College Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Automotive Technology
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Program Options
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| Credential |
Title |
Credit Hours Required |
Notes |
| Associate of Applied Science |
Automotive Technology |
69 |
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| Certificate |
Master Automobile Service Technology (MAST) |
54 |
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| Certificate |
Automobile Service Technology (AST) |
33 |
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| Certificate |
Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR) |
24 |
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| Certificate |
Engine Machining |
12 |
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Program Description:
The Automotive Technology program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and abilities required for entry level positions in the automotive industry. Students successfully completing this program will have the technical skills required to properly diagnose, repair, and maintain the parts and systems comprising the modern automobile.
Program Outcomes:
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
1. Utilize the proper shop equipment and tools needed to diagnose and complete vehicle repairs.
2. Resolve potentially hazardous situations related to automotive service.
3. Utilize the proper data from shop manuals and computer resources as required to complete vehicle repairs.
4. Summarize information as it applies to vehicle servicing in writing or verbally in a comprehensive manner.
5. Strategize the achievements of professional growth with in all areas of the automobile service repair.
6. Exhibit professional and ethical behaviors in the Automotive Lab while adhering to professional technician protocol.
Accreditation:
The Associate of Applied Science degree In Automotive Technology program and the certificate programs are ASE (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence) certified through NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation), 101 Blue Seal Drive, Suite 101, Leesburg, Virginia 20175, 703.669.6650.
Career Opportunities:
Automotive Technology-Associate of Applied Science: Job titles such as Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics and Automotive Engineering Technicians are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.
Automotive Technology-Master Automobile Service Technology (MAST)-Certificate: Job titles such as Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.
Automotive Technology-Automobile Service Technology (AST) -Certificate: Job titles such as Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.
Automotive Technology-Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR)-Certificate: Job titles such as Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.
Automotive Technology-Engine Machining-Certificate: Job titles such as Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics are attainable upon completion of this course of study. To learn more from a career specialist, visit the Office of Career Services at either campus or explore online at www.onetonline.org.
Transfer Pathways:
Students intending to transfer and complete a bachelor’s degree need to make early decisions concerning an academic major and a transfer destination. Statistics show that students who make these decisions early are more likely to persist to graduation than their undecided counterparts. Students planning to transfer credits earned at Macomb are strongly urged to see a counselor or academic advisor as early as possible in their college careers.
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