Automotive Technology (2 yr)

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 ASE Education Foundation (formerly NATEF - National Automotive Technician Education Foundation) certified.  During the program student will take ASE entry-level certification tests.  ASE entry-level certifications can be thought of as the first step in buiding a career as a service professional. 

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) - Auto Technology Requirements
• 2022 Wage Survey

 

First Semester		Credits
AUT101	Electrical I	3
AUT121	Auto Electricity and Electronics	2
AUT122	Brakes I	3
AUT142	Automotive Technology Lab I	5
	Total for First Semester	13
Second Semester
AUT132	Engine Performance I	3
AUT151	Heating and Air Conditioning	2
AUT161	Suspension and Steering I	3
AUT192	Automotive Technology Lab II	5
	Total for Second Semester	13
	Total for First Year	26
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 Lab III	7
	Total for Third Semester	14
Fourth Semester
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	1
	Total for Fourth Semester	13
	Total for Second Year	27
	Total Program Credits	53