Hybrid and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Technician Associate of Applied Technology Degree / Associate in Applied Science – T Degree
This program is currently not admitting new students.
This ASE-certified program prepares students for entry-level positions as automotive technicians. This degree builds upon the Automotive Technician program by providing an additional quarter of study focused specifically on hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles. Students participate in realistic training that prepares them for employment and ASE certification.
Program Length
This program is approximately eight quarters long, depending on the time students need to satisfactorily complete all graduation requirements. Must have required tools and textbooks.
Admission Dates
Fall and spring quarters. Summer and winter quarters with instructor’s permission only. Hybrid courses are taught summer quarter only.
Completion Requirements
Prerequisite(s)
Successful completion of ENG 094 or meet appropriate placement and be concurrently enrolled in MAT 092 or meet appropriate placement while enrolled in IAUT. Successful completion of Introduction to Automotive or Ford Maintenance & Light Repair Technician certificate, or equivalent with a “C+” (2.3) in each IAUT and FAUT class in order to register for first quarter classes in Automotive Technician or Automotive Collision Technician programs.
Introduction To Automotive List
| IAUT 104 | Introduction to Automotive Electrical | 4 |
| IAUT 105 | Introduction to Automotive Trades | 4 |
| IAUT 115 | Introduction to Automotive Steering, Suspension & Brakes | 5 |
| IAUT 130 | Automotive HVAC | 2 |
| IAUT 140 | Basic Automotive Welding | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 19 |
Program Course List
| AUT 147 | Automotive Brakes | 6 |
| AUT 149 | Automotive Suspension, Steering, & Wheel Alignment | 7 |
| AUT 157 | Automotive Brakes, Suspension, Steering, & Wheel Alignment Lab | 6 |
| AUT 174 | Engine Minor Mechanical Repair | 6 |
| AUT 175 | Engine Major Mechanical Repair | 7 |
| AUT 178 | Engine Mechanical Lab | 3 |
| AUT 209 | Electronic Systems | 7 |
| AUT 212 | Electrical Systems | 9 |
| AUT 217 | Automotive Ignition Systems | 7 |
| AUT 223 | Automotive Fuel Systems | 7 |
| AUT 236 | Automotive Emissions Systems | 7 |
| AUT 239 | Automotive Clutches & Manual Transmissions | 9 |
| AUT 243 | Automotive Axles, Drivelines, Differentials & Transfer Cases | 6 |
| AUT 246 | Manual Drive Trains & Axles Lab | 4 |
| AUT 247 | Automatic Transmissions | 7 |
| AUT 250 | Automatic Transaxles | 7 |
| AUT 251CAP | Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Lab | 4 |
| AUT 255 | Automotive Air Conditioning, Heating & Ventilation | 6 |
| AUT 270 | Introduction to Hybrid Safety | 4 |
| AUTH 105 | Hybrid/Alternate Fuel Introduction & Safety | 2 |
| AUTH 110 | Alternate Fuel Vehicle Systems | 2 |
| AUTH 115 | Toyota Hybrid System Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 120 | Toyota Prius Hybrid System | 2 |
| AUTH 125 | Honda Hybrid System Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 130 | Honda Civic IMA Hybrid System | 2 |
| AUTH 135 | Ford Escape/Mercury Mariner Hybrid System Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 140 | General Motors & Other Hybrid Systems Overview | 2 |
| AUTH 145 | Advanced Lab & Final Exam Preparation | 2 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 156 |
Note: Must take AUT 209 and AUT 212 prior to AUT 255.
AAT Requirements
| Technical Course Requirements | 156 |
| Computer Literacy Requirement | 3 |
| AAT General Education Requirements | 18 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 177 |
Computer Literacy Requirement: Complete an approved computer literacy course or successfully pass the computer literacy exam.
AAT General Education Requirements: See list above
AAS-T Requirements
| Technical Course Requirements | 156 |
| Computer Literacy Requirement | 3 |
| AAS-T Degree General Education Requirements | 23 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 182 |
Computer Literacy Requirement: Complete an approved computer literacy course or successfully pass the computer literacy exam.
AAS-T Degree General Education Requirements: See list above
General Degree Requirements
Students in Automotive Technician, Ford MLR, or Automotive Collision Technician programs must pass all program classes with a grade of “C” (2.0) or higher in order to enroll in the next quarter program courses shown on the degree or certificate education plan. To remain in the program, all students must have the required textbooks by the start of the third week of classes and the required tools by the start of the second quarter. To receive a certificate or degree in an automotive program, all courses must be completed with a “C (2.0) GPA or higher.
AAT Degree General Education Requirements (18 credits)
NOTE: CMST 220 or higher
PSYC 100DIV: PSY 112DIV, SOC& 101DIV, or other humanities course that meets the diversity requirement.
AAS-T Degree General Education Requirements (23 credits)
All AAS-T degrees must have a minimum of 20 credits of transferable general education. These credits replace the academic courses required for the AAT degree. Required credits include:
5 credits in communication:
5 credits in quantitative reasoning:
5 credits in a social science that meets the diversity requirement:
5 credits in social science, humanities, or science;
Choose one from the following:
3 credits in College Success: