Auto Mechanics Technology - AAS Degree (2009-2010)
Willmar (72 Credits) - Education Plan

This program prepares individuals in all phases of auto repair from basic maintenance to complex diagnostic procedures. Because of the variety of work, technicians must be familiar with electrical and computer-controlled systems, transmissions, and electronic fuel injection. Students will have the opportunity to work with state of the art equipment while repairing today's cars and light duty trucks in a real world shop situation. The Automotive Service Technology program has met the required standards and achieved National Certification through Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
 
Course Outline
 
Required Courses
(16 Courses)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
AUTO 1103 General Auto 3 
AUTO 1115 Engine Repair 5 
AUTO 1133 Manual Transmission 3 
AUTO 1134 Drivetrain and Axles 4 
AUTO 1142 Suspension 1 2 
AUTO 1152 Brakes 1 2 
AUTO 1163 Basic Electrical I 3 
AUTO 1184 Engine Performance I 2 
AUTO 1212 Engine Diagnosis 2 
AUTO 1362 Basic Electrical II 2 
AUTO 2124 Auto Transmission 4 
AUTO 2174 Air Conditioning 4 
AUTO 2383 Engine Performance 2 3 
AUTO 2564 Advanced Electrical 4 
GSWS 1401 Employment Preparation 1 
GSWS 1462 Industry Skills 2 
Total Credits: 46  
 
Elective Courses
(select 6 credits from the courses below)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
AUTO 2103 General Shop 3 
AUTO 2152 Brakes 2 2 
AUTO 2323 Auto Transmission 2 3 
AUTO 2342 Suspension 2 2 
AUTO 2583 Engine Performance 3 3 
Total Credits: 6  
 
Elective Courses
(select 3 credits from the courses below)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
CMST 121 Introduction to Communication 3 
ENGL 121 College Composition I - Critical Reading & Writing 3 
Total Credits: 3  
 
Elective Courses
(select 3 credits from the courses below)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
ART 120 Introduction to Art Studio 3 
SPCH 223 Effective Listening 3 
SPCH 225 Small Group Communication 3 
SPCH 226 Interpersonal Communications 3 
SPCH 227 Intercultural Communication 3 
Total Credits: 3  
 
Elective Courses
(select 3 credits from the courses below)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
BIOL 141 Environmental Science 4 
MATH 109 Elements of Algebra & Trigonometry 4 
MATH 110 Contemporary Concepts in Mathematics 3 
PHYS 100 Concepts in Physics 4 
PHYS 101 College Physics 4 
SCI 105 Physical Science 4 
Total Credits: 3  
 
Elective Courses
(select 3 credits from the courses below)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
ECON 190 Personal Finance 3 
ECON 195 Introduction to Economics 3 
ECON 288 Entrepreneurial Economics 3 
HIST 250 Minnesota History 3 
POLS 133 State and Local Government 3 
PSYC 131 Introduction to Psychology 4 
SOC 105 Introduction to Sociology 3 
Total Credits: 3  
 
Minnesota Transfer Curriculum
See your advisor to select courses that fulfill this requirement.
Total Credits: 8  
 
Total AAS Degree Credits: 72