Associate in Applied Science
This program is being discontinued. Students currently enrolled need to complete it by the end of the Spring/Summer 2023 semester.
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This associate degree program prepares students for employment in an automotive-related technical position or as a certified automotive technician. Students will diagnose and repair malfunctions in:
- automobile engines
- suspensions and steering systems
- brakes
- electrical and electronic systems
- engine drivability issues
This program also offers opportunities to explore vehicle performance and to participate in the building of performance vehicles. The program prepares the student for the State of Michigan Mechanic certification tests as well as the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification exams.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
Career Outlook in Michigan
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2020-2021 Academic Requirements
This AAS degree program prepares students for employment in an automotive related technical position or as a certified automotive technician. Students will diagnose and repair malfunctions in automobile engines, suspensions and steering systems, brakes, electrical and electronic systems and engine drivability issues. This program also offers opportunities to explore vehicle performance, diesel, alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles and to participate in the building of performance vehicles. The program prepares the student for the State of Michigan Mechanic Certification tests as well as the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Exams.
- Division
- Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
- Department
- Transportation Technologies
- Advisors
- Allen Day
Michael Duff
Julie N. (Niki) Lee
are available online.)
First Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 130 | Automotive Maintenance | 4 | |
| ASV 131 | Automotive Electrical | 4 | |
| Elective(s) | Math | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Writing/Composition | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s): Select 2 credits from ABR 111, MEC 101, MTT 102, WAF 105 or WAF 109 | 2 | ||
| Total | 16 | ||
Second Semester
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 254 | Suspension and Steering | 2 | |
| ASV 255 | Brakes | 2 | |
| ASV 256 | Electrical and Electronic Systems | 4 | |
| ASV 258 | Engine Drivability | 2 | |
| Elective(s) | Arts and Humanities | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Writing/Composition or Communication | 3 | |
| Total | 16 | ||
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optional courses to meet MTA * | 0 | ||
| Elective(s) | Natural Sciences | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Social and Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Restricted Elective(s) to reach 60 credits: ABR 111, ABR 114, ASV 174, ASV 251, ASV 257, ASV 269, ASV 270, ASV 277, ASV 279, CST 185, MEC 101, MST 110, MTT 102, WAF 105, WAF 109 or WAF 125 | 8 | ||
| Total | 14 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 60
Footnotes
*Students may elect to take optional courses in Semester 5 to meet MTA. Please refer to the WCC MTA Transfer Agreement web page for more information: www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/mta.php