Automotive Service Technology*, Certificate
Program Overview
The Automotive Service Technology program prepares students to become career-ready automotive technicians in the automotive service industry. Learning opportunities in this program enable students to develop technical and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement in automotive service positions. This program's content is delivered with traditional classroom instruction, hands-on instruction reinforced with high-tech computerized learning systems using specialized trainers, simulators, and lab work using our late-model fleet of vehicles and components. 天涯海角社区 Automotive Service Technology program has a Master accreditation by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation to meet the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) standards of quality.
This program is eligible for SF's Money-back Guarantee program.
Students must:
- Have a valid driver鈥檚 license.
- Be at least 16 years of age.
- High School Dual Enrollment Students are welcome
- No high school completion required.
- Be accepted to the college and have completed the entire admissions process which includes completion of the Program Application through the Automotive Service Technology New Student Portal. (this could use some help)
- Have Automotive Service Technology Certificate (code 7603) as their Primary Program.
Contact the Program Advisor for assistance with admission and registration.
Total estimated cost (based on instate tuition, lab fees and book costs) $5,557
Scholarships
By completing a Foundation Scholarship application, you will have access to 200 scholarships, including the Charles Blount Automotive Scholarship which is one that specifically supports automotive students. Please visit the Scholarships webpage for more information and how to apply.
Financial Aid
There are many options to finance your education. You may be eligible for Federal Grants, Work Study, State Grants, Federal Loans, and Institutional Scholarships. Please visit the Financial Aid page for more information and how to apply.
Please be aware that students without a diploma/GED may not be eligible for Federal Financial Aid.
Veterans Benefits
SF College is a Military Friendly school. Veterans can receive assistance with their benefits at the Office for Veterans and Military Affairs.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLO)
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PLO1: 鈥侾roficiently explain and apply required shop and personal safety tasks relating to the automotive industry.
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PLO2:鈥侲xplain and apply required tasks associated with the proper use and handling of tools and equipment relating to the automotive industry.
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PLO3:鈥侱emonstrate proficiency in preparing vehicle for routine pre/post maintenance and customer services.
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PLO4:鈥侲xplain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of engines, cylinder heads, valve train, engine block, lubrication and cooling systems.
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PLO5: Explain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service, repair and overhaul of automatic transmissions/transaxles.
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PLO6:鈥侲xplain and apply proficiently the operation, assembly, diagnosis, service and repair of manual drivetrains, clutches, transmissions/transaxles, drive and half-shaft universals, constant velocity joints, rear axle differential assembly, limited slip, four-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
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PLO7:鈥侲xplain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of front and rear suspensions systems, wheel alignment, and wheels and tires.
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PLO8:鈥侲xplain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of drum\disc brake, hydraulics, power assist units, electronic brakes, traction control, stability control systems and miscellaneous (wheel bearings, parking brake, electrical, etc.) systems.
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PLO9:鈥侲xplain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of electrical/electronic system components, battery, starting, charging, lighting, gauges, warning devices, driver information, horn, wiper/washer and accessory systems.
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PLO10:鈥侲xplain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of heating and air conditioning, refrigeration, compressors, compressor clutches, evaporators, receiver driers, accumulators, condensers, heating and engine cooling, related control systems, refrigerant recovery, and recycling and handling.
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PLO11:鈥侲xplain and apply proficiently the diagnosis, service and repair of engines, ignition, fuel, air induction, exhaust, computer engine and emission control systems.
Assessments
- AER0010 - Develop proper safety procedures and basic tool usage. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0012C -AER0022 Display proper repair procedures and tool usage. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0450 -AER0452 Display understanding of related components, operation, specialized tools and repair procedures in the field of automotive air conditioning. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0590, AER0591 - Develop skills to utilize specialized tools as well as diagnostic and repair procedures. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0691C - Develop skills in electrical, electronic systems as well as specialized tools, diagnosis, and repair of those components and systems. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0190C - Develop skills to remove and replace, rebuild, repair and diagnose engines. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0299 - Develop skills to understand proper automatic transmission operation, removal, replacement, repair and diagnosis. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0390, AER0391 - Develop skills to understand proper manual transmission operation, removal, replacement, repair and diagnosis. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0759 - Develop skills to understand operation, use specialized tools, diagnose systems and perform repairs. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
- AER0892C,AER0893C - Develop skills to understand proper engine operation, use specialized tools, diagnose systems and perform repairs. Written and performance-based testing verify student competencies. ASE or other Professional Certification recommended.
Courses
- AER0010 Automotive Fundamentals
- AER0021C & AER 0022 Basic Automotive Service
- AER0450 & AER0452 Steering and Suspension
- AER0590 & AER 0591 Brake Systems
- AER0691C Electrical/Electronics
- AER0190C Automotive Engines
- AER 0299 Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
- AER0390 & AER0391 Manual Transmissions and Drivetrains
- AER0759 Air Conditioning
- AER0892C & AER0893C Engine Performance
Total 1800 contact hours.
