The Automotive Technology Program prepares graduates for entry-level employment in the automotive industry. The Automotive Technician Program is designed to give graduates skill to succeed in new car dealerships and independent service centers. This program is designed to develop strong technical skills along with managerial skills.
Curriculum for the Automotive Technology degree is based on the Master Automotive Service Technology standards (MAST) set by the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Education Foundation.
Students should plan their programs with a faculty advisor. NOTE: Students considering transferring to a senior institution will need to contact the institution as soon as possible to determine the general education courses that are transferable and the required credit hours.
Program Notes
• Up to two credit hours of student work experience (AFD 211) may be completed before meeting the required prerequisites. See instructor for work plan.
• AFD elective courses are offered each semester and may be completed during other semesters than the suggested sequence.
• A valid driver’s license is required for internship courses
• MAT 124 or MAT 107 or MAT 108 may be taken instead of MAT 131.
• General Education electives are chosen from two of the following categories: communications, social/behavioral sciences, humanities/fine arts, mathematics, physical/life sciences.
• For the Motorsport concentration, two credit hours of AFD 211 may be substituted for AFD 273 if work experience does not meet AFD 273 placement requirements.