Automotive Technology Certificate
Total Program Credits: 52
The Automotive Technology certificate curriculum is designed for learners who wish to concentrate solely on technically-related courses in the repair of today’s high-tech computerized automobile.
Upon completion of the program, the certificate holder will be able to seek employment as an automobile repair technician in a dealership or the aftermarket and can move into advanced automotive opportunities, such as service advising and manufacturer corporate positions.
Program is a National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) division of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified.
Stackable Certificate:
Truck Brake and Suspension CertificateEngine Performance CertificateLight Vehicle Maintenance CertificateTransmission Repair Certificate
Program Learning Outcomes:
Upon the successful completion of the Automotive Technology Certificate, the graduate will be able to:
- Demonstrate industry knowledge through safety OSHA, EPA practices and procedures.
- Apply appropriate NATEF systematic approaches when diagnosing automotive problems or concerns.
- Recognize automotive engine problems based on previous classroom theory and lab practices.
- Diagnose and repair engine related issues.
- Locate, interpret and apply online manual information provided by the manufacturer or any other automotive online manual website.
(Reviewed Fall 2023)
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 |
| AUT 136 ◊ # Brake Systems | Core Course | 4 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to create an academic plan.
Explore stackable certificate(s)/degree(s) |
Light Vehicle Maintenance Certificate has been completed.
| AUT 129 ◊ # Automotive Electricity & Electronics II | Core Course | 3 |
| 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 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 18 |
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. (if applicable) |
Brake & Suspension 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.
Attend a Ready to Apply Workshop.
GECC Credential Achieved. |
| AUT 150 ◊ # Automotive Power Plants | Core Course | 5 |
| AUT 230 ◊ # Computerized Engine Controls | Core Course | 5 |
| AUT 277 ◊ # Advanced Automatic Transmission & Repair | Core Course | 5 |
| Total Semester Credits: | 15 |
Meet with your Academic Advisor to finalize your academic plan for graduation and register for stackable certificate/degree (option).
Submit graduation petition by deadline (check for the specific date in catalog or syllabus.) |
Engine Performance and Transmission Repair Certificates have been completed.
See AUT course descriptions.
Chairperson: Ken Davis, Ext. 3454, email: kennethdavis@triton.edu
KEY
(AAS/CERT) |
| General Education |
Communications, Fine Arts, Humanities, Life Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Social and Behavioral Science (see individual degree requirements). |
| Core Course |
Course(s) listed in a semester the student is required to take. |
| Program Elective |
Course(s) that faculty recommend and are listed in the ‘Program Electives’ section (if any) for this program. |
If intending to transfer, choose courses accepted by your transfer institution. |
| General Elective |
Course(s) chosen by the student, if needed, above and beyond core courses and program electives (if any), to complete the Program Total Credits. |
| ◊ symbol |
This course is articulated. (course transfers to 3 or more Illinois State schools, as an elective or equal course-to-course) |
| # symbol |
This course has a prerequisite. (course(s) student takes prior to taking this course) |