Certificate
This certificate program prepares students for employment as a certified automotive technician. Students will diagnose and repair malfunctions in:
- automobile engines,
- suspensions and steering systems,
- brakes,
- electrical and electronic systems, and
- engine drivability issues.
This program also offers opportunities to explore vehicle performance, diesel, alternative fuel vehicles, hybrid vehicles and to participate in the building of performance vehicles. The program prepares the student for the State of Michigan Mechanic certification tests as well as the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
Career Outlook in Michigan
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2020-2021 Academic Requirements
This program prepares students for employment as a certified automotive technician. Students will diagnose and repair malfunctions in automobile engines, suspensions and steering systems, brakes, electrical and electronic systems and engine drivability issues. This program also offers opportunities to explore vehicle performance, diesel, alternative fuel vehicles, hybrid vehicles and to participate in the building of performance vehicles. The program prepares the student for the State of Michigan Mechanic Certification tests as well as the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Exams.
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site. View articulation agreements.
- Division
- Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
- Department
- Transportation Technologies
- Advisors
- Allen Day
Michael Duff
Julie N. (Niki) Lee
Major/Area Requirements
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 130 | Automotive Maintenance | 4 | |
| ASV 131 | Automotive Electrical | 4 | |
| ASV 132 | Automotive Engines | 4 | |
| ASV 133 | Automotive Fuel | 4 | |
| ASV 134 | Automotive Transmissions | 4 | |
| ASV 254 | Suspension and Steering | 2 | |
| ASV 255 | Brakes | 2 | |
| ASV 256 | Electrical and Electronic Systems | 4 | |
| Restricted Electives select 2 or more credits: ABR 111, ABR 114, ASV 174, ASV 269, ASV 270, ASV 277, ASV 279, CST 185, MST 110, MTT 102, or WAF 105 | 2 | ||
| Total | 30 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 30