Overview

Automotive Services Technology II focuses on steering and suspension, engine repair and performance, and heating and air conditioning. Scientific principles taught and reinforced in this course include the study of viscosity, friction, thermal expansion, and compound solutions. The lab operates as an automotive service department, and students gain experience completing work orders and communicating with customers. This program is NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) certified at the vehicle maintenance and light repair level.

Next Steps

Students who complete the Ivy Tech Certificate in Maintenance & Light Repair are eligible to walk in Ivy Tech Richmond’s Commencement ceremony. From there, they may continue their education by pursuing a Technical Certificate in Automotive Service Technology or an Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology. Graduates also have multiple other pathways available, including entering full-time employment, starting an apprenticeship, joining the military, or continuing their training on the job and in college.

Industry Certifications

Testing required. Fees may apply. Passing any of the ASE sections listed below qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways certification.

ASE (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence)

  • A1 – Engine Repair
  • A2 – Automatic Transmission & Transaxle
  • A3 – Manual Drive Train & Axles
  • A4 – Suspension & Steering
  • A5 – Brakes
  • A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
  • A7 – Heating & Air Conditioning
  • A8 – Engine Performance
  • AS – Automotive Service Technology
  • G1 – Maintenance & Light Repair

Dual College Credits

  • AUTI 141 Engine Fundamentals & Repair
    Ivy Tech  |  3 Credits
    Co/Pre-requisite applies. Qualifies for Technical Honors Diploma and Graduation Pathways dual credits.

Student Evaluation

After the completion of two years in the program, students are evaluated on technical and essential skills. The Technical Skills Evaluation documents the Automotive Technology skills learned. The Essential Skills Evaluation documents the workplace skills all WCC students learn. The documents were developed by WCC, in cooperation with business partners and industry advisory committees, and are updated each year.

 

Automotive Technology Technical Skills Evaluation

WCC Essential Skills Evaluation