Automotive Technology Certificate

28 Semester Credit Hours; Curriculum: 0030

Course List

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

Note: Starting Fall 2022, Oakton will no longer enroll new students in this Certificate. Students who started the Certificate program in previous semesters, will be able to complete the Certificate requirements.

Automotive Technology Certificate Pathway

The following Pathway is recommended for students pursuing the Automotive Technology Certificate. 

Plan of Study Grid

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

1. Implement safe work habits in automotive technology.
2. Perform automotive diagnostics and repairs in an orderly and clean process.
3. Demonstrate the use and care of basic automotive tools and equipment.
4. Explain the mechanical and scientific principles involved in automotive technology.
5. Develop skills and technical knowledge of automotive technology that prepares students for entry level employment.
6. Develop skills and technical knowledge of automotive technology, particularly those related to brakes and steering.