PURPOSE
This curriculum is designed to prepare individuals for employment in the automotive repair industry as an apprentice-level technician. Students will be trained in automotive diagnostic and repair procedures consistent with current industry trends.
OCCUPATIONAL OBJECTIVES
Students who complete the Automotive Technology Certificate will be prepared to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams for the areas of study completed. This Certificate, along with ASE Credentials, can provide opportunities to become an automotive repair technician, service writer/advisor, and parts specialist. The industry credentials earned through this certificate are nationally recognized.
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Represent culture of a professional, ethical, and effective team member in an automotive service facility
- Perform Multipoint Vehicle Inspections to identify maintenance recommendations and safety-related repairs
- Identify failures and perform necessary corrective actions related to the chassis
- Demonstrate safety awareness and practices regarding automotive tools, shop procedures and vehicle handling
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the general college admission requirements, pre-admission program requirements include:
- Valid driver’s license
- Clean driving record
- Completion of, or concurrent enrollment in, SDV 101 *
- Ability to fulfill hiring requirements at a service and repair facility
- Meet with Chair of the Automotive Department before registering for first semester
The General Automotive program is a semi-selective entry process. Students currently working in the field of automotive repair will have priority seating.
*Interested students can self-enroll in SDV 101 - Orientation to Business Careers prior to joining the program. This course is required and also satisfies Reynolds’ SDV 100 requirement.
PROGRAM NOTES
The General Automotive Program provides theory and practice on modern vehicles, but does not specialize in any specific brand. Completion of this certificate provides entry into the General Automotive Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree pathway. An internship component will be required to complete this certificate.
This program is accredited through the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation and all instructors are ASE Certified Master Technicians with advanced-level certifications.
COMPUTER COMPETENCY REQUIREMENT
Students in this program will meet the college’s computer competency requirement by successfully completing SDV 101 .
