Academics
A.A.S., Major in Automotive Technology
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With concern for automotive efficiency, the cost of fuel, vehicle repairs and service growing yearly, the role of the automotive technician increases in importance.
The student is trained to perform quality maintenance, diagnosis and repair of complex modern vehicles. Classrooms and shop areas are equipped with the latest tools and equipment for automotive diagnosis and repair.
Students will train in eight areas of automotive service: engine repair, engine performance, electrical and electronic systems, manual drive train and axles, automatic transmission/transaxles, suspension and steering systems, brakes and heating and air conditioning. Maintenance and repair experience will duplicate those skills needed upon employment. Upon completion of 80 credit hours, a graduate will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science with a major in Automotive Technology. Automotive Technology is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation.
NOTE: New students must obtain all tools on the list of required tools. See the automotive department head or an instructor to obtain the tool list. Educational discounts are available from participating vendors.
Program Location: Greenwood
Contact Information: Brad Emery
Required Courses
Day Program
| FIRST SEMESTER | Credit Hours | |
| AUT 101 | Engine Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| AUT 112 | Brakes | 4.0 |
| AUT 122 | Suspension and Steering | 4.0 |
| AUT 133 | Electrical Fundamentals | 3.0 |
| MAT 170 | Algebra, Geometry & Trigonometry I | 3.0 |
| SECOND SEMESTER | Credit Hours | |
| AUT 103 | Engine Reconditioning | 4.0 |
| AUT 116 | Manual Transmissions and Axles | 4.0 |
| AUT 152 | Automatic Transmissions | 4.0 |
| ENG 165 | Professional Communication | 3.0 |
| or ENG 101 English Composition I | ||
| SUMMER TERM | Credit Hours | |
| AUT 131 | Electrical Systems | 3.0 |
| AUT 141 | Introduction to Heating & Air Conditioning | 4.0 |
| AUT 252 | Advanced Automatic Transmission | 4.0 |
| MAT 171 | Algebra, Geometry & Trigonometry II | 3.0 |
| THIRD SEMESTER | Credit Hours | |
| AUT 145 | Engine Performance | 3.0 |
| AUT 231 | Automotive Electronics | 4.0 |
| AUT 232 | Automotive Accessories | 2.0 |
| AUT 247 | Electronic Fuel Systems | 4.0 |
| Elective Behavioral/Social Science | 3.0 | |
| FOURTH SEMESTER | Credit Hours | |
| AUT 245 | Advanced Engine Performance | 5.0 |
| AUT 156 | Auto Diagnosis and Repair | 4.0 |
| AUT 275 | Alternate Technology Vehicles | 3.0 |
| Elective Humanities/Fine Arts | 3.0 | |
| Total Credit Hours: 77.0 | ||
Updated 4/11/2012
Advisement Information
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Tools for the hands-on portion in the lab are mandatory for competency completion and will cost a minimum of $1200-$1800 with some students choosing to spend as much as $4000-$5000. Tools that the students purchase are an investment in their future and necessary to be employable. Click here for the list of required tools. Advise students to call or e-mail Brad Emery if they have specific questions.
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See the Math Placement Guide before enrolling a student in mathematics courses. It is recommended that students enroll in the sequence of math courses required for this program, based on their math placement scores and their advisor's recommendation.
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New students summer and spring terms should talk with Brad Emery or Grayson Jefferies about experience level before enrolling in AUT courses. Taking developmental coursework if needed or general education courses is a good option before entering the program fully in the fall.
Advisement information updated 10/25/2011