Automotive Technology

Professional-Technical Program

Automotive Tech Students with Instructor

Photographer: James Hannibal

This two-year A.A.S. degree or Advanced Technical Certificate program is designed to prepare students for employment as entry-level technicians in the automotive repair industry. All ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) areas will be taught through the use of lecture, mock-ups, and customer vehicles. Successful completion of each semester or permission of the instructor is required for admission to the next semester. Due to the complexity of today’s cars, the industry requires a high degree of reading and comprehension skills. Placement in specific English and math courses is determined by the college assessment test. Prospective students who do not meet the initial eligibility requirements for a professional-technical limited-enrollment program will need to take selected courses to receive necessary skill building prior to entering the program.