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Automotive Engineering Technology

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ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE
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CREDITS NEEDED
65
DURATION
2 - 2.5 yrs

This programme is designed to provide knowledge and skills for anyone pursuing a career in the Automotive Service Industry. It aims at developing technical skills in servicing, diagnosing and mechanical repairs. Content areas include knowledge of engines, electrics, electronics, chassis systems and engineering science. Emphasis is placed on various practical areas to demonstrate competency. Students are adequately prepared to write international automotive exams with City and Guilds of London and Automotive Service Excellence in the United States of America.

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Programme Goals

Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems.

Diagnose and repair automotive engines.

Diagnose and repair suspension, steering, and brake systems.

Diagnose and repair electrical and electronic systems.

Use tools and equipment properly when executing repair tasks.

Practice and adhere to all health and safety rules for the automotive industry.

Demonstrate work habits and attitudes necessary to work in a highly competitive field.

Apply appropriate scientific and mathematical concepts and principles in the solution of automotive-related problems.

Use and manipulate diagnostic scanners to effectively solve vehicle electronic malfunctions.

Demonstrate techniques in the service and repairs of automotive engines.

Suggested Sequence of Courses
Semester 1
AUT 100
Workplace Occupational Health and Safety
3 Credits
AUT 101
Automotive Engineering Technology and Science
3 Credits
COM 100
Personal Development for College Success
1 Credits
CSC 104
Microcomputer Applications
3 Credits
ENG 104
English Composition
3 Credits
SPA/FRE 100
Elementary Spanish/French
3 Credits
Semester 2
AUT 102
Engine Overhaul and Repairs
4 Credits
AUT 103
Chassis Brakes and Suspension Systems
3 Credits
AUT 104
Automotive Transmission and Power Train Systems
3 Credits
SPA/FRE 101
Intermediate Spanish/French
3 Credits
ENG 106
Speech Communication
3 Credits
MAT 115
Technical Mathemetics
3 Credits
Semester 3
PHY 110
General Physics
4 Credits
AUT 109
Chassis Electrical Wiring and Ancillaries
3 Credits
AUT 110
Automotive Electrical Wiring and Ignition
3 Credits
ENG 105
English Composition II
3 Credits
ANT/PHI/PSY/SOC
Any 100-Level Social Science Course
3 Credits
Semester 4
AUT 105
Electronic Fuel Injection
3 Credits
AUT 107
Automotive Diagnostic, Scanners and Lab Scopes
3 Credits
AMS 120
Introduction to Welding
3 Credits
HIS 1XX/VIS 110
Any 100-Level History Course
3 Credits
EET 100
Electronic Technology
3 Credits

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