Associate in Applied Science (AAS)
Modern automobiles are complex machines requiring service technicians who are highly
skilled and knowledgeable about mechanical, electrical, and electronic systems. The
Automotive Technology program provides a strong combination of classroom theory and
hands-on practice, with courses based on competencies established by the ASE Education
Foundation. The LCC Automotive Technology program is certified by ASE Education Foundation,
a branch of the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
For a roadmap that identifies the preferred sequencing of courses and other specific recommendations from faculty, please see the corresponding program map(s):
AMTC 100 | Essentials of Mechanics | 5 |
AMTC 104 | Automotive Electrical Systems | 15 |
AMTC 105 | Vehicle Climate Control | 5 |
AMTC 114 | Automotive Chassis | 15 |
AMTC 124 | Automotive Engines | 15 |
AMTC 206 | Fuels and Emissions | 15 |
AMTC 207 | Computer Engine Controls | 15 |
AMTC 214 | Automotive Drivetrains | 15 |
MFG 105 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
HLTH 105 | First Aid, CPR and Bloodborne Pathogens | 1 |
COLL 289 | Employment Portfolio Seminar | 1 |
AMTC 288 | Cooperative Education | 2 |
WELD 105 | Related Welding | 6 |
Diversity and Distribution Lists are available in the Lower Columbia College Catalog located at lowercolumbia.edu/catalog.
Total credits required to earn this degree: 133 with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.0 in the program requirements.
Notes:
Program planning is based on information available at the time of preparation. It is the student’s responsibility to meet with their LCC advisor and with an advisor at the college to which they plan to transfer for specific requirements. Consult the LCC catalog for LCC graduation requirements.