Automotive Service Technology - Undercar Specialist - Advanced Certificate

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Program Code: CTA.35847

Successfully completing the Automotive Service Technology - Undercar Specialist - Advanced Certificate provides the skills and training for an entry level career as a service technician with an emphasis on the following undercar automotive systems; automatic transmission, manual drive trains and axles, suspension and steering, and brakes. Students who continue and complete the Associate Degree in Automotive Service Technology will have a broader based education.

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

Total Semester Credits: 12

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
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Total Semester Credits: 12

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
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Total Credits: 36

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A grade of “C” (2.0) or higher is required for all classes in Level 2 (, , , , , and ) and Level 3 (, , , and ).
All classes in Level 2 (, , , and ) and Level 3 (, , , and ) are Key courses and must be completed within 5 years of completing the certificate. Failure to complete within the stated time frame will require you to repeat the course.
Students must contact the Automotive Service Program Coordinator for permission to register for the Level 2 AUTO courses. You can reach the coordinator at 989-686-9351 or send an email to btec@delta.edu.
The Automotive Service Skills Internships require 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 program coordinator for Automotive Service Technology before starting their internship. The student will be responsible for obtaining the place of employment for the internship which must be acceptable by Delta College. Two internships are required for the Undercar Specialist - Advanced Certificate.
and are electives that can be taken but are not required.