Certificate
This certificate program prepares students for employment 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 vehicles, 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.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
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2023-2024 Academic Requirements
This program prepares students for employment 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 vehicles, 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.
This is a high demand, high skill and high wage program, as defined by the Michigan Community College Network.
Eastern Michigan University, several BS degrees.
Copies can be obtained from the Counseling Office, a program advisor, or from the Curriculum and Assessment Office Web site: https://www.wccnet.edu/learn/transfer-wcc-credits/articulation-agreements.php .
- Division
- Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
- Department
- Transportation Technologies
- Advisors
Major/Area Requirements
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASV 130 | Automotive Maintenance | 4 | |
| ASV 131 | Automotive Electrical | 4 | |
| ASV 132 | Automotive Engines | 4 | |
| ASV 133 | Automotive Fuel Systems | 4 | |
| ASV 134 | Automotive Transmissions | 4 | |
| ASV 254 | Suspension and Steering | 2 | |
| ASV 255 | Brakes | 2 | |
| ASV 256 | Electrical and Electronic Systems | 4 | |
| Elective | Restricted Elective(s): ABR 111, ABR 114, ASV 135, ASV 174, ASV 257, ASV 266, ASV 274, ASV 277, ASV 279, CSS 200, CSS 205, CSS 285, CST 185, MST 110 | 2 | |
| Total | 30 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 30