Automotive Technology 64 Credit* Associate Degree
Program Description
The Automotive Technology Associate Degree program provides entry-level skills necessary to enter into and excel in the automotive service and repair industry. Automotive theories are built upon by extensive hands-on training in an active shop environment. The automotive industry has a high demand for qualified technicians who complete automotive training programs. Learners may build upon their education and experience to find employment in managerial and supervisory roles as well. Many technicians with advanced skills eventually find employment with manufacturers of new vehicles or their suppliers, or related businesses within the transportation industry.
Accreditation Information: The Automotive Technology Associate Degree program is accredited as a Master Automobile Service Technician (MAST) program. The highest obtainable automotive program level by the National Automotive Technician's Education Foundation (NATEF).
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Availability
Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.
* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.
Outcomes
Graduates will be able to…
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive hybrid drivetrains
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive engine performance systems
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive heating and air conditioning systems
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive electrical/electronic systems
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive brake systems
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive steering and suspension steering systems
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive manual drive train and axles systems
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive automatic transmission/transaxle systems
- Perform diagnosis, service and repair of automotive internal combustion engines
- Demonstrate professionalism appropriate for the auto service industry
Careers
Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:
- Fleet Technician (Commercial)
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certified Master Technician
- Specialty Technician
- Automotive Technician
Courses
The Automotive Technology Associate Degree is a 64 Credit* program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.
* College 101 (10-890-165) is not part of the program credit requirements but is a College Requirement for graduation that must be passed with a “C” or better. This requirement is effective for students beginning the program in Spring 2021 and beyond.
Credit for Prior Learning Available
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The Automotive Technology Associate Degree program is accredited as a Master Automobile Service Technician (MAST) program. The highest obtainable automotive program level by the National Automotive Technician’s Education Foundation (NATEF).
Transfer Information
You can continue your education to earn a four-year degree in a variety of ways.
Program Transfer
The following transfer guides, executed in partnership with post-secondary institutions, are based on agreements that allow you to continue your program at another college.
| School Name | Degree Name |
|---|---|
| Ferris State University | Automotive Management |
| Minnesota State University - Moorhead | B.S. in Operations Management |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology | Automotive Technology Management |
| Siena Heights University | Bachelor of Applied Science |
| Southern Illinois University | B.S. in Automotive Technology |
| UW Platteville | Industrial Technology Management |
General Transfer
All associate degrees transfer to a variety of programs at other partner colleges to give you the opportunity to continue your education in other areas of study.
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Explore NTC’s Automotive Lab and get an idea of what it’s like to be a student in the Automotive Technology program.
Driver’s Record
Maintaining a valid and clean driving record is important for your success in this industry.
Licensure/Certification Information
NTC's Automotive Technology Associate Degree is designed to meet the State of Wisconsin's certification criteria. However, NTC has not made a determination whether this program meets certification requirements in states other than Wisconsin. Students who may be seeking professional certification elsewhere in states other than Wisconsin should contact the appropriate licensing board in that state to verify that the NTC program meets certification requirements.
Admissions Process
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