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 six (6) individual certificate programs are also available.
The Automotive Technology Program is Master Certified by NATEF, the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation. NATEF accreditation validates the quality of the curriculum, facilities and competency of the instructors. NATEF is nationally recognized as the benchmark of automotive education.
Students are required to purchase their own safety equipment and tools. A tool list for each course is available upon request.
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Major: Automotive Technology (84 credit hours) |
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Degree: Associate in Industrial Technology |
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A. |
General Education Course Requirements (15 credit hours) |
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Credit Hours |
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English Composition I |
3.0 |
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Professional Communications |
3.0 |
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Contemporary Mathematics |
3.0 |
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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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Major Course Requirements (21 Credit Hours) |
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Credit Hours |
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Beginning Engine Repair |
4.0 |
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Braking Systems |
4.0 |
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Manual Drive Train/Axle |
3.0 |
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Electrical Systems |
3.0 |
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Suspension and Steering Diagnosis |
3.0 |
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Automotive Air Conditioning |
4.0 |
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Subtotal |
21.0 |
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Other Hours Required for Graduation (48 Credit Hours) |
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Credit Hours |
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Intermediate Engine Repair |
4.0 |
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Manual Transmission and Axle |
4.0 |
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Automotive Electricity |
4.0 |
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Electrical Fundamentals* |
3.0 |
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Introduction to Heating and Air Conditioning |
4.0 |
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Engine Performance |
3.0 |
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Automotive Transmission/Transaxle |
3.0 |
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Automatic Transmission Diagnosis |
3.0 |
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Four-Wheel Alignment |
2.0 |
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Advanced Engine Performance |
5.0 |
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Advanced Auto Diagnosis and Repair |
4.0 |
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Introduction to Computers* |
3.0 |
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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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