Automotive Technology (Master Certification), CC

(CAUT1)

Minimum Credits: 51.5
Contact Hours: 77.5

Kirtland’s Automotive Technology Master Certification program is designed to provide instruction in manipulative skills and technical knowledge required for employment as an automotive technician. This program is certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Graduates of this program will be prepared for the Michigan Bureau of Automotive Regulation Mechanic Certification and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Technician Certification tests. Graduates will demonstrate competence in all nine of the following areas: 1) engine repair, 2) automatic transmission and transaxle, 3) manual drivetrain, 4) suspension and steering, 5) brakes, 6) electrical/electronic systems, 7) heating and air conditioning, 8) gasoline engine performance and 9) diesel engine performance. Students wanting to continue in this program may pursue the Associate in Applied Science – Automotive Technology .

Automotive Course Requirements: 51.5 credits

Suggested sequencing of courses:

Year 1 (Fall) 12.5 credits

AUT 13000 Torque and Precision Measurement 2 cr.
AUT 16303 Automotive Fundamentals 2 cr.
AUT 16401 Basic Electricity 3 cr.
AUT 17704 Automotive Braking Systems Fundamentals 2 cr.
AUT 17800 Steering and Suspension Fundamentals 2 cr.
AUT 18000 Intro to Auto Service Management 1.5 cr.

Year 1 (Winter) 12 credits

Year 2 (Fall) 12 credits

Year 2 (Winter) 15 credits

AUT 26700 Diesel Engine Performance & Diagnostic 4 cr.
AUT 27000 Heating & Air Conditioning 3 cr.
AUT 27900 Manual Trans Drivelines/Rear Axles 4 cr.
AUT 28000 Capstone Lab 4 cr.

Note:

Students should seek additional information and/or advising from their academic advisor. For an appointment, please call (989) 275-5000, ext. 280.