Automotive Technology (902) Certificate

Possible Career Opportunities

In order to review a listing of possible career opportunities available upon completion of this program, please visit the VA Wizard at https://www.vawizard.org/vccs/Main.action.

Fall I

• AUT 101 - Introduction to Automotive Systems (3 credits)
• AUT 111 - Automotive Engines I (4 credits)
• AUT 242 - Automotive Electricity II (4 credits)

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• CST 126 - Interpersonal Communication (3 credits) or
• MTH 111 - Basic Technical Mathematics (3 credits) or
• — xx3 - Humanities (3 credits) or
• — xx3 - Social Science (3 credits)

Spring I

• AUT 125 - Anti-Pollution Systems (3 credits)
• AUT 236 - Automotive Climate Control (4 credits)
• AUT 245 - Automotive Electronics (4 credits)

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• CST 126 - Interpersonal Communication (3 credits) or
• MTH 111 - Basic Technical Mathematics (3 credits) or
• — xx3 - Humanities/Fine Arts (3 credits) or
• — xx3 - Social Science (3 credits)

Summer I

• ENG 111 - College Composition I (3 credits)

Fall II

• AUT 126 - Auto Fuel and Ignition Systems (5 credits)
• AUT 141 - Auto Power Trains I (4 credits)
• AUT 266 - Auto Alignment, Suspension and Steering (4 credits)

Spring II

• AUT 230 - Introduction to Alternative Fuels and Hybrid Vehicles (3 credits)
• AUT 251 - Automatic Transmissions (4 credits)
• AUT 267 - Automotive Suspension and Braking Systems (4 credits)
• AUT 273 - Automotive Driveability and Tune-Up I (3 credits)

Total Minimum Credits 58

**NOTE: Not all automotive courses are taught every semester, substitutions may be necessary.**

Program Information (STEM)

For additional information about this program visit the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics webpage, stop by room 321 Hastings Hall, phone 757-825-2898, or email stemoffice@vpcc.edu.

Students may take courses in the summer session where available. Please consult with an academic advisor to review course scheduling options. Students are encouraged to speak with a financial aid advisor to determine funding eligibility.