Degrees and Certificates

Automotive Management - Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

The Automotive Management Associate of Applied Science prepares students to be an automotive technician and manager. Coursework includes technical skills in computer applications, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and network systems. Communication skills are also highly emphasized.

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Automotive Management - Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

Automotive Technology in Electronics and Diagnostics - Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

The Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology in Electronics and Diagnostics prepares students to enter the field of electric and hybrid vehicle service. Coursework includes technical skills in computer applications, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic and network systems. Students will learn theory as well as application and will use the latest equipment to diagnose and repair alternative fuel vehicles.

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Automotive Technology in Electronics and Diagnostics - Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair-​ One Year Certificate of Completion (CC1)

The Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Certificate prepares students work in the Automotive Service Industry. Coursework includes technical skills in steering, suspension, brakes, air conditioning, electrical and electronic controls. Communication skills are also highly emphasized. 

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Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair-​ One Year Certificate of Completion (CC1)

Master Automotive Technician - Two-Year Certificate of Completion (CC2)

The Master Automotive Technician Two-Year Certificate of Completion prepares students to enter the transportation industry as an automotive technician. Coursework includes technical skills in computer applications, electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, and network systems. Communication skills are also highly emphasized. The program is designed so that students will be able to complete in approximately 12 to 15 months and earn up to seven career pathway certificates during the course of the program. Accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, an arm of industry-certifying Automotive Service Excellence

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Master Automotive Technician - Two-Year Certificate of Completion (CC2)

Automotive Basic Skills with Basic Engine Performance - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Basic Skills with Basic Engine Performance Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed to capture a range of skills that are required for the automotive industry, including basic internal combustion engines and theory, basic direct current electrical and schematic understanding, and vehicle inspection. The certificate also introduces the operation, diagnosis, and repair of the carburetor system and the points ignition system. The largest portion addresses shop and vehicle safety.

As with all engine performance related subjects, fuel delivery in carburetors affects air quality. This class introduces the skill of reducing hydrocarbon and carbon dioxide emissions.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Automotive Basic Skills with Basic Engine Performance - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Basic Skills with Welding - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Basic Skills with Welding Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is designed to provide a range of skills required for the automotive industry, including basic internal combustion engines and theory, basic direct current electrical and schematic understanding, and vehicle inspection. The largest portion addresses shop and vehicle safety.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Automotive Basic Skills with Welding - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Clean Energy Diesel Technician (Advanced) - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Clean Energy Diesel Technician (Advanced) Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems on the latest light duty diesel systems. Students identify powertrain malfunctions using the latest computer diagnostic equipment. The certificate also trains students on the operational principles and theory of hydraulically actuated electronically controlled unit injection systems, electronic unit injection systems, and common rail systems.

This certificate applies toward Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems and (A9) Diesel Engine Performance.

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Automotive Clean Energy Diesel Technician (Advanced) - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 1 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level I Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from power train malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment. Students will be well prepared to work with multiple vehicle platforms to reprogram vehicle computer systems for safety and vehicle function. Students will become competent working with logic circuits and controller area network.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems and (A8) Automotive Engine Performance.

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Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 1 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 2 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 2 Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from power train malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment. The certificate also trains students in testing volumetric efficiency performance as it relates to program modification, dynamo meter operation and safety, and reprogramming for performance.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems, (A8) Automotive Engine Performance, and the (L1) Advanced Engine Performance Specialist.

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Automotive Controller Systems Technician Level 2 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Drive Train Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Drive Train Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion prepares students on all elements of manual and automatic transmissions as well as basic hydraulic and electrical principles. This certificate also prepares students to work with vehicle drivelines, transaxles, clutches, differentials, and transmissions.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A2) Automotive Automatic Transmission, (A3) Automotive Manual Drive Trains and Axles, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Automotive Drive Train Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Electrical Technician (Basic) - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Electrical Technician (Basic) Career Pathway Certificate of Completion prepares students in the electrical technician coursework and establishes skills in charging systems, starting systems, voltage drops, electrical troubleshooting, lighting, gauges, accessories, battery load testing, and repairs.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Automotive Electrical Technician (Basic) - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Electrical Technician (Advanced) - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Electrical Technician (Advanced) Career Pathway Certificate of Completion prepares students in the electrical technician coursework and establishing skills in voltage drops, electrical troubleshooting, vehicle ignition systems, logic controls, air bag systems, controller area network, and cruise control.

The certificate prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems, (A8) Engine Performance, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Automotive Electrical Technician (Advanced) - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Engine Performance Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Engine Performance Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter in a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from powertrain malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems, (A8) Automotive Engine Performance, and (L1) Advanced Engine Performance Specialist.

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Automotive Engine Performance Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Engine Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Engine Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion preparation covers the automotive engine rebuilding process. Students all study diesel engine systems.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A1) Automotive Engine Repair, (A9) Light Vehicle Diesel Engines, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Automotive Engine Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Career Pathway Certificate of Completion gives students a hands-on opportunity to learn about automotive air conditioning and heating systems, the Environmental Protection Agency's recovery requirements for refrigerant systems, and general diagnosis and service.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A7) Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning, (A6) Electrical/Electronic Systems, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Technician - Level 1 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles Technician Level 1 Career Pathway Certificate of Completion trains students to be the key troubleshooter of a vehicle’s drivability problems. Students learn to identify everything from power-train malfunctions to ignition failures using state-of-the-art computer diagnostic equipment. Students will also diagnose systems on vehicles with electric drive systems.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems and (L3) Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist.

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Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Technician - Level 1 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Technician - Level 2 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles Technician Level 2 Career Pathway Certificate of Completion is a continuation of the Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles Technician Level 1 Career Pathway Certificate. Students will analyze and repair electric drive vehicles as it applies to the state-of-health and predictive maintenance on vehicles with electric drive systems. Students spend significant time analyzing vehicles with electric drive systems. Emphasis will be placed on high voltage battery systems and inverter diagnosis.

The certificate prepares students for the Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A6) Automotive Electrical/Electronic Systems and (L3) Light Duty Hybrid/Electric Vehicle Specialist.

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Automotive Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) Technician - Level 2 - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

Undercar Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)

The Automotive Undercar Technician Career Pathway Certificate of Completion gives students an in-depth understanding of brakes, suspension, driveline, and electrical. It prepares students for a job in suspension and breaks as a technician or manager.

The certificate prepares students for Automotive Service Excellence certification in (A5) Automotive Brakes, (A4) Automotive Steering and Suspension, and (G1) Maintenance and Light Repair.

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Undercar Technician - Career Pathway Certificate of Completion (CPCC)