Automotive Systems Technology
Associate Degree
Associate Degree
The same course hours may be counted only once to fulfill degree requirements. Course and credit requirements are shown below.
General Education
15 creditsEnglish
3 creditsChoose one of the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-110 | Freshman Composition | 3 |
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
Communication
3 creditsChoose one of the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COM-231 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| ENG-112 | Writing/Research in the Disc | 3 |
| ENG-113 | Literature-Based Research | 3 |
| ENG-114 | Prof Research & Reporting | 3 |
| ENG-115 | Oral Communication | 3 |
Mathematics
3 creditsChoose one of the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT-110 | Math Measurement & Literacy | 3 |
| MAT-143 | Quantitative Literacy | 3 |
| MAT-171 | Precalculus Algebra | 4 |
Social/Behavioral Sciences
3 creditsChoose one of the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GEO-110 | Introduction to Geography | 3 |
| GEO-111 | World Regional Geography | 3 |
| HIS-121 | Western Civilization I | 3 |
| HIS-131 | American History I | 3 |
| HIS-132 | American History II | 3 |
| HIS-221 | African-American History | 3 |
| POL-120 | American Government | 3 |
| PSY-118 | Interpersonal Psychology | 3 |
| PSY-150 | General Psychology | 3 |
| PSY-243 | Child Psychology | 3 |
| SOC-210 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| SOC-213 | Sociology of the Family | 3 |
| SOC-220 | Social Problems | 3 |
Humanities/Fine Arts
3 creditsChoose one of the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ART-111 | Art Appreciation | 3 |
| HUM-110 | Technology and Society | 3 |
| HUM-115 | Critical Thinking | 3 |
| HUM-120 | Cultural Studies | 3 |
| HUM-121 | The Nature of America | 3 |
| HUM-122 | Southern Culture | 3 |
| HUM-160 | Introduction to Film | 3 |
| HUM-211 | Humanities I | 3 |
| MUS-110 | Music Appreciation | 3 |
| REL-110 | World Religions | 3 |
| REL-211 | Intro to Old Testament | 3 |
| REL-212 | Intro to New Testament | 3 |
Major Requirements
24 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AUT-116 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| AUT-141 | Suspension & Steering Sys | 3 |
| AUT-151 | Brake Systems | 3 |
| AUT-181 | Engine Performance 1 | 3 |
| TRN-111 | Chassis Maint/Light Repair | 4 |
| TRN-120 | Basic Transp Electricity | 5 |
| TRN-145 | Adv Transp Electronics | 3 |
Other Requirements
25 creditsSelect 25 credit hours from the following:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-115 | Success & Study Skills | 1 |
| ACA-122 | College Transfer Success | 1 |
| AUT-221 | Auto Transm/Transaxles | 3 |
| BPR-111 | Print Reading | 2 |
| BUS-110 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| BUS-137 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| BUS-152 | Human Relations | 3 |
| CIS-110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| CIS-111 | Basic PC Literacy | 2 |
| CIS-115 | Intro to Prog & Logic | 3 |
| ELC-112 | DC/AC Electricity | 5 |
| ELC-117 | Motors and Controls | 4 |
| HYD-110 | Hydraulics/Pneumatics I | 3 |
| ISC-112 | Industrial Safety | 2 |
| MEC-110 | Intro to CAD/CAM | 2 |
| MEC-111 | Machine Processes I | 3 |
| TRN-110 | Intro to Transport Tech | 2 |
| TRN-112 | Powertrain Maint/Light Repair | 4 |
| TRN-140 | Transp Climate Control | 2 |
| TRN-170 | PC Skills for Transp | 2 |
| WBL-111 | Work-Based Learning I | 1 |
| WBL-112 | Work-Based Learning I | 2 |
| WBL-113 | Work-Based Learning I | 3 |
| WLD-110 | Cutting Processes | 2 |
| WLD-112 | Basic Welding Processes | 2 |
| WLD-115 | SMAW (Stick) Plate | 5 |
| WLD-121 | GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate | 4 |
| WLD-131 | GTAW (TIG) Plate | 4 |
| WLD-141 | Symbols & Specifications | 3 |
| WLD-151 | Fabrication I | 4 |
Total Credits Required: 65
Fall 1
17 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ACA-115 | Success & Study Skills | 1 |
| CIS-110 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Humanities/Fine Arts Elective | 3 |
| TRN-110 | Intro to Transport Tech | 2 |
| TRN-111 | Chassis Maint/Light Repair | 4 |
| TRN-112 | Powertrain/Light Repair | 4 |
Spring 1
17 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AUT-116 | Engine Repair | 3 |
| AUT-141 | Suspension and Steering Systems | 3 |
| AUT-151 | Brake Systems | 3 |
| AUT-181 | Engine Performance I | 3 |
| TRN-120 | Basic Transport Electricity | 5 |
Summer 1
3 credits| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG-111 | Writing and Inquiry | 3 |
Career Outcomes
Graduates of Automotive Systems Technology can pursue these careers:
Median Salary
$48,200/yr
$36,600
$63,170
+10.9%
Projected Outlook
2,700
Annual Job Openings
26,510
Currently Employed
Median Salary
$50,520/yr
$44,720
$62,990
+11.2%
Projected Outlook
620
Annual Job Openings
5,180
Currently Employed
Data sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Projections Central, and O*NET.