Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair, CSC

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Length: 16 credits

PURPOSE: This career studies certificate is designed to train individuals for employment in express service light repair and maintenance positions at dealerships and independent repair shops. The curriculum covers both theory and shop training with an emphasis on service and minor repair. As a result of instruction, students will be able to describe the purpose and function of each vehicle system and identify the parts involved and how they work. Additionally, students will learn how to perform basic diagnosis with the end goal of determining if a system is working as designed or if further service is required.

OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES: Auto Mechanic, Service Advisor, Maintenance Technician, Parts Clerk, and Service Writer.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: General college curricular admission.

PROGRAM NOTES: Students are required to meet with the program head either before registering for their first semester or early in their first semester of study.

Requirements

AUT 101 - Introduction to Automotive Systems Credits: 3
AUT 241 - Automotive Electricity I Credits: 3
AUT 265 - Automotive Braking Systems Credits: 3
AUT 266 - Auto Alignment, Suspension and Steering Credits: 3
AUT 111 - Automotive Engines I Credits: 4

Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair, CSC

Requirements

Minimum Required for Career Studies Certificate: 16 Credits