Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College

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Automotive Systems Technology A.A.S.

Credential: 
Associate in Applied Science
Program Code: 
A60160

The Automotive Systems Technology curriculum prepares individuals for employment as Automotive Service Technicians. It provides an introduction to automotive careers and increases student awareness of the challenges associated with this fast and ever-changing field.

Classroom and lab experiences integrate technical and academic course work. Emphasis is placed on theory, servicing and operation of brakes, electrical/electronic systems, engine performance, steering/suspension, automatic transmission/transaxles, engine repair, climate control, and manual drive trains.

Upon completion of this curriculum, students should be prepared to take the ASE exam and be ready for full-time employment in dealerships and repair shops in the automotive service industry.

Courses requiring a grade of "C" or better: ACA, AUT, COE                   

General Education Requirements

Total Credit Hours Required

68

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Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College   340 Victoria Road   Asheville, North Carolina 28801   USA   828-254-1921