊ and SPE 101◊ to meet university requirements.
Note: Light Vehicle Maintenance Certificate has been completed.
| AUT 280 ◊ # Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning Fundamentals | Core Course | 2 |
| AUT 282 ◊ # Advanced Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning | Core Course | 2 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 4 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic and transfer plan.
Create a Transferology account to explore how coursework transfers. Attend a Transfer 101 Workshop. |
| AUT 226 ◊ # Engine Performance & Diagnosis | Core Course | 5 |
| AUT 240 ◊ # Steering, Suspension and Alignment | Core Course | 4 |
| AUT 275 ◊ # Manual Transmissions & Drives | Core Course | 6 |
| Take Credits | Humanities Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 18 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to update your academic (and transfer plan, if intending to transfer).
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop. (Minus the GECC Credential) |
Note: Brake & Suspension Certificate has been completed.
| AUT 230 ◊ # Computerized Engine Controls | Core Course | 5 |
| AUT 277 ◊ # Advanced Automatic Transmission & Repair | Core Course | 5 |
| Take Credits | Social and Behavioral Science Gen-ed | 3 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 13 |
| Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your transfer plan and apply to your transfer institution(s) if intending to transfer.
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabi.) |
Note: Automotive Technology, Engine Performance and Transmission Repair Certificates have been completed.
See Associate in Applied Science Graduation Requirements by discipline: http://triton.smartcatalogiq.com/2021-2022/Triton-College-Catalog/Applied-Science-Programs/Associate-in-Applied-Science-Degree-Requirements
See AUT course descriptions.
Note: Hand tools are required for automotive courses that include lab time.
Chairperson: Ken Davis, Ext. 3454, Email: kennethdavis@triton.edu