Automotive Technology Certificate

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The automotive technology program provides quality training relevant to current trends in automotive repair technology. The program enhances a student’s employment potential and opportunities; provides knowledge and skills relevant to current trends in automotive repair; provides a solid foundation for continuing education in related fields; and provides a flexible, career-oriented path of training and education.

Housed in the spacious shop facility of the Neil and Doris McMurry Career Studies Center, the automotive technology program is one of 30 career programs at Casper College designed to prepare students for the work force. Students can earn a one-year certificate or a two-year associate of applied science degree, which includes general education coursework with automotive, machine tool and welding electives.

Note: To graduate with a certificate or degree, students must earn a “C” or better in all major requirements.

Certificate Requirements

Fall Semester

Students beginning the program in the fall semester will register for the fundamental courses listed below.

AUTO 1510 - Engine System Fundamentals (6CR)
AUTO 1690 - Manual Power Train Fundamentals (4CR)
AUTO 1765 - Automotive Electrical (5CR)
AUTO 2555 - Suspension and Steering (4CR)
AUTO 2980 - Cooperative Work Experience (Automotive) (2CR) required

Spring Semester

Students will select from the following courses in the spring semester.

AUTO 1740 - Brake Systems (4CR)
AUTO 1760 - Heating and Air Conditioning (4CR)
or
AUTO 2500 - Advanced Engine Rebuilding (4CR)
AUTO 2565 - Advanced Automotive Electrical (5CR)
AUTO 2610 - Computerized Fuel Systems (5CR)
AUTO 2980 - Cooperative Work Experience (Automotive) (2CR) required

Note:

The normal length of this program is nine months.

Graduation Requirements

For specific graduation requirements see “Academic Policies ” and “Degree Requirements .”

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