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Certificate Total 59 Hours Programs of Study Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology The Automotive Technology program gives students the opportunity to study automotive systems in depth, beginning with fundamental principles and quickly advancing to more sophisticated theories and application. Along with classroom study, the program is designed to help students develop a strong skill foundation through lab and shop learning activities. In today’s automotive repair industry, technicians must have the ability to quickly diagnose and repair vehicle systems from the trivial problems to the most sophisticated. This course of study will prepare the student to embrace the ever - changing technology associated with the automobile repair industry. An automotive technician must be well versed in computers , mathematics, reading, and communication skills, along with skills specific to the trade. The program will provide instruction on employability skills and shop operation management. Students frequently work with dirty and greasy parts and in awkward positions. They oft en lift heavy parts and tools. Minor cuts, burns and bruises are common. The Automotive Technology program has attained national accreditation status from the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), an affiliate of the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), signifying that the program meets uniform standards for instructional facilities, equipment, curriculum, an