28 Semester Credit Hours; Curriculum: 0030
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Courses for a Certificate: | ||
| ATA 102 | Introduction To Automotive Technology | 4 |
| ATA 111 | Automotive Electrical Systems I | 4 |
| ATA 113 | Brake Systems | 4 |
| ATA 114 | Steering, Balancing, and Alignment | 4 |
| ATA 206 | Clutches, Transmissions, and Differentials | 4 |
| ATA 207 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 |
| ATA 211 | Automotive Electrical Systems II | 4 |
| Total Hours | 28 | |
Automotive Technology Certificate Pathway
The following Pathway is recommended for students pursuing the Automotive Technology Certificate.
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall Semester | Hours | |
| ATA 102 | Introduction To Automotive Technology | 4 |
| ATA 111 | Automotive Electrical Systems I | 4 |
| ATA 206 | Clutches, Transmissions, and Differentials | 4 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| ATA 113 | Brake Systems | 4 |
| ATA 114 | Steering, Balancing, and Alignment | 4 |
| Hours | 8 | |
| Summer Semester | ||
| ATA 207 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 |
| Hours | 4 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| ATA 211 | Automotive Electrical Systems II | 4 |
| Hours | 4 | |
| Total Hours | 28 | |
Note: Pathway is a recommended sequence of courses. Students should contact the department chair to discuss the course sequence as well as course prerequisites and recommendations.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Implement safe work habits in automotive technology.
- Perform automotive diagnostics and repairs in an orderly and clean process.
- Demonstrate the use and care of basic automotive tools and equipment.
- Explain the mechanical and scientific principles involved in automotive technology.
- Develop skills and technical knowledge of automotive technology that prepares students for entry level employment.
- Develop skills and technical knowledge of automotive technology, particularly those related to brakes and steering.