Degree and Certificate Programs

Automotive

Automotive Service Technology (5609)

Workforce Credit Certificate Program

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for entry-level employment as automotive/ light truck technicians at area dealerships, independent garages or other automotive repair facilities. The program also can provide supplemental training for individuals previously or currently employed in these occupations.

Instruction includes diagnosis and repair of engines, fuel, electrical, cooling and brake systems, drive train and suspension systems, and manual and automatic transmissions. The program also includes instruction in safe and efficient work practices, troubleshooting skills, service and maintenance of automobiles including both domestic and imports. Both classroom instruction and shop experiences are provided.

This program provides exit points for those who wish to specialize in a specific area. Students must complete courses required for each individual exit point.

Students enrolled in this program may be required to enroll in basic skills training. This will be determined by their scores on the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE).

Students in this program should be advised by the instructor or the program manager before enrolling in courses. For information call 904.633.8334.

Course Number and Title	Contact Hours	Workforce Credits
Professional Courses
*VPI 0100 Reading Skills
*VPI 0200 Mathematical Skills
*VPI 0300 Language Skills
AER 0930 Postsecondary Internship (Optional)
AER 0001 Introduction to Automotive Technology	135	4.50
AER 0005 Basic Automotive Concepts I	142	4.50
AER 0006 Basic Automotive Concepts II	143	5.00
AER 0300 Electrical Systems I	117	4.00
AER 0590 Engines	135	4.50
AER 0414 Brake Systems	135	4.50
AER 0452 Steering and Suspension Systems	135	4.50
AER 0170 Air Conditioning and Heating Systems	135	4.50
AER 0230 Manual Drive Trains and Axles	135	4.50
AER 0254 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles I	92	3.00
AER 0255 Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles II	93	3.00
AER 0301 Electrical Systems II	118	4.00
AER 0501 Engine Performance I	142	4.50
AER 0502 Engine Performance II	143	5.00
Total Contact Hours	1,800	60.00

*Students who have satisfactory test scores are not required to take these courses.