Career & Technical Education Programs Automotive Service Technician Pipefitting Automotive Service Technician AAS Degree Pipefitting Diploma (40 Credits) . 79 (72 Credits) . 66-67 Automotive Service Technician Diploma Plumbing (56 Credits) . 68 Plumbing Diploma (44 Credits) . 80 Cabinetmaking Sheet Metal Cabinetmaking Diploma (37 Credits) . 69 Sheet Metal/HVAC Ducts & Fittings AAS Degree (60 Credits) . 81 Carpentry Sheet Metal/HVAC Ducts & Fittings Diploma Carpentry Diploma (42 Credits) . 70 (40 Credits) . 82 CNC Toolmaking Truck Technician CNC Toolmaking Diploma (63 Credits) . 71 Truck Technician Diploma (67 Credits) . 83-84 Machine Operator Certificate (Right Skills Now) (20 Credits) . 72 Welding Welding Technology Diploma (48 Credits) . 85 Electrical Technology Welding Technology Certificate (16 Credits) . 86 Electrical Technology Diploma (74 Credits) . 73-74 Robotic Welding Certificate (17 Credits) . 87 Electromechanical Systems 360° eTECH Programs Electromechanical Systems Diploma (48 Credits) . 75 Automation Technologies Certificate (30 Credits) . 88 Electromechanical System Certificates: Machine Technologist Certificate (30 Credits) . 89 Electrical (16 credits) . 76 Machining & Automation Diploma (52 Credits) . 90-91 Mechanical (16 credits) . 77 Production Technologies Certificate (16 Credits) . 92 Industrial Programming (16 credits) . 78 Welding Technology Certificate (30 Credits) . 93 235 Marshall Avenue This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by contacting the Saint Paul, MN 55102 Director of Access & Disability Resources at 651.846.1547 or [email protected]. Saint TEL: 651.846.1600 Saint Paul College, Paul College is an Equal Opportunity employer and educator and a member of Minnesota State. www.saintpaul.edu A member of Minnesota State 3/23/21 Program Requirements Guide 2021-2022 Automotive Service Technician AAS DEGREE Program Overview Program Faculty Tool Costs Students will need to supply their own basic tools Automotive repair requires trained technicians Llewellyn Olivier skilled in the use of testing equipment, and tool box. The estimated cost for professional [email protected] special tools, and the latest information and quality tools and tool box is approximately $2,000–$3,000. Tool vendors will be on campus specifications to service the many types of John Purcell automobiles. Technicians diagnose trouble in any during the first week. [email protected] one of thousands of automotive components. They work with many new systems each year David Vorderbruggen that require new service techniques and training. [email protected] Some of these include air conditioning units, Program Start Dates emission control devices, alternators, electronic Jake Yernberg Fall (AAS General Education credits can be taken ignition, and electronic fuel injection. [email protected] any term) Students are prepared to take the ASE Length of Program certification tests when they have completed the program. ASE certifies technicians nationwide. This is a full-time, day and evening program. The Program Requirements program can be completed in four semesters. Students should have good mechanical aptitude, Check off when completed Students can enroll in the program only in the fall. be in good physical condition and have the Admission Requirement ability to get along with others. Students also Successful completion of each semester in this need to be able to read and process technical program is a prerequisite for participation in the Admission requires completion of the information. following semester. Automotive Service Technician Diploma, or concurrent enrollment in the second year Auto Career Opportunities Course Cr Technician program. Opportunities are expected to be plentiful for AUTO 1415 Introduction to Automotive automotive technicians with technical training Technology ................................4 according to the U.S. Department of Labor. AUTO 1430 Brakes ..........................4 The department also states that the growing AUTO 1441 Alignment & Suspension ...........4 complexity of automotive technology, such AUTO 1510 Clutch/Driveline Manual Transmission ..3 as the use of electronic and emissions control equipment increasingly necessitates that cars AUTO 1523 Four Wheel Drive Differential ........3 be serviced by professionals. AUTO 1530 Basic Electrical & Battery ...........3 AUTO 1540 Basic Engine Management ..........3 See back of this guide for The auto technician may work in a dealership AUTO 1550 Heating & Air Conditioning .........4 garage, an independent garage, or as a Course Sequence & Transfer Opportunities specialist. Opportunities exist for a technician AUTO 2410 Starting & Charging Systems ........3 to become a shop service