Automotive Service Technology - AAS

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Program Code: AAS.15844

In addition to being trained to enter the automotive field as a technician or service writer, you will have a broader based education by completing the associate degree. You may also choose to continue your education by seeking a baccalaureate degree. Both certificate and associate degree are available. Both the certificate and associate degree options provide hybrid technology.

Fall First Year:

AUTO 101 - Engine Repair Level 1 Credits: 3
AUTO 102 - Automatic Transmission Level 1 Credits: 3
AUTO 103 - Manual Drive Trains and Axles Level 1 Credits: 2
AUTO 104 - Suspension and Steering Level 1 Credits: 3
AUTO 110 - MLR Internship Credits: 1
ENG 111 - College Composition I Credits: 3
ENG 111A ; ENG 111B ; ENG 111C ; or ENG 111H can be taken in place of ENG 111
MIT 118 - Safety Practices and Procedures Credits: 2

Total Semester Credits: 17

Winter First Year:

AUTO 105 - Brakes Level 1 Credits: 2
AUTO 106 - Electrical/Electronic Systems Level 1 Credits: 4
AUTO 107 - Heating and Air Conditioning Level 1 Credits: 2
AUTO 108 - Engine Performance Level 1 Credits: 3
AUTO 149 - MLR Capstone Credits: 1
LW 223W - Wellness in Technical Trades Credits: 2
MGT 110 - Business Mathematics Credits: 3

Total Semester Credits: 17

Fall Second Year:

AUTO 152 - Automatic Transmission Level 2 Credits: 1
AUTO 153 - Manual Drive Trains and Axles Level 2 Credits: 1
AUTO 154 - Suspension and Steering Level 2 Credits: 2
AUTO 155 - Brakes Level 2 Credits: 1
AUTO 160 - AST Internship Credits: 1
AUTO 202W - Automatic Transmission Level 3 Credits: 3
AUTO 203 - Manual Drive Trains and Axles Level 3 Credits: 1
AUTO 204 - Suspension and Steering Level 3 Credits: 1
AUTO 205 - Brakes Level 3 Credits: 1
ENG 113 - Technical Communication Credits: 3

Total Semester Credits: 15

Winter Second Year:

AUTO 151 - Engine Repair Level 2 Credits: 1
AUTO 156 - Electrical-Electronic Systems Level 2 Credits: 2
AUTO 157 - Heating and Air Conditioning Level 2 Credits: 1
AUTO 158 - Engine Performance Level 2 Credits: 2
AUTO 201W - Engine Repair Level 3 Credits: 1
AUTO 206 - Electrical-Electronic Systems Level 3 Credits: 1
AUTO 207 - Heating and Air Conditioning Level 3 Credits: 1
AUTO 208W - Engine Performance Level 3 Credits: 2
AUTO 249 - AUTO Capstone Credits: 1
POL 103W - American Politics Credits: 3
POL 105W , POL 212W , POL 215W , POL 220W , POL 221W , POL 223W , POL 225W , POL 228W , HIS 221W , HIS 222W , or HIS 237W can be taken in place of POL 103W

Total Semester Credits: 15

Total Credits: 64

Notations

A grade of “C” (2.0) or higher is required in all classes in Level 2 and Level 3. All classes in Level 2 (AUTO 151 , AUTO 152 , AUTO 153 , AUTO 154 , AUTO 155 , AUTO 156 , AUTO 157 , AUTO 158 , AUTO 160 ) and Level 3 (AUTO 201W , AUTO 202W , AUTO 203 , AUTO 204 , AUTO 205 , AUTO 206 , AUTO 207 , AUTO 208W , AUTO 249 ) are Key courses and must be completed within 5 years of completing degree. Failure to complete within the stated time frame will require you to repeat this course. See Graduation Requirements .
Before enrolling in an Automotive Service Skills Internship, the student must have a current State of Michigan Motor Vehicle Training Permit; Motor Vehicle Mechanic Certifications in all areas; or a combination of both that would cover all areas. The student must consult with the automotive faculty before starting their internships. The student will be responsible for obtaining the place of employment for the internships which must be acceptable by Delta College. Two internships are required for an associate degree and the certificate.
Any college level Composition II course with a minimum grade of “C” may be substituted for ENG 113 . MTH 118W with a minimum grade of “C” may be substituted for MGT 110 . See a counselor or advisor in D-102.
For those students who are planning to transfer to a four-year college and/or university, we recommend that you visit the website of the school to which you may transfer for appropriate information about their requirements and the Delta College courses that will transfer to that institution. Visit the Delta College Articulation website for information on agreements with other 4-year colleges and universities to transition from Delta College associate degree programs to a baccalaureate program. Other options include 3 + 1 programs, online programs, and international programs.
AUTO 216 and AUTO 226 are electives that can be taken but are not required .