2020 - 2021 Catalog
Program: Automotive Technology
Degree Plan: High Performance Modification Certificate
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)
- Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Degree Plan Code: C1.AUMT.HIGH.PERF.19
The High Performance Modification Certificate will prepare students for entry-level positions as automotive technicians addressing high performance engine maintenance and repair. The program will present theory, hands-on experience and the opportunity to learn how to use an All-Wheel Drive chassis Dyno for demonstrating and testing their knowledge and skill in high performance engine modifications.
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AUMT 1305 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AUMT 1307 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 3 |
| AUMT 1319 | Automotive Engine Repair | 3 |
| Semester Total | 9 | |
| Course | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AUMT 2317 | Automotive Engine Performance Analysis 1 | 3 |
| AUMT 2402 | Automotive Compression Ignition Engines and Fuel Systems | 4 |
| AUMT 1491 | Special Topics in Auto/Automotive Mechanic/Technician | 4 |
| Semester Total | 11 | |
| Minimum Hours Required | 20 | |
|---|---|---|
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.