Auto Repair Technician

Program Summary

Today's automobile is designed and engineered at a higher level of technology than ever before. This produces a high demand for trained repair technicians who can meet the increased technical challenges. This program prepares students for employment in automotive dealership service centers, independent repair shops, and specialty or customized shops. The auto repair technician field is rapidly changing and relies more and more on advanced knowledge-particularly in the electrical and electronics areas. As a well-trained technician with current skills, you can expect rapid employment and a steady rising income. In addition this program includes preparation for the ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification.

Auto Repair Technician AAS graduates will:

• be prepared for employment in the collision body and/or collision paint repair industry
• meet ASE and I-CAR skill standards.
• dismantle collision related components, replace damaged parts, and straighten dents.
• evaluate surface substrates in planning sequences needed in prepping a surface for required surface coat-ings.
• demonstrate Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Communication, Global and Cultural Awareness, and Technical and Information Literacy skills

It is the student’s responsibility to discuss sequencing and work out their individual schedule with a counselor or adviser. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.

TRAN 110, 112, 113, and 125 must be taken in the first term.

AUTO 120 Electrical/Electronics must be completed before Engine Performance Series (AUTO 134, 135, 136 and 138).

AUTO 298 must be completed in the last term of training.

CWEX Cooperative Work Experience may be completed in the student’s last 2 terms of training, used as a requirement for classes within the term the student is registered for by instructor permission only.

 *Program length is estimated. See your counselor or adviser.