The Automotive Service Technician (AST) degree builds on the General Service Technician I certificate by providing advanced repair and diagnostic skills for placement as an automotive technician. Students alternate between classroom study and a dealership internship to develop additional theory and higher levels of hands-on skills and earn certifications with our industry partners: Subaru University and Nissan Technical Training Academy.
What You'll Learn
Apply employability skills for success in an entry-level automotive technician position.
Perform common maintenance, inspection and service procedures for the eight automotive systems: Engine, Manual Transmission and Axles, Brakes, Heating and Air Conditioning, Automatic Transmission, Suspension and Steering, Electrical/Electronic Control and Engine Performance.
Identify and apply safe work practices working on or with vehicle systems, tools, equipment, lifts, ventilation and hazardous waste disposal.
Utilize service information systems to obtain specifications and proper service and maintenance procedures.
Utilize service information and skills to diagnosis basic automotive concerns.
Utilize service information to remove and replace failed components.
Careers & Opportunities
The job outlook for automotive service technicians is projected to remain strong over the next decade. AST graduates may first be hired as maintenance technicians and will apply their skills to higher-level diagnosis and repair of all automotive systems.