2019-2020 Powertrain Development Technician (APPDT)

Powertrain Development Technician (APPDT)

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Description

In this program, students will develop the knowledge and skills to perform in-car powertrain testing in unique testing environments. Jobs in this area require knowledge of automotive engine and electrical systems and experience with an automotive dynamometer. Students will learn about dynamometer setup and testing including the operation of complex analytical test equipment and test software.

Contact Information

Division
Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
Department
Automotive Services Department
Advisors
Allen Day
Julie N. (Niki) Lee

Requirements

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First Semester
Class   Title Minimum Credits
ASV 131   Automotive Electrical 4
ASV 132   Automotive Engines 4
MTT 102   Machining for the Technologies 2
WAF 109   Welding Safety and OSHA Regulations 2
Elective(s)   Writing/Composition 3
Total 15
Second Semester
Class   Title Minimum Credits
ASV 256   Electrical and Electronic Systems 4
WAF 105   Introduction to Welding Processes 2
Elective(s)   Writing/Composition or Communication 3
Elective(s)   Natural Sciences 3
    Restricted Electives select a minimum of 4 credits: ABR 111, ASV 174, ASV 251, ASV 258, ASV 270, MEC 101, MEC 120, MST 110, WAF 125 4
Total 16
Third Semester
Class   Title Minimum Credits
ABR 114   Applied Auto Body Welding 2
ASV 277   Automotive Powertrain Systems 4
ASV 279   Automotive Dynamometer and Test 4
Elective(s)   Math 3
    Restricted Electives select a minimum of 2 credits: ASV 251 or ASV 258 2
Total 15
Fourth Semester
Class   Title Minimum Credits
CST 185   Local and Mobile Networking Essentials 4
MST 220   Dynamometer Operations 4
Elective(s)   Arts and Humanities 3
Elective(s)   Social and Behavioral Science 3
Total 14
Total Credits Required
60

Footnotes

*Students may elect to take optional courses in Semester 5 to meet MTA. Please refer to the WCC MTA Transfer Agreement web page www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/mta.php for more information.