The Automotive Technology program is a technical program beginning in Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters of each year.
A student receiving a degree, Level I, or Level II certificate must complete the capstone requirements. Completion of Cisco College Auto Technology coursework prepares students to take the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence certification exam.
Please see pp 89-91 in the Cisco College Course Catalog for specific course requirements.
Prerequisites
There are no special selection criteria for this program.
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| Degrees & Certifications | Program Length |
|---|---|
| Associate of Applied Science | Four semesters |
| Automotive Technology Level II Certificate | Four semesters |
| Automotive Drivability Level I Certificate | Two semesters |
| Diesel Technology Level I Certificate | Two Semesters |
| Automotive Performance Level I Certificate | Two semesters |
What Can This Program Do For You
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Potential Career Paths
- Automotive Mechanic
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Salary Information
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Automotive Technology Associate of Applied Science Degree Plan
Freshman Year First Semester Second Semester AUMT 1305 Intro to Automotive Tech 3 AUMT 2417 Engine Performance Analysis I 4 AUMT 1407 Auto Electrical Systems 4 AUMT 2443 Emissions Systems Diagnostics 4 AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair 4 AUMT 2313 Manual Drive Train & Axles 3 PSYC 2301 or SOCI 1301 3 Core Curriculum Elective 3 Language, Philosophy & Culture Elective* 3 TOTAL 14 TOTAL 17 Sophomore Year First Semester Second Semester AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Syst. 4 AUMT 1445 Auto Climate Control 4 AUMT 1416 Suspension & Steering 4 AUMT 2325 Auto Trans. & Transaxle 3 AUMT 2434 Auto Engine Performance Analysis II 4 AUMT 2421 Auto Electrical Diagnostics 4 ENGL 1301 Composition I 3 MATH 1314 College Algebra or MATH 1332 Contemporary Math 3 TOTAL 15 TOTAL 14 TOTAL DEGREE HOURS 60 *See core curriculum course options
Some students may need preparatory courses in English, Reading, or Math. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward a certificate or degree. -
Automotive Technology Level II Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester AUMT 1305 Intro to Automotive Tech 3 AUMT 2417 Engine Performance Analysis I 4 AUMT 1407 Auto Electrical Systems 4 AUMT 2443 Adv. Emission Systems Diagnostics 4 AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair 4 AUMT 2313 Manual Drive Trains & Axles 3 TOTAL 11 TOTAL 11 Third Semester Fourth Semester AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems 4 AUMT 1445 Auto Climate Control 4 AUMT 1416 Suspension & Steering 4 AUMT 2325 Automatic Trans. & Transaxle 3 AUMT 2434 Auto Engine Performance Analysis II 4 AUMT 2421 Auto Electrical Diagnostics & Repair 4 TOTAL 12 TOTAL 11 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 45 -
Automotive Drivability Level I Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester AUMT 1410 Automotive Brake Systems 4 AUMT 1445 Auto Climate Control 4 AUMT 1416 Suspension & Steering 4 AUMT 2325 Automatic Trans. & Transaxle 3 AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair 4 AUMT 2421 Auto Electrical Diag. & Repair 4 AUMT 2443 Adv. Emission Systems Diagnostics 4 TOTAL 16 TOTAL 11 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 27 -
Diesel Technology Level I Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester DEMR 1405 Basic Electrical Systems 4 DEMR 1410 Diesel engine Testing & Repair I 4 DEMR 1401 ShopSafety & Procedures 4 DEMR 2438 Advanced Power Applications I 4 DEMR 1413 Fuel Systems 4 DEMR 2439 Advanced Electrical Systems 4 TOTAL 12 TOTAL 12 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 24 -
Automotive Performance Level I Certificate Plan
First Semester Second Semester AUMT 1305 Intro to Automotive Tech 3 AUMT 1407 Auto Electrical Systems 4 AUMT 1419 Automotive Engine Repair 4 AUMT 2313 Manual Drive Train & Axles 3 AUMT 2417 Engine Performance Analysis 4 AUMT 2434 Auto Engine Performance Analysis II 4 TOTAL 11 TOTAL 11 TOTAL CERTIFICATE HOURS 22 -
Automotive Technology Marketable Skills Award Plan
First Semester AUMT 1419 Automotive Brake System 4 AUMT 2416 Suspension & Steering 4 AUMT 2417 Engine Performance Analysis I 4 TOTAL AWARD HOURS 12
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