SOC 214 — SOC 214
AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Credentials: Associate in Applied Science Degree (65 credit hours) Certificate (33 credit hours) Requirements for Admission: A valid driver’s license as well as a clean driving record will be necessary while enrolled in this program. Additionally, a clean criminal history is required to hold a Maine State Inspection License and is beneficial to securing employment in this field. Program Overview: The Automotive Technology program provides theoretical foundations, practical education, and work experience in the engineering, testing, servicing, troubleshooting and repairing of automobiles. The program is accredited by the ASE Edu cation Foundation and offers instruction in all eight areas of Automotive Repair. The curriculum follows the ASE Education Foundation standards, and instructs students in all aspects of automotive repair in the major automotive brands. The instruction is aimed at ASE technician certification exams and helps students prepare to sit for them. In addition, the program is Maine’s only MOPAR Career Automotive Program, (MCAP) Local program. Students that attend the program will have to choose one of the many manu facture training programs we offer to study. All students will be required to complete 60 hours of manufacture training over the two years they attend Eastern Maine Community College. Many students choose to complete in multiple manufactures increasing their value to the Automotive industry. Graduates are employed as automotive