Automotive Technology, AAS

Automotive Technology

Purpose

The Automotive Technology Program is designed to prepare the student for
employment and advancement in the automotive service industry.

Program Description

The Automotive Technology Program prepares the students to enter the labor market as an entry level automotive technician or advanced apprentice. Upon completion of this course the graduate will be prepared to secure employment or to further his training in a specialized automotive field.
* Shop safety, hand and power tools, general shop practices
* Drive trains, brake systems, suspension systems, wheel alignment
* Engine inspection, testing, adjusting, and overhauling
* Automotive electronics, automotive emissions systems, automotive air conditioning

Program Length

Four Semesters

Degree (s) Offered

Associate in Applied Science

Admission Requirements

Must meet all general admission requirements of the college. For certificate-only option, an ACT Work Keys Career Readiness Credential Silver-level score is acceptable for admission.
Must have good manual dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, near vision, active listening, and information ordering skills.

Contact

Automotive Instructors: Josiah Jones 601.477.4201 or Ryley Patterson 601.477.4246 or at josiah.jones@jcjc.edu or ryley.patterson@jcjc.edu.

Program Requirements

The following advisement plan is a recommended course of study. An academic advisor may alter course sequence to meet individual student needs. In addition, an academic advisor may recommend additional or different courses depending upon student career plans and/or requirements of the college or university to which the student plans to transfer.

Freshman Year

First Semester

ATT 1124 - Basic Electrical/Electronics Systems Semester Credit Hours: 4
ATT 1213 - Brakes Semester Credit Hours: 3
ATT 1811 - Introduction, Safety, and Employability Skills Semester Credit Hours: 1
ATT 1314 - Manual Drive Transmission/Transaxle Semester Credit Hours: 4
SSP 1003 - Smart Start Pathway Semester Credit Hours: 3
ENG 1113 - English Composition I Semester Credit Hours: 3

Total Hours: 18

Second Semester

ATT 1134 - Advanced Electrical/Electronics Systems Semester Credit Hours: 4
ATT 1425 - Engine Performance I Semester Credit Hours: 5
ATT 1715 - Engine Repair Semester Credit Hours: 5
ENG 1123 - English Composition II Semester Credit Hours: 3
MAT 1033 - Technical Mathematics Semester Credit Hours: 3
or a higher Math

Total Hours: 20

Sophomore Year

First Semester

ATT 2435 - Engine Performance II Semester Credit Hours: 5
ATT 2614 - Heating and Air Conditioning Semester Credit Hours: 4
ATT 2324 - Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Semester Credit Hours: 4
* Approved Elective Semester Credit Hours: 3

Total Hours: 16

Second Semester

ATT 2445 - Engine Performance III Semester Credit Hours: 5
ATT 2334 - Steering and Suspension Systems Semester Credit Hours: 4
ATT 2913 - Special Problems in Automotive Technology Semester Credit Hours: 3
SPT 1113 - Public Speaking I Semester Credit Hours: 3

Total Hours: 15

Note(s):

Students who lack entry level skills in Math and English will be provided related studies. Baseline competencies will be integrated into existing courses in the curriculum.

* Approved electives include those listed in the MCCB approved CTE and/or Academic Uniform Course Numbering Document. Through the approved curriculum, course substitutions may be allowed at the discretion of the program advisor.