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This certificate offers students the understanding of Engine Performance, Automotive Electronics, Electronic Fuel Systems, Automotive Accessories and Advanced Engine Performance System Fundamentals and diagnosis and repair in these subjects. This certificate will be the second step toward the achievement of an Associate in Applied Science with a Major in Automotive Technology. The courses will be assessed using applicable NATEF metrics. The Automotive Fundamentals certificate is a prerequisite to the Advanced Automotive Fundamentals certificate.

Advisement Information

• All courses count toward the AUT3 associate degree.
• 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 students purchase are an investment in their future and necessary to be employable. Advise students to call or e-mail Mike Rodgers if they have specific questions.
• Students must complete the AUT7 certificate before enrolling in this program.