The Automotive Technology program at Austin Community College offers NATEF certified automotive technician training. The program offers a variety of degree and certificate options, including a two year Associate in Applied Science Degree, a one year Certificate program, four specialized Certificate programs of less than one year, as well as an Enhanced Skills certificate.
The program provides training in maintenance repair work on automotive vehicles. Included is training in the use of technical manuals and a variety of hand and power tools. Instruction and practice is provided in diagnosis of malfunctions; disassembly of units; parts inspection; and repair or replacement of parts involving engine overhaul and repair, ignition systems, fuel induction systems, brakes, transmission, electrical systems, air conditioning, and suspension systems.
Austin Community College's Automotive Technology program is a Tech Prep Program participant. High School students may receive college credit for approved courses taken during high school. Tech Prep program participants will receive an Enhanced Skills Certificate. Articulating Tech Prep courses include AUMT 1405, AUMT 1407, AUMT 2417, AUMT 1410, AUMT 1416, AUMT 2489, COSC 1301. High School students should discuss these options with their high school counselor. Other students should contact an Automotive Technology advisor.
Semester I
| COSC | 1301 | Personal Computing | 3 | ||
| AUMT | 1405 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1407 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1419 | Automotive Engine Repair | 4 | ||
| SPCH | 1311 | 1,2,3,4,5,6 | Introduction to Speech Communication | 3 | |
| ------- 18 |
| ENGL | 1301 | 1,3,4,5 | English Composition I | 3 | |
| AUMT | 2417 | Engine Performance Analysis I | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2425 | Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1445 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 | ||
| ------- 15 |
| AUMT | 2437 | Automotive Electronics | 4 | ||
| + | AUMT | 2434 | Engine Performance Analysis II | 4 | |
| + | AUMT | 1410 | Automotive Brake Systems | 4 | |
| MATH | 1332 | 2,4,6 | Topics in Mathematics | 3 | |
| Social & Behavioral Science Elective | 3 | ||||
| ------- 18 |
| + | AUMT | 2413 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 4 | |
| AUMT | 1416 | Suspension and Steering | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2489 | Internship Automotive Technician | 4 | ||
| ------- 12 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 63 |
Enhanced Skills Certificate Program
| BUSG | 2309 | Small Business Management | 3 | ||
| AUMT | 2428 | Automotive Service | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2489 | Internship Automotive Technician | 4 | ||
| ------- 11 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 11 |
One Year Certificate
Semester I (Fall)
| AUMT | 1405 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1407 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1419 | Automotive Engine Repair | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2417 | Engine Performance Analysis I | 4 | ||
| ------- 16 |
| AUMT | 2425 | Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1416 | Suspension and Steering | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2437 | Automotive Electronics | 4 | ||
| + | AUMT | 2434 | Engine Performance Analysis II | 4 | |
| ------- 16 |
| + | AUMT | 2413 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 4 | |
| AUMT | 2489 | Internship Automotive Technician | 4 | ||
| ------- 8 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 40 |
A 480 clockhour course designed to prepare students to become Specialists in the Automotive Drive Train area. The student will complete five automotive technology courses to prepare for entrylevel positions in their area of study. These courses can be included in the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Automotive Technology.
| AUMT | 1405 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1407 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2437 | Automotive Electronics | 4 | ||
| + | AUMT | 2489 | Internship Automotive Technician | 4 | |
| AUMT | 2425 | Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2413 | Manual Drivetrain and Axles | 4 | ||
| ------- 24 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 24 |
A 576 clockhour course designed to prepare students to become Specialists in the Automotive Engine area. The student will complete six Automotive Technology courses to prepare for entrylevel positions in an area of study. These courses can be included in the Associate of Applied Science Degree in Automotive Technology.
| AUMT | 1405 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1407 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2437 | Automotive Electronics | 4 | ||
| + | AUMT | 2489 | Internship Automotive Technician | 4 | |
| AUMT | 2417 | Engine Performance Analysis I | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2434 | Engine Performance Analysis II | 4 | ||
| ------- 24 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 24 |
This certificate provides power mechanics technology training in the principles and operation of motorcycle two and four cycle enginers, electrical systems, engine failure analysis, tune-up, hydraulic principles and extensive laboratory experience. It covers motorcycle chassis mounted equipment. It includes, brakes, wheels and tires, clutches, drive chains, and transmissions.
Semester I
| + | MTRC | 1402 | Motorcycle Tune Up | 4 | |
| MTRC | 1405 | Motorcycle Service Principles | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1422 | Motorcycle Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| ------- 12 |
| SMER | 1419 | Motorcycle Four Stroke Engine/Transmission | 4 | ||
| MTRC | 1408 | Motorcycle Chassis and Drive Systems | 4 | ||
| MTRC | 1466 | Practicum - Motorcycle Mechanics & Repair (Capstone) | 4 | ||
| ------- 12 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 24 |
This program will provide power mechanics technology training in the principles and operation of two and four cycle small enginers, electrical systems, engine failure analysis, tune-up, hydraulic principles and extensive laboratory experience. It encompasses equipment that is powered by small engines, i.e., lawn mowers, grass trimmers, and chain saws. It covers cutting deck mounting, height and drive belt adjustments. It also includes gear case overhaul, and chain service and repair.
Semester I
| SMER | 1434 | Small Engine Two Stroke Over Haul | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1431 | Small Engine Tune Up | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1425 | Small Engine Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| ------- 12 |
| SMER | 1428 | Small Engine Service Principles | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1437 | Small Engine Four Stroke Overhaul | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1466 | Practicum (Capstone) | 4 | ||
| ------- 12 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 24 |
This certificate provides power mechanics technology training in the principles and operation of marine two and four cycle engines, electrical systems, engine failure analysis, tune-up, hydraulic principles, lower unit drives, and extensive laboratory experience. It includes marine engine transit mounting and height adjustments.
Semester I
| SMER | 1466 | Practicum (Capstone) | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1404 | Outboard Service Principles | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1413 | Outboard Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| ------- 12 |
| SMER | 1407 | Outboard Power Heat Over Haul | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1410 | Outboard Lower Units | 4 | ||
| SMER | 1466 | Practicum (Capstone) | 4 | ||
| ------- 12 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 24 |
A 480 clock-hour program designed to prepare students to become specialists in the area of brakes and supervision.
The student will complete five Automotive Technology courses to prepare for entry-level positions in a chosen area of study. These courses can be included in the Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology.
| AUMT | 1405 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1407 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2437 | Automotive Electronics | 4 | ||
| + | AUMT | 2489 | Internship Automotive Technician | 4 | |
| AUMT | 1410 | Automotive Brake Systems | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1416 | Suspension and Steering | 4 | ||
| ------- 24 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 24 |
| AUMT | 1405 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 1407 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2437 | Automotive Electronics | 4 | ||
| + | AUMT | 2489 | Internship Automotive Technician | 4 | |
| AUMT | 1445 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning | 4 | ||
| AUMT | 2428 | Automotive Service | 4 | ||
| ------- 24 | |||||
TOTALS | ------- 24 |