1st Term 鈥� Fall
- AER0014C AUTOMOTIVE FUNDAMENTALS (300 Contact hours)
- AER0311C ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS 1 (60 Contact hours)
2nd Term 鈥� Spring
- AER0312C ELECTRICAL/ELECTRONICS 2 ( 240 Contact hours)
- AER0411C BRAKES 1 (120 Contact hours)
3rd Term 鈥� Summer
- AER0412C BRAKES 2 ( 30 Contact hours)
- AER0453C STEERING & SUSPENSION (150 Contact hours)
4th Term 鈥� Fall
- AER0110C ENGINES ( 150 Contact hours)
- AER0172C AUTO HEATING & A/C (150 Contact hours)
- AER0392C MANUAL DRIVETRAINS 1 (60 Contact hours)
5th Term 鈥� Spring
- AER0393C MANUAL DRIVETRAINS 2 (90 Contact hours)
- AER0257C AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS & TRANSAXLES ( 150 Contact hours)
- AER0832C ENGINE PERFORMANCE 1 (120 Contact hours)
6th Term 鈥� Summer
- AER0833C ENGINE PERFORMANCE II (180 Contact hours)
Section 1. Essential Observational Requirements for Automotive Certificate Students.
The Automotive student must consistently demonstrate the ability to:
- Observe laboratory demonstrations in which vehicles with technical and mechanical problems are diagnosed and repaired.
- Describe the condition of a vehicle verbally and in writing.
- Use diagnostic equipment effectively by correctly placing sensors on the appropriate wiring and instruments of a vehicle.
- Read and comprehend text, numbers, and graphs displayed in print and on a video monitor or screen.
Section 2. Essential Movement Requirements for Automotive Certificate Students.
The Automotive student must consistently demonstrate the ability to:
- Be in the automotive classroom as well as the service lab at the designated times as described in the course syllabus for educational experiences.
- Work in confined spaces.
- Move safely around the classroom and automotive service lab.
- Reach various areas within a vehicle including getting into tight, hard to reach places for moderate periods of time.
- Perform moderately taxing continuous physical work, often requiring prolonged standing over several hours.
- Demonstrate sufficient strength, balance, and mobility in order to frequently handle dirty and greasy parts, such as removing the head of a V-8 or straight 6 cylinder engine or removing large wheels.
- Must be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
- Tolerate contact with various petroleum products and other moderately hazardous materials.
- Demonstrate proper use and control of power tools as well as diagnostic equipment.
- Use an electronic keyboard (e.g. 101 -key IBM computer keyboard) to operate lab equipment and to calculate, record, evaluate, and transmit automotive information.
- Operate vehicles safely.
Section 3. Essential Communication Requirements for Automotive Certificate Students.
The Automotive student must consistently demonstrate the ability to:
- Read and comprehend technical and professional materials, e.g. textbooks, schematics, handbooks, procedures and instruction manuals.
- Comprehend verbal communications, including lectures, discussions, and conversations with automotive professionals and clients.
- Follow verbal and written instructions in order to correctly and independently perform shop duties.
- Effectively communicate with vehicle owners about problems and repairs.
- Independently prepare papers and homework, and take paper, computer, and laboratory practical examinations.
- Be proficient in logging into college computers and applications.
- Be organized and know logins and passwords for the length of the program
Section 4. Essential Cognitive Requirements for the Automotive Certificate Program.
The Automotive student must:
- Independently possess the following cognitive and problem-solving skills: comprehension, measurement, mathematical calculation, reasoning, integration, analysis, self-expression, and patience.
- Be able to use a diagnostic approach to thoroughly examine vehicles and equipment to determine not only any current problems but also to find any worn parts that may cause the problems in the future.
- Be able to use a diagnostic approach to thoroughly examine vehicles to determine not only any current problems but also to find any worn parts that may cause the vehicle and driver problems in the future.
Section 5. Essential Behavioral Requirements for the Automotive Certificate Program.
The Automotive student must consistently demonstrate the ability to:
- Manage the use of time and organize work to complete multiple tasks and responsibilities within realistic constraints.
- Hold and maintain a driver鈥檚 license.
- Independently exercise appropriate judgment and apply cognitive skills in the classroom, automotive lab, and automotive service settings.
- Provide professional and technical services while experiencing the stresses of task-related uncertainty, e.g. impatient customers, the occasional cut and bruise, emergent demands like a high level of 鈥渨alk-ins,鈥� and a distracting environment that has a high noise levels and hot and drafty conditions.
- Be flexible and creative and adapt to professional and technical change.
- Recognize potentially hazardous materials, equipment, and work safely to minimize risk of injury to customers, self and nearby individuals.
- Adapt to working with unpleasant substances, e.g. old coolant, gas, transmission fluid, grease etc.
- Foster a team approach by supporting and promoting the activities of fellow students and automotive professionals in learning, task completion, problem solving, and customer service.
- Admit when an error has been made, when uncertain about a diagnostic result, or when unsure about the appropriate response in professional situations.
- Critically evaluate his or her own performance, accept constructive feedback, and seek ways for improvement, e.g. participate in enriching educational activities.
- Evaluate the performance of fellow students, faculty, advisors, and the program as well as tactfully offer constructive feedback.
- Adhere to all course policies and procedures as outlined in the course syllabus.
- Adhere to all college policies and procedures as outlined in the student handbook.