Program Overview

General Motors Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP) AAAS

Summary

Gain hands-on experience alternating classroom learning with hands-on, paid training at a General Motors dealership. Master fundamental skills and develop an understanding of automotive service business principles.

Completion Award

• Associate of Applied Arts and Sciences

Length of Study

• 125 Credits

Starting Quarter

• Fall

Location

• On Campus

What You’ll Learn

1. Apply fundamentals of automotive service training, including the basics of automotive diagnostics and repair, pre-delivery inspection and warranty repair procedures
2. Identify, inspect, disassemble and assemble components of automotive power plants
3. Apply knowledge of the function, construction, operation, troubleshooting and servicing of disc, drum and ABS brake systems, steering, suspension and wheel alignment
4. Use electronic engine analyzers and scanners to test and tune ignition, fuel injection and emission systems
5. Apply understanding of electrical principles, semi-conductors, microprocessors and wiring diagrams to diagnose and repair malfunctions of automotive electrical systems
6. Apply knowledge of the function, construction, operation, troubleshooting and service of front- and rear-wheel drive manual and automatic transmissions and transaxles
7. Test, service and repair heating and air-conditioning systems

Program Description

The Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences degree is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills leading to an entry-level position as a General Motors Technician. Students interested in advancement are encouraged to pursue a four-year baccalaureate degree using the Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences AS-T2 Planning Guide degree planning guide.

AAAS Degree (125-130 Credits)

• Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this publication. However, the information is subject to change without notice and final career decisions are the responsibility of the student.
• Grade of 2.0 or better for each individual course in the program required.

Program Prerequisites

• A high school diploma or GED
• Instructor permission
• Automotive Skills Test
• Valid driver's license
• Proof of insurability
• All dealers require drug testing
• Instructor interview

General Education Core Requirements (15-20 Credits)

Communication Skills (5 Credits)

• Choose either ENGL& 101 or BTWRT 215.

Human Relations (2-5 Credits)

• Choose one of the following courses: BUS 104, BUS 105, CMST& 101.

Multicultural Understanding (3-5 Credits)

• Choose either BUS 103 or AES 101.

Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 credits)

• BUS 102 Business Mathematics

Automotive Core Requirements (110 Credits)

• AUTOG 170 Fundamentals of GM Auto Service Training
• AUTOG 171 General Motors Engine Repair
• AUTOG 172 GM Brake Systems
• AUTOG 173 GM Steering & Suspension Systems
• AUTOG 174 GM Manual Gear Trains and Transaxles
• AUTOG 175 GM Engine Management and Emissions Systems
• AUTOG 176 GM Electrical Systems
• AUTOG 177 GM Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles
• AUTOG 178 GM Heating and Air Conditioning
• AUTOG 271 Applied Learning GM Engine Mechanical
• AUTOG 272 Applied Learning GM Brake Systems
• AUTOG 273 Applied Learning Steering & Suspension Systems
• AUTOG 275 Applied Learning GM Engine Performance
• AUTOG 276 Applied Learning GM Electrical Systems
• AUTOG 278 Applied Learning GM Heating & Air Cond Systems

Approval To Graduate

• Student Name, SID and Date:
• Faculty Advisor and Date:
• Division Dean and Date:
• Credential Approval and Date:

Program Advisor

• Scott Main, Rm 2153

Program Information

• Length of Program: 125-130 Credits, 4-6 Quarters
• Completion Award: AAAS
• Enrollment: Fall
• Approximate Quarterly Costs: $500.00 (in addition to tuition, books and parking)

Careers & Opportunities

• The demand for dealer-trained technicians should remain strong over the next decade. Employment opportunities exist as a General Motors Service Technician. With additional experience and education, many technicians can become a Parts or Service Manager: some may seek positions in sales, management or open their own related business.
• Potential employers include: Upon completion, graduates may be hired by a new car dealership.

Sample Degree Map

• The following outline is designed to provide you with an understanding of what a full-time sequence looks like. This degree is highly structured and cohort-based, with little to no room for modification. Even so, we strongly encourage every student to meet with an Academic Advisor or program faculty member to make sure their degree plan meets their needs and goals.

Quarter 1 (Winter)

• AUTOG 170 Fundamentals of GM Auto Service Training | 8 credits
• AUTOG 173 GM Steering & Suspension Systems | 8 credits
• AUTOG 173 GM Steering & Suspension Systems | 8 credits

Quarter 2 (Spring)

• AUTOG 171 General Motors Engine Repair | 8 credits
• AUTOG 175 GM Engine Management and Emissions Systems | 8 credits
• AUTOG 272 Applied Learning GM Brake Systems | 6 credits
• AUTOG 273 Applied Learning Steering & Suspension Systems | 6 credits

Quarter 3 (Summer)

• AUTOG 174 GM Manual Gear Trains and Transaxles | 8 credits
• AUTOG 177 GM Automatic Transmissions/Transaxles | 8 credits
• AUTOG 271 Applied Learning GM Engine Mechanical | 6 credits
• AUTOG 275 Applied Learning GM Engine Performance | 6 credits

Quarter 4 (Fall)

• AUTOG 176 GM Electrical Systems | 12 credits
• AUTOG 178 GM Heating and Air Conditioning | 6 credits
• AUTOG 274 Applied Learning GM Manual Drivetrain Systems | 6 credits
• AUTOG 277 Applied Learning Transmissions/Transaxles | 6 credits

Quarter 5 (Winter)

• Multicultural Understanding course such as
  • AES 101 Power and Positionality in the United States | 5 credits
  • BUS 103 Multiculturalism in the Workplace | 3 credits
• Communication skills course such as
  • ENGL& 101 English Composition I | 5 credits
  • BTWRT 215 Business Communications | 5 credits

Quarter 6 (Spring)

• Quantitative skills course such as
  • BUS 102 Business Mathematics | 5 credits
  • MATH& 107 Math in Society | 5 credits
• Human Relations course such as
  • BUS 104 Human Relations in Business | 5 credits
  • BUS 105 Essentials of Human Relations | 2 credits

Tuition & Fees

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

• Per Quarter
  • WA-Resident: $126.47 (1 credit), $632.35 (5 credits), $1,387.14 (12 credits)
  • Non-WA resident, US citizen, & Eