The Automotive Technology Program offers classroom and laboratory experience, which includes all aspects of diagnostics, repair, and maintenance. Laboratory work on vehicles from a variety of manufacturers gives students a well-rounded knowledge of the industry. Students become familiar with computerized technical manuals and multiple diagnostic hand and power tools used every day by professional line technicians. Training includes the application of diagnostics, parts inspection and repair or replacement of failed components. Instruction and practical application are provided in all eight areas of Automobile Service Excellence (ASE). Clovis Community College’s Automotive Technology Department has met the strict industry standards required for ASE Master Certification. This is the highest level of achievement recognized by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Although many educational institutions strive for it, only a small percentage achieves this level of certification.

Training in Automotive Technology can lead to employment in dealerships, independent shops and self-employment. An Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology can be applied toward a bachelor’s degree, which could lead to employment with an automotive manufacturer.

Students will be required to provide their own tools and uniforms as specified in the list of tools in the Automotive Technology Student Handbook. Completion of AT 100 Introduction to Automotive Electronics with a “C” or better is required before admission to the Automotive Technology Program.

 

General Education Requirements (13-14 credits)

BOFT 130* Business English I or

ENG 102* English Composition.......................................................... 3

COMM 101 Interpersonal Communication or

COMM 102 Public Speaking.............................................................. 3

HPE Physical Education Activity.......................................................... 1

BOFT 241* Business Mathematics or

MATH 107* Intermediate Algebra.................................................. 3-4

Social/Behavioral Science ELECTIVE.................................................. 3

     Choose an elective from Area IV on the New Mexico Lower Division
General Education Core (see pages 46-47 of the CCC Catalog.)

Related Requirements (9 credits)

BOFT 115 Employment Strategies..................................................... 3

CIS 120* Introduction to Applications Software.................................. 4

HPE 220 First Aid & CPR................................................................... 2

Program Requirements (55 credits)

AT 100 Introduction to Automotive Electronics.................................... 4

AT 111* Engine Repair Theory......................................................... 3

AT 111L* Engine Repair Lab............................................................. 2

AT 112* Automatic Transmissions and Transaxle Theory.................... 3

AT 112L* Automatic Transmissions and Transaxle Lab....................... 3

AT 113* Manual Transmissions Theory............................................. 2

AT 113L* Manual Transmissions Lab................................................. 1

AT 114* Suspension and Steering Theory......................................... 3

AT 114L* Suspension and Steering Lab............................................. 2

AT 115* Brake Systems Theory........................................................ 3

AT 115L* Brake Systems Lab........................................................... 2

AT 120* Arc Welding for Automotive Technology............................... 2

AT 121* Engine Repair Diagnostics................................................... 2

AT 122* Electronic Transmission Diagnostics..................................... 1

AT 124* Fundamentals of Electronic Steering Systems....................... 2

AT 125* Fundamentals of Antilock Brake Systems.............................. 2

AT 208* Engine Performance Theory I.............................................. 3

AT 208L* Engine Performance Lab I.................................................. 2

AT 216* Automotive Electronics Theory............................................. 3

AT 216L* Automotive Electronics Lab................................................ 2

AT 217* Automotive HVAC Theory.................................................... 2

AT 217L* Automotive HVAC Lab....................................................... 1

AT 218* Engine Performance Theory II............................................. 3

AT 218L* Engine Performance Lab II................................................. 2

Total credits required for an Associate of Applied Science in

     Automotive Technology.................................................. 77-78

*Courses require prerequisites.