Comprehensive Major

Thirty-six ( 36) semester credits required for a major in Automotive Technology must include course work in each of the following:

1. Automotive transmission and transaxle;

2. Brakes;

3. Electrical and electronic systems;

4. Engine performance;

5. Engine repair;

6. Heating and air conditioning;

7. Manual drive train and axles; and

8. Suspension and steering.

Comprehensive Minor

Twenty-four ( 24) semester credits required for a minor in Automotive Technology must include course work in each of the following areas:

1. Brakes;

2. Electrical and electronic systems;

3. Engine performance; and

4. Suspension and steering.

Note:   In addition to the required coursework required, if you are not already certified, you must become certified by the National Institute for Automotive Excellence within 3 years from the date of issuance of the Automotive Service Technology endorsement as:

1. A master automobile technician; or

2. An automobile technician in the following areas:

1. Brakes;

2. Electrical and electronic systems;

3. Engine performance; and

4. Suspension and steering.