Automotive Technology - General Option

Automotive Technology - General Option Associate of Applied Science Degree, 60 credits

Program Code: 10-602-3

For more information: www.wctc.edu/auto-general

This program addresses the growing need for highly professional, competent technicians to work in automotive dealerships. Learn on the latest automotive vehicles, components, educational materials and state-of-the-art equipment available. Develop knowledge on engines, fuel management, electronics, transmissions/transaxles, brakes and air conditioning, and get an introduction to hybrids and diesel technology.

Build your degree along a career pathway.  Start with a couple of courses or an entry-level credential to enter the job market in your area of interest, then continue with higher credentials on your educational path for job advancement and higher wages.

Related Certificates than can be earned along the way. 

• Automotive Basics Technical Certificate
• Automotive Leaders Technical Certificate

1. Demonstrate professionalism appropriate for the auto service industry.
2. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive internal combustion engines.
3. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive automatic transmission/transaxle systems.
4. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive manual drive train and axles systems.
5. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive steering and suspension systems.
6. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive brake systems.
7. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive electrical & electronic systems.
8. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive heating and air conditioning systems.
9. Perform diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive engine performance systems.