AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY (A.A.S.)
- Recognize the purpose of the major systems of a vehicle.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of service manuals, flat rate manuals, and technical service bulletins.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic hand tools.
- Perform maintenance and repairs to engines, transmissions, axles, brakes, cooling and heating systems, steering and electrical systems.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of electronic diagnostic equipment.
- Demonstrate a good working knowledge of many of the automotive vehicles produced by a variety of manufacturers.
- Demonstrate good communication skills in the work environment and in working with the public.
- Be a high school graduate or hold a G.E.D. diploma.
- Successfully complete the College Placement Testing in English, Mathematics and Reading and place above the developmental level. Students who place within the developmental level must complete the required courses with a "C" or better.
- Obtain sponsorship from a participating Automobile Dealers Association dealer (Montgomery County Community College and the Automobile Dealers Association will assist in this process). Criteria such as date of application and date of completion of minimum requirements may be used in the decision process.
Purpose
The Automotive Technology program is designed to prepare students with the basic knowledge and skills necessary for a modern, state-of-the-art automotive technician position.
Program Objective
A graduate should be able to
Special Admissions Requirements
Students who wish to be considered for admission to the Automotive Technology program must
Advanced Standing
Applicants who have vocational school training in an automotive course or those who have a minimum of one year of practical experience in an automobile dealership may be eligible to obtain credit via challenge of certain Automotive Technology courses. Information is available from the Office of the Dean of Academic Affairs.
Curriculum
First Semester
| MAT 115 | Technical Mathematics I | 4 |
| PEH 245 | Safety and First Aid | 3 |
| AUT 100 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AUT 110 | Steering and Suspension | 3 |
| AUT 188 | Cooperative Work Study I | 1 |
Second Semester
| ELT 110 | Basic Electronics | 4 |
| AUT 120 | Brake Systems | 3 |
| AUT 130 | Engines | 3 |
| CIS 110 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| AUT 198 | Cooperative Work Study II | 1 |
Third Semester
| ENG 101 | English Composition I | 3 |
| MGT 110 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| AUT 150 | Automotive Electricity and Electronics | 4 |
| AUT 160 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| AUT 288 | Cooperative Work Study III | 1 |
Fourth Semester
| SPC 110 | Introduction to Communications | 3 |
| HIS 107 | History of Western Civilization | 3 |
| AUT 200 | Automotive Drive Trains | 3 |
| AUT 220 | Automotive Transmissions and Transaxles | 3 |
| AUT 298 | Cooperative Work Study IV | 1 |
Fifth Semester
| ENG 115 | Writing for Technical Communication | 3 |
| MGT 121 | Small Business Management | 3 |
| AUT 210 | Fuel and Emissions | 3 |
| AUT 230 | Engine Performance | 3 |
| AUT 299 | Cooperative Workshop V | 1 |
TOTAL SEMESTER HOURS CREDIT: 68
