Automotive Technology Program Overview
- Certificate Program
- 2 Years
- Main Campus - Ironwood
Overview
GCC students have the opportunity to choose between the Certificate program and the Associate of Applied Technology degree program. Please scroll through the page for course offerings for each program type.
The 2-year certificate program covers the theory, diagnosis, and repair of the automobile. It is designed for those students who want to gain the skills to become automotive repair technicians. Also, it opens the door to several related employment possibilities in heavy equipment, marine, trucking, and aircraft industries with some additional training.
The Associate Degree program includes all of the elements of the certificate program with the addition of general education requirements. This program allows for additional employment options in automotive management and business.
In both programs, lab skills are practiced using the latest equipment and procedures to test, diagnose, and repair problems on late model cars and light trucks.
Unique Features
- The instructors are certified by the Michigan Automotive Technician licensing exams and/or Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). View the ASE Accreditation here.
- The program curriculum is also certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation.
- GCC’s automotive lab is outfitted with a host of modern repair equipment comparable to that found in today’s most advanced service facilities.
- Upon completion of the course work in either program, students take state automotive technician licensing exams. Upon passing the end of program testing, student will receive two-year probationary Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in passed content area.
- Upon completion/passing of the HVAC course, students will be EPA Section 609 certified for mobile refrigeration and handling and state of Wisconsin certified for HVAC service.
- Students will also receive a certificate of completion from Hunter Engineering for alignment technician for successful completion in steering and suspension.
Requirements
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Students are required to provide their own safety glasses and shop appropriate attire including closed toed shoes.
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Courses at Gogebic
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COL 102 | College and Career Success | 1 |
| AUT 102 | Automotive Industry Fundamentals | 3 |
| AUT 107 | Electrical/Electronic Systems I | 5 |
| AUT 121 | Engine Performance Fundamentals | 5 |
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AUT 108 | Electrical/Electronic Systems II | 5 |
| AUT 231 | Suspension Steering and Wheel Align | 4 |
| AUT 232 | Brakes and Braking Systems | 4 |
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AUT 122 | Advanced Engine Performance | 4 |
| AUT 124 | Manual Drive Trains and Axles | 4 |
| AUT 241 | Heating/Air Conditioning/Electrical Systems | 5 |
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AUT 101 | Engine Repair | 5 |
| AUT 123 | Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles | 5 |
| AUT 244 | Introduction to Hybrid Vehicles | 3 |
| Total Credits: 53 |
Related Programs
Automotive Technology Program Overview
- Associate Degree
- 2 Years
- Main Campus - Ironwood
Courses at Gogebic
| Prefix | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| All courses listed above for the certificate must be completed along with the general education courses listed below. | 53 | |
| ENG 101 or ENG 105 | English Composition I or Technical English | 3 |
| MTH106 or higher | Mathematics for Applied Technology | 4 |
| BUS 101 | Introduction to Business | 3 |
| Humanities Elective | Humanities Elective | 3-4 |
| Social Science Elective | Social Science Elective | 3-4 |
| Total Credits: 69-71 |
