Basic Automotive Maintenance
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Attention: This program is offered through an educational partnership. Employment by the partnership organization is required for admission.
This award is not eligible for Financial Aid
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Basic Automotive Maintenance provides individuals with the technical knowledge and skills needed by automotive technicians specializing in the area of basic electrical and mechanical maintenance and repair. The curriculum within this certificate aligns with the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Automobile and Light Truck Certification Tests.
See program advisor for additional certificate offerings. An Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Automotive Service is also available.
Details
Field of Interest
Applied Technology
Degree Type
Certificate of Completion (CCL)
Academic Plan
Basic Automotive Maintenance (CER)
Academic Plan Code
5944N
Total credits required
12
Catalog Year
2024-2025
Effective Term
Fall 2023
Admission criteria
This program is offered through an educational partnership and Permission of Department or Division is required for admission.
Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You'll Learn
- Demonstrate safe personal and workplace habits according to industry standards.
- Comply with federal, state, and local regulations with respect to the handling, storage, recycling, and disposal of hazardous and toxic materials.
- Locate and interpret appropriate service information.
- Apply industry relevant strategies to properly diagnose the best solution to customer reported concerns in maintaining normal wear areas of automobiles.
- Apply industry relevant procedures to properly repair normal wear components in automotive systems.
- Apply industry relevant procedures to properly service normal wear components of automobiles.
- Prepare the vehicle for delivery to the customer according to industry standards.
- Use, maintain, and store automotive tools, equipment, and workspace according to professional standards.
- Practice industry accepted ethical behavior.
- Demonstrate industry standard professionalism that includes dress, attendance, communication, and customer service.
- Effectively communicate with diverse audiences orally, visually, and in writing.
- Demonstrate the ability to learn and adapt in an evolving technical environment.
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 12 | |
| ASE100 | Introduction to Automotive Service | 2 |
| ASE111 | Engine Diagnosis and Inspection | 2 |
| ASE141 | Steering, Suspension and Pre-Alignment | 2 |
| ASE151 | Introduction to Brake Systems | 2 |
| ASE161 | Basic Automotive Electrical/Electronics | 2 |
| ASE162 | Automotive Battery, Starting and Charging Systems | 2 |
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