Automotive Technology
Looking to jump start your career? Consider Automotive Technology! As a full-time time student, this program gives graduates the opportunity to enter the workforce in 18-months. Our Auto Technology program is NATEF (National Automotive Technician Education Foundation) certified.
Students in the Auto Technology program learn to use up-to-date equipment and tools. ALLDATA and Mitchell-On-Demand programs are used in diagnosing and repairing vehicles. The program gives students the technical instruction and hands-on/live work experience necessary for ASE certification.
Drive into excellence with a career in Auto Technology from Highland Community College Technical Center!
Here are some helpful resources:
- Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Requirements
- Automotive Technology Gainful Employment Information
| First Semester | Credits | |
| AUT101 | Electrical/Electronic Systems | 3 |
| AUT121 | Auto Electricity and Electronics | 2 |
| AUT122 | Brakes | 3 |
| AUT142 | Automotive Technology Lab I | 7 |
| Total for First Semester | 15 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| AUT132 | Engine Performance I | 3 |
| AUT151 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 2 |
| AUT161 | Steering and Suspension | 2 |
| AUT192 | Automotive Technology Lab II | 7 |
| Total for Second Semester | 14 | |
| Total for First Year | 29 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| AUT193 | Hybrid and Fuel Cell Vehicles | 1 |
| AUT201 | Manual Drive Trains and Axles | 2 |
| AUT211 | Auto Transmissions/Transaxles I | 2 |
| AUT221 | Engine Performance/Drivability II | 2 |
| AUT242 | Automotive Technology III | 7 |
| Total for Third Semester | 14 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| AUT232 | Diesel Engine Operations & Diagnosis | 1 |
| AUT251 | Engine Repair | 2 |
| AUT255 | Auto Transmissions/Transaxles II | 1 |
| AUT261 | Auto Service Management | 2 |
| AUT281 | Automotive Technology Lab IV | 7 |
| AUT291 | Service Management Practicum | 2 |
| Total for Fourth Semester | 15 | |
| Total for Second Year | 29 | |
| Total Program Credits | 58 |
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