Automotive Technology: Honda PACT

Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)

About this program

Penn College’s 100+ years of experience in automotive technology education coupled with the Honda Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT) partnership is a win-win. This innovative program delivers advanced training, specific to Honda and Acura vehicles. Master mechanical skills alongside expert faculty. Study advanced systems and component theories. Learn the nuances of Honda technology. From service and repair to maintenance and diagnostics, there’s so much to learn and we’re here to lead the way. And, our alternating schedule of 8 weeks of classes and 8 weeks of paid internships gives you an opportunity to earn some spending money while you learn!

Graduates of this major can earn a bachelor of science degree in automotive technology management, available online or on-campus, with just four more semesters of applied technology management coursework.

2:1

Student-to-Project Ratio

Paid Internships

100%

Overall Placement

Careers

Service technician
Service equipment representative
Rebuilding shop assembler
Repair shop operator
Parts & inventory control

Courses

At Penn College, we believe your educational experience should go beyond specialized skills. Real-world ready means taking a broader approach that builds communication skills, inspires collaboration, and encourages exploration of arts, history, and science.

Specialization requires in-depth knowledge and high-level proficiency. Students learn and apply major-specific concepts, skills, and methods.

Honda Automotive Fundamentals and Dealership Operations (HAD110)
Honda Brake Systems (HAD120)
Honda Dealership Internship I (HAD160)
Honda Electrical I (HAD140)
Honda Automotive Engines, Diagnosis, Overhaul and Repair (HAD150)
Honda Dealership Internship II (HAD161)
Honda Electrical II (HAD210)
Honda Dealership Internship III (HAD162)
Honda Steering and Suspension (HAD220)
Honda Gasoline, CNG and Hybrid Fuel and Emission Systems (HAD230)
Honda Dealership Internship IV (HAD163)
Honda Heating and Air Conditioning (HAD240)
Honda Transmissions and Driveline (HAD250)
Honda Dealership Internship V (HAD164)
Vehicle Safety Inspection (AMT242)

Perspectives are points of view, offering a variety of ways of understanding, interacting, and influencing the world. Students identify, explain, and utilize the approaches used by academics and professionals to study, analyze, or understand problems, and offer solutions.

Physics Survey (PHS103)
Core Arts Perspective (ARP) or
Core Applied Arts Perspective (AAP) or
Core Historical Perspective (HIP) or
Core Global and Cultural Diversity Perspective (CDP) or
Core Social Science Perspective (SSP)

Foundations are the practical, intellectual, and social skills: communication, collaboration, critical and ethical thinking, quantitative thinking, and technological literacy that are crucial to every student at every stage of education and at every stage of life.

English Composition I (ENL111)
Technical Algebra and Trigonometry I (MTH124)
Technical and Professional Communication (ENL201)
Information, Technology, and Society (CSC124)

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Facilities

Lab Tour

In this whirlwind tour, you'll walk through a number of our hands-on automotive labs including those used for Honda PACT, engine and transmission repairs, electrical troubleshooting, chassis work, and more.

Facilities

Modern Fully-Equipped Labs

Get hands-on experience in specialized labs using industry-standard equipment, just like you’ll see in the real world.

Student Experience

"It’s a perfect environment for learning. The jobs we do here in the lab are extremely real world."

Grant Yoder

Automotive Technology: Honda PACT