sales person, new car AUTO 2420 Electrical Accessories ..............3 dealership service manager, or shop owner. AUTO 2430 Engine Theory & Repair ............4 AUTO 2440 Engine Installation ................2 Information is subject to change. This Program Requirements Guide is not a contract. Program Outcomes AUTO 2450 Introduction to Auto Computers .....2 1. Graduates will be prepared to pass all 8 ASE AUTO 2513 Fuel Systems .....................3 tests. AUTO 2520 Engine Drivability .................3 Minimum Program Entry Requirements AUTO 2530 Automatic Transmission Theory. .2 2. Graduates will have knowledge and skills in Students entering this program must meet use of testing equipment, special tools, and AUTO 2542 Automatic Transmission the following minimum program entry specifications for servicing automobiles. Diagnosis & Repair ..........................4 requirements: AUTO 2550 Specialized Lab 1 .................2 3. Graduates will have the knowledge and Reading: Score of 240+ or grade skills to diagnose problems in automotive Subtotal . 56 of “C” or better in READ 0721 or systems. READ 0724 or EAPP 0860 General Education/MnTC Requirements Cr 4. Graduates will be prepared for employment Writing: Score of 240+ or grade as Automotive Service Technicians. Refer to the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum Course List of “C” or better in ENGL 0921 or for each Goal Area EAPP 0870 5. Graduates will have proficient Goal 1: Communication ......................7 communication skills for customer service. ENGL 1711 Composition 1 – 4 cr Arithmetic: Score of 237+ 6. Graduates will have business and COMM 17XX – 3 cr Spatial assessment required: Score 10+ Goal 3 or Goal 4 ............................3 management skills required of an Shop/classroom visit recommended; Goal 3: Natural Sciences OR automotive service technician. student must have a valid driver’s license . Goal 4: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning Goal 5: History, Social Science, and Assessment Results and Prerequisites: Behavioral Sciences .........................3 Students admitted into Saint Paul College Goal 6: Humanities and Fine Arts ...............3 programs may need to complete additional courses based on assessment results and General Education Requirements . 16 course prerequisite requirements. Certain Total Program Credits . 72 MATH, READ, and ENGL courses have additional prerequisites. 278A 235 Marshall Avenue This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by contacting the Saint Paul, MN 55102 Director of Access & Disability Resources at 651.846.1547 or [email protected]. Saint TEL: 651.846.1600 Saint Paul College, Paul College is an Equal Opportunity employer and educator and a member of Minnesota State. www.saintpaul.edu A member of Minnesota State 3/23/21 Program Requirements Guide 2021-2022 Automotive Service Technician AAS DEGREE (continued) Course Sequence Transfer Opportunities The following sequence is recommended; Saint Paul College has a transfer articulation however, this sequence is not required. Contact agreement between the following program and Program Faculty with questions. post-secondary institutions for the baccalaureate degree programs listed below. First Semester For more information please go to AUTO 1415 Introduction to Automotive saintpaul.edu/Transfer. Technology ................................4 Automotive Service Technician AAS AUTO 1430 Brakes ............................4 BA Individualized Studies AUTO 1510 Clutch/Driveline Manual Transmission . 3 AUTO 1530 Basic Electrical & Battery .............3 Metropolitan State University ENGL 1711 Composition 1 ......................4 Total Semester Credits . 18 Second Semester AUTO 1441 Alignment & Suspension ..............4 AUTO 1523 Four Wheel Drive Differential ..........3 AUTO 1540 Basic Engine Management ............3 AUTO 1550 Heating & Air Conditioning ...........4 Goal 1: COMM 17XX ..........................3 Total Semester Credits . 17 Third Semester AUTO 2410 Starting & Charging Systems ..........3 AUTO 2420 Electrical Accessories ................3 AUTO 2430 Engine Theory & Repair ..............4 AUTO 2440 Engine Installation ...................2 AUTO 2450 Introduction to Auto Computers .......2 Goal Area 3 or 4 ..............................3 Goal Area 5 ..................................3 Total Semester Credits . 20 Fourth Semester AUTO 2513 Fuel Systems .......................3 AUTO 2520 Engine Drivability ...................3 AUTO 2530 Auto Transmission Theory .............2 AUTO 2542 Auto Tran Diagnosis & Repair ..........4 AUTO 2550 Specialized Lab 1 ...................2 Goal Area 6 ..................................3 Total Semester Credits . 17 Any Semester