Automotive Service Technology Degree at NMC

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Associate in Applied Science Degree — NMC Code 560

First Year Students	Credits	Contacts	Semester Offered
AT 100 Automotive Service Basics *	2	2	Fall
AT 120 Electrical I	5	8	Fall
AT 180 Manual Drivetrain & Axles	6	9	Fall
AT 190 Automotive Facility Orientation *	2	2	Fall
AT 110 Brake Systems	5	7	Spring
AT 220 Electrical II	5	8	Spring
AT 200 Service Department Management	4	6	Spring

Second Year Students
AT 130 Engine Performance I	5	8	Fall
AT 140 Suspensions & Steering	4	6	Fall
AT 160 Engine Repair	6	8	Fall
AT 150 Automatic Transmissions	6	9	Spring
AT 170 Heating & Air Conditioning	4	6	Spring
AT 230 Engine Performance II	4	6	Spring

General Education Requirements for the Associate in Applied Science Degree:

Communications: ENG 111 and ENG 112
Humanities: Any Group 1 course
Mathematics: Placement into MTH 111 or higher, or completion of MTH 23
Science: Any Group 1 course with lab
Social Sciences: Any Group 1 course

The English requirement for this program assumes the student is ready for ENG 111. Likewise, the reading skills of the student should be sufficient to score 80 or higher on the COMPASS test. The Math requirement for this program assumes the student is ready for MTH 111. If incoming students place beneath these levels, preparatory course-work may be required before enrolling in program required courses.

All eight state or ASE certifications must be passed to be awarded the AAS degree.

* May be waived with proof of appropriate work experience or education.