Powertrain Development Technician (APPDT)
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Description
In this program, students will develop the knowledge and skills to perform in-car powertrain testing in unique testing environments. Jobs in this area require knowledge of automotive engine and electrical systems and experience with an automotive dynamometer. Students will learn about dynamometer setup and testing including the operation of complex analytical test equipment and test software.
Contact Information
- Division
- Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
- Department
- Automotive Services Department
- Advisors
- Allen Day
Julie N. (Niki) Lee
Requirements
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First Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 131 | Automotive Electrical | 4 | |
| ASV 132 | Automotive Engines | 4 | |
| MTT 102 | Machining for the Technologies | 2 | |
| WAF 105 | Introduction to Welding Processes | 2 | |
| Elective(s) | Writing/Composition | 3 | |
| Total | 15 | ||
Second Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 256 | Electrical and Electronic Systems | 4 | |
| MEC 120 | 3D-Printing: Machine, Process and Innovation | 4 | |
| WAF 106 | Welding Print Reading | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Natural Sciences | 3 | |
| Total | 14 | ||
Third Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 277 | Automotive Powertrain Systems | 4 | |
| ASV 279 | Automotive Dynamometer and Test | 4 | |
| WAF 200 | Layout Theory Welding | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Math | 3 | |
| Elective(s) to reach a minimum 60 credits | 1 | ||
| Total | 15 | ||
Fourth Semester
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 135 | Facility Operations | 3 | |
| MST 220 | Dynamometer Operations | 4 | |
| Elective(s) | Arts and Humanities | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Social and Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Elective(s) | Writing/Composition or Communication | 3 | |
| Total | 16 | ||
- 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 www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/mta.php for more information.