Automotive Fundamentals

Certificate (Certificate Program) - 24 Credit Hours

Program Information:
The Automotive Fundamentals certificate program is designed for individuals who have an interest in working in the automotive industry. This program targets individuals with little or no mechanical experience, who will be primarily seeking entry-level skills in the automotive field. The Automotive Fundamentals program is articulated with the Automotive Technology Associate in Applied Science degree so the students seeking additional training could complete the degree requirement. Students also learn knowledge and skills that would assist them in successfully completing related degrees such as Diesel Powered Equipment Technology, General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program, and Caterpiller Dealer Service Technology. Students seeking employment directly after completing this certificate program would be qualified to complete many of the service aspects of automotive maintenance.

Program Accreditation:
The program is aligned with NATEF certification guidelines and would allow students who complete the certificate to earn external accreditation.

Recommended Course Sequence:

Fall Semester 1:
AUT 120; AUT 125; AUT 135

Spring Semester 1:
AUT 126

Fall Semester 2:
AUT 121; AUT 130; AUT 140

Spring Semester 2:
AUT 131

Course Information:

Required Program Courses
Course	Name	Credit
AUT 120	AUTO SHOP SAFETY AND PRACTICE I	.5
AUT 121	AUTO SHOP SAFETY AND PRACTICE II	.5
AUT 125	AUTO ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS I	2.5
AUT 126	AUTO ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS II	6
AUT 130	AUTO ENGINE PERFORMANCE I	2.5
AUT 131	AUTO ENGINE PERFORMANCE II	6
AUT 135	AUTO BRAKES	3
AUT 140	AUTO SUSPENSION AND STEERING	3

For Program Information Contact:
Agricultural and Industrial Technologies Department, Agricultural and Technologies Building, Room 118, (309) 694-5464