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Automotive Repair Technician CCP

Automotive Repair Technician CCP Overview (5451)

Type of Award

CCP - Career Certificate Program

Program Website

www.palmbeachstate.edu/career-pathways/pathway-industry/default.aspx

Program Description

This program will prepare the participant for entry-level employment in the automotive service field. Hands-on training in the labs is supplemented with the theory in the classroom to give the student a full understanding of workplace practice, safety, and organization. This program covers all basic aspects of the 8 ASE areas, giving the student the opportunity to gain knowledge for any entry-level position. ASE Education Foundation Entry Level curriculum prepares learners for 8 entry-level certification exams included in the program. Additionally, the program prepares students for the professional level ASE certification exams. This is an ASE Education Foundation Accredited Training Program, www.aseeducationfoundation.org/

Admission Requirements

  • No high school diploma or GED is required. (To be eligible to receive federal student aid, you must: Have a high school diploma or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, or have complete homeschooling)
  • Complete an application for admission, located at www.palmbeachstate.edu/admissions/Admissions-Applications
  • Take the Test of Adult Basic Education (TABE) exam if not exempt from TABE testing. To determine if you are exempt, please go to this link and view TABE Standards.
  • Send request for official high school transcripts, GED, or validated foreign equivalent to the Admissions Office.
  • Attend a program information session and meet with the Trade and Industry advisor. 
  • For additional information regarding admission requirements refer to the Admissions section of this catalog.

Completion Requirements

  • Students must successfully complete all courses listed in the catalog for this program.
  • Students must pass the TABE with the following minimum TABE test scores: Reading: 9; Language: 9; Mathematics: 10 or qualify for TABE exemption.
  • All financial responsibilities must be satisfied.
  • For more details about graduation requirements please refer to the Graduation section of this catalog.

Program Length

Daytime: 600 clock hours - 22 weeks/ Evening: 600 clock hours - 32 weeks

Location

This program is offered at the Lake Worth and Belle Glade campuses.

For More Information

Doreen Singer, Program Director, singerd@palmbeachstate.edu, (561) 868-3542

Employment Opportunities

Upon completion of this program, students may seek employment as entry-level automotive technicians in dealerships, quick lube shops, tire stores or independent service/repair shops. Students may choose to enter jobs as technicians, service advisors, parts specialists or entrepreneurs.

Career Path Notes

This program provides instruction in the general maintenance and light repair areas of automobile specialization. Student competencies to exit the program for employment are established by the Automotive Service Excellence Education Foundation.

Career Center

www.palmbeachstate.edu/Career

For more information about employment opportunities including job outlook and salary information visit: Occupational Outlook Handbook: www.bls.gov/ooh

O-Net Online: www.onetonline.org

Required courses:

Required Courses (Clock Hours: 600)

AER0001Introduction to Automotive Industry, Safety, and Tools (CCP)

60 Clock Hours

AER0601Electrical and Electronic Systems 1 (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

AER0196Engine Repair (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

AER0830Engine Performance 1 (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

AER0410Brake Systems (CCP)

75 Clock Hours

AER0451Steering, Suspension, and Alignment (CCP)

75 Clock Hours

AER0170Heating and Air Conditioning (CCP)

70 Clock Hours

AER0270Fundamentals of Drivetrain Systems (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

Total Credit Hours: 600

Course Sequence

Term One - Fall (Year One) (Clock Hours: 300)

AER0001Introduction to Automotive Industry, Safety, and Tools (CCP)

60 Clock Hours

AER0601Electrical and Electronic Systems 1 (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

AER0196Engine Repair (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

AER0830Engine Performance 1 (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

Term Two - Spring (Year One) (Clock Hours: 300)

AER0410Brake Systems (CCP)

75 Clock Hours

AER0451Steering, Suspension, and Alignment (CCP)

75 Clock Hours

AER0170Heating and Air Conditioning (CCP)

70 Clock Hours

AER0270Fundamentals of Drivetrain Systems (CCP)

80 Clock Hours

Total Credit Hours: 600