Academic Programs
Automotive Technician, Diploma
Locations: Jackson. | Links to: Printer friendly version Program video tour Faculty/Program webpage |
The Automotive Technician Program provides students with the skills needed to pursue a career in any area of automotive repair. Our program takes great pride in its professionalism. A dress code, attendance policy, and student conduct code are strictly enforced. Because the program is so intensive, class size is limited to ensure optimum training.
See information on required Automotive Tool List.
COURSE # | COURSE TITLE | CREDITS |
Fall - Year 1 | ||
Intro to Transportation | 2 | |
Electrical Fundamentals | 3 | |
AUTO 1126 | Steering/Suspension/Alignment | 3 |
AUTO 1131 | Brakes | 3 |
Engine Performance I | 2 | |
AUTO 1136 | Engine Technology & Lab | 4 |
Credits for Fall - Year 1 | 17 | |
Spring - Year 1 | ||
Air Conditioning | 3 | |
Automatic Transmissions | 3 | |
Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 3 | |
AUTO 2121 | Engine Performance II | 5 |
AUTO 2146 | Body Computer Controlled Elec. System | 4 |
Credits for Spring - Year 1 |
18 | |
TOTAL CREDITS | 35 |
Notes:
The Automotive Program at Minnesota West Community and Technical College is accredited by the ASE Education Foundation. The Automotive Technician Diploma meets all the requirements for the AST (Automotive Service Technology) standard prescribed by the ASE Education Foundation.
Updated: pp 05/25/2022