College Catalog

This major includes advanced operating theories of automotive systems and components. Students learn to apply automotive operating principles and to diagnose malfunctions in automotive systems. The curriculum emphasizes the development of skills in service, repair, and test procedures in relation to Honda/Acura vehicles and systems. Specialized service courses prepare students for advancement in Honda/Acura dealerships. The major also prepares students to take written certification exams (e.g., the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence exams), vehicle safety inspection, and Honda/Acura certifications. Specific courses prepare the student for transfer to four-year majors, such as Automotive Technology Management.

Career Opportunities

Dealership service specialist, assistant service manager, skill jobs in automotive manufacturing, service equipment representative, independent automotive repair technician, automotive parts manager.

Recommended High School Subjects

Three years of English, two years of algebra, and one year of science.

Special Admissions Requirements

A prospective student will need dealer sponsorship prior to the Honda/Acura dealership internship and acceptance into the major.

Remediation Strategies

Students may enter the major with two deficiencies. Students deficient in both MTH 004 and RDG 001 must remediate before entering any of the automotive majors. The order of remediation will be math, reading, English.

Transfer Procedures

This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits.htm ). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.

Program Goals

A graduate of this major should be able to:

• understand the theory and application of the physical and scientific principles relevant to the field of automotive service and repair.
• possess technical knowledge and skill level sufficient for entry-level employment and advancement in a Honda or Acura dealership.
• demonstrate adequate and appropriate workplace behaviors.
• pursue ongoing technical skill development sufficient for continued employment in the field of automotive service and repair.
• be successfully employed in the field of automotive service and repair, or transfer into a four-year degree major.

Curriculum