Automotive Engine Repair Certificate

Curriculum AUT.ENR.CERT (C447D)

The Engine Repair certificate program is designed to provide the student with skills necessary for entry-level employment at an engine repair facility.

This program does not include all of the high-tech courses necessary for today’s master technician.

Instruction includes: engine/power plant diagnosis and overhaul stressing field repair techniques such as valve and seat refinishing, guide repair, magna fluxing, block, piston and rod service; bottom-end and engine front-end service plus basic fuel and engine electrical systems.

PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES:

At the successful completion of the Automotive Engine Repair Certificate, the graduate will be able to:

• demonstrate industry knowledge through safety OSHA, EPA practices and procedures;
• apply appropriate industry systematic approaches when diagnosing engine problems or concerns;
• recognize engine problems based on classroom theory and lab practices;
• safely remove engines with proper procedures and specifications;
• label and explain engine components along with tolerances and application; and
• locate, interpret and apply online manual information provided by the manufacturer or any other automotive online manual website.

Semester One
Course	Category	Credits
AUT 112 ◊ Introduction to Automotive Technology		3 credits
AUT 114 ◊ # Fuel Management Systems		4 credits
	Total Semester Credits:	7

Semester Two
Course	Category	Credits
AUT 127 ◊ # Automotive Electricity & Electronics I		4 credits
AUT 150 ◊ # Automotive Power Plants		5 credits
	Total Semester Credits:	9

Total Credit Hours: 16

See AUT course descriptions.

Coordinator: Robert Jaimes, Ext. 3073

Gainful Employment

The information provided in the link below is available to assist students in making informed choices about their education and career.

http://www.triton.edu/GE_Certificates/AutomotiveEngineRepairCertificate/47.0604-Gedt.html

For more information about Gainful Employment, visit the Triton College Financial Aid Office, located in the Student Center Building, Room B-160, or send an email to: [e-mail].