Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
(Level 1 Certificate)
(Block Scheduling available on Cedar Valley Campus)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.AUMT.CHASSIS.19
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
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AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
AUMT 1310 | Automotive Brake Systems | 3 |
AUMT 1316 | Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems | 3 |
+Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician OR | 3 |
AUMT 2328 | Automotive Service | (3) |
Semester Total | 15 |
Minimum Hours Required | 15 |
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+Elective - a minimum of 3 credit hours of cooperative work experience must be selected from the following:
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1380 | Cooperative Education - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
AUMT 2380 | Cooperative Education - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
NOTE: Some students enrolling in this program may plan to transfer to four-year institutions. They should consult with an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and to identify how courses will transfer to the four-year institution of their choice.
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
(Associate of Applied Science Degree)
(Block Scheduling available on Cedar Valley Campus)
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: AAS.AT.DEALERSHIP
This specialized program is designed to prepare students for entry level employment as Automotive technicians in specific manufacturer's dealership service organizations. Students entering this program must be sponsored by participating dealerships approved by the College. Emphasis is placed upon the development of the necessary skills and knowledge required to function in Automotive dealerships repairing and maintaining late model Automobiles with electronic systems. This program includes operational theory, practical skills, and accepted shop procedures reinforced by intensive practice during cooperative work experience periods in the sponsoring dealership.
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
AUMT 1319 | Automotive Engine Repair | 3 |
+Elective | Mathematics Elective | 3 |
++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician OR | 2 |
++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | (2) |
Semester Total | 14 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 2321 | Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
AUMT 1310 | Automotive Brake Systems | 3 |
AUMT 1316 | Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems | 3 |
+++Elective | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician OR | 2 |
++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | (2) |
Semester Total | 14 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1345 | Automotive Climate Control Systems | 3 |
Semester Total | 3 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 2313 | Automotive Drive Train and Axles | 3 |
AUMT 2325 | Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle | 3 |
AUMT 2332 | Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles 2 | 3 |
ENGL 1301 | Composition 1 | 3 |
++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician OR | 2 |
++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | (2) |
Semester Total | 14 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 2317 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 1 | 3 |
AUMT 2334 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 2 | 3 |
AUMT 1391 | Special Topics in Auto/Automobile Mechanic/Technician | 3 |
SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication OR | 3 |
SPCH 1315 | Public Speaking | (3) |
++Elective | Social/Behavioral Science | 3 |
Semester Total | 15 |
FORD ASSET EMPHASIS MINIMUM REQUIRED HOURS: | 60 |
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Semester 1 |
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Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
POFI 1104 | Computer Fundamentals | 1 |
AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
AUMT 2321 | Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
ENGL 1301 | Composition 1 | 3 |
Semester Total | 13 |
Semester 2 |
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Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
AUMT 1310 | Automotive Brake Systems | 3 |
AUMT 1316 | Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems | 3 |
AUMT 1345 | Automotive Climate Control Systems | 3 |
SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication OR | 3 |
SPCH 1315 | Public Speaking | (3) |
+++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
Semester Total | 14 |
Semester 3 |
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Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
+++Elective | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
+++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
Semester Total | 5 |
Semester 4 |
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Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
AUMT 1319 | Automotive Engine Repair | 3 |
AUMT 2317 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 1 | 3 |
AUMT 2334 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 2 | 3 |
+Elective | Mathematics Elective | 3 |
+++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
Semester Total | 14 |
Semester 5 |
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Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
AUMT 1391 | Special Topics in Auto/Automobile Mechanic/Technician | 3 |
AUMT 2313 | Automotive Drive Train and Axles | 3 |
AUMT 2325 | Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles 1 | 3 |
++Elective | Social/Behavioral Science | 3 |
+++++Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
Semester Total | 14 |
GM ASEP EMPHASIS MINIMUM REQUIRED HOURS: | 60 |
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+Mathematics Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Mathematics.
++Social/Behavioral Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Social/Behavioral Sciences.
+++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.
++++Elective-Students enrolled in the Ford ASSET Emphasis Track are required a minimum of six credit hours of cooperative work experience for graduation. Students must select to complete the cooperative work experience through the completion of three (3) two-credit hour courses or two (2) three-credit hour courses. The courses must be selected from the following list:
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1281 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 2280 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 2281 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 2380 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
AUMT 2381 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
+++++Elective-Students enrolled in the GM ASEP Emphasis Track are required a minimum of eight credit hours of cooperative work experience for graduation. Students must select to complete the cooperative work experience through the completion of four (4) two credit hour courses. The courses must be selected from the following list:
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1280 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 1281 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 2280 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 2281 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
NOTE: Some students enrolling in this program may plan to transfer to four- year institutions. They should consult with an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and to identify how courses will transfer to the four year institution of their choice.
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
Gainful Employment Information(Level 1 Certificate)
(Block Scheduling available on Cedar Valley Campus)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.AUMT.ELEC.CLIM
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
AUMT 2321 | Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
Semester Total | 9 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1345 | Automotive Climate Control Systems | 3 |
+Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
Semester Total | 6 |
Minimum Hours Required | 15 |
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+Elective - a minimum of three credit hours of cooperative work experience courses must be selected from the following list:
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1381 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
AUMT 2381 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
NOTE: Some students enrolling in this program may plan to transfer to four-year institutions. They should consult with an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and to identify how courses will transfer to the four-year institution of their choice.
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
Gainful Employment Information(Level 1 Certificate)
(Block Scheduling available on Cedar Valley and Brookhaven Campus)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.AUMT.ENGINE.PERF
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
AUMT 1319 | Automotive Engine Repair | 3 |
AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
Semester Total | 9 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 2321 | Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
AUMT 2317 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 1 | 3 |
AUMT 2334 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 2 | 3 |
+Elective | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2-3 |
Semester Total | 11-12 |
Minimum Hours Required | 20-21 |
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+Elective - a minimum of two credit hours of cooperative work experience courses must be selected from the following:
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1281 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 1381 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
AUMT 2281 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 2 |
AUMT 2381 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
NOTE: Some students enrolling in this program may plan to transfer to four-year institutions. They should consult with an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and to identify how courses will transfer to the four-year institution of their choice.
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
Gainful Employment Information(Associate of Applied Science Degree)
(Block Scheduling available on Eastfield Campus)
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: AAS.AUTO.SERV.TECH
The purpose of this program is to prepare students for entry level employment as an automotive technician. This program reflects a building-block approach from simple to complex and includes theory, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of automobiles, including late model vehicles with electronic systems. Emphasis is placed on operational theory, practical skills and accepted shop procedures.
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
AUMT 1306 | Automotive Engine Removal and Installation OR | 3 |
AUMT 1391 | Special Topics in Auto/Automobile Mechanic/Technician | (3) |
AUMT 1319 | Automotive Engine Repair | 3 |
AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
+Elective | Mathematics Elective | 3 |
Semester Total | 15 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1310 | Automotive Brake Systems | 3 |
AUMT 1316 | Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems | 3 |
AUMT 2321 | Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
ENGL 1301 | Composition 1 | 3 |
Semester Total | 12 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1345 | Automotive Climate Control Systems | 3 |
SPCH 1311 | Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 |
Semester Total | 6 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 2317 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 1 | 3 |
AUMT 2334 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 2 | 3 |
AUMT 2380 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician OR | 3 |
AUMT 2328 | Automotive Service | (3) |
++Elective | Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 |
Semester Total | 12 |
Semester 5 |
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Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
AUMT 2313 | Automotive Drive Train and Axles | 3 |
AUMT 2325 | Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle | 3 |
AUMT 2332 | Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle 2 OR | 3 |
AUMT 2311 | Automotive Electronic Controls | (3) |
AUMT 2381 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
+++Elective | Social/Behavioral Science | 3 |
Semester Total | 15 |
Minimum Hours Required | 60 |
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+Mathematics Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Mathematics.
++Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.
+++Social/Behavioral Science Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Social/Behavioral Science.
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.
Note: This program may lead to an occupational license for which a prior criminal history may make a student ineligible. For more information, please visit: https://www.dcccd.edu/hb1508.
Gainful Employment Information(Level 1 Certificate)
(Block Scheduling available on Eastfield Campus)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.
Degree Plan Code: C1.AUMT.TRANSMISSION
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
AUMT 2313 | Automotive Drive Train and Axles | 3 |
Semester Total | 9 |
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 2325 | Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle | 3 |
AUMT 2321 | Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair | 3 |
+Elective | Cooperative Education - Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
Semester Total | 9 |
Minimum Hours Required | 18 |
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+Elective - must be selected from the following:
Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
AUMT 1380 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
AUMT 2380 | Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician | 3 |
NOTE: Some students enrolling in this program may plan to transfer to four-year institutions. They should consult with an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and to identify how courses will transfer to the four-year institution of their choice.