Industrial and Engineering Technologies and Engineering Transfer
Technological advances in the automotive field and the introduction of computer controlled systems and components have mandated a technician who is highly skilled and professionally trained. Automotive technicians make up the largest service and repair group in the country, and the increasing application of computerized systems in cars and trucks has created a great demand for highly trained professionals.
The Automotive Technology program at Midlands Technical College is designed to provide theory and hands-on training to prepare students to be well-rounded entry-level automotive technicians. Specialization areas emphasize diagnostic and engine performance service, engine overhaul, manual and automatic transmission reconditioning and repair, heat and air conditioning, and all phases of chassis service. Graduates of the Automotive Technology program work in dealerships, independent garages and other related businesses as technicians, parts personnel, services writers and field representatives for manufacturers.
Six separate certificate programs have been developed based on eight ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) categories -- engine repair; drive train repair; heating and air conditioning repair; electrical systems repair; brake, suspension and steering repair; and engine performance -- to prepare you for the ASE certification exam.
Graduates of this program earn an associate degree in Automotive Technology. The individual certificate programs are also available.
Special Requirements
Students are required to purchase their own safety equipment and tools. A tool list for each course is available upon request.
Major: Automotive Technology (84 credit hours)
Degree: Associate in Industrial Technology
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GENERAL EDUCATION COURSE REQUIREMENTS (15 CREDIT HOURS) |
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Credit Hours |
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| ENG 101 | English Composition I |
3.0 |
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| ENG 165 | Professional Communications |
3.0 |
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| MAT 155 | Contemporary Mathematics |
3.0 |
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| PSY 201 | General Psychology |
3.0 |
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| Approved Humanities Course |
3.0 |
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Subtotal |
15.0 |
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| Major courses meeting other college general education core requirements are starred (*) below. | |||
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| B. | MAJOR COURSE REQUIREMENTS (21 CREDIT HOURS) | ||
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Credit Hours |
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| AUT 105 | Beginning Engine Repair |
4.0 |
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| AUT 112 | Braking Systems |
4.0 |
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| AUT 115 | Manual Drive Train/Axle |
3.0 |
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| AUT 131 | Electrical Systems |
3.0 |
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| AUT 221 | Suspension and Steering Diagnosis |
3.0 |
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| AUT 241 | Automotive Air Conditioning |
4.0 |
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Subtotal |
21.0 |
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| C. | OTHER HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION (48 CREDIT HOURS) | ||
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Credit Hours |
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| AUT 106 | Intermediate Engine Repair |
4.0 |
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| AUT 116 | Manual Transmission and Axle |
4.0 |
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| AUT 132 | Automotive Electricity |
4.0 |
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| AUT 133 | Electrical Fundamentals* |
3.0 |
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| AUT 141 | Introduction to Heating and Air Conditioning |
4.0 |
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| AUT 145 | Engine Performance |
3.0 |
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| AUT 151 | Automotive Transmission/Transaxle |
3.0 |
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| AUT 153 | Automatic Transmission Diagnosis |
3.0 |
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| AUT 222 | Four-Wheel Alignment |
2.0 |
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| AUT 245 | Advanced Engine Performance |
5.0 |
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| AUT 262 | Advanced Auto Diagnosis and Repair |
4.0 |
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| CPT 101 * | Introduction to Computers |
3.0 |
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| PHS 111 | Conceptual Physics I* |
3.0 |
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| General Elective |
3.0 |
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| Subtotal |
48.0 |
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| Total Credit Hours: |
84.0 |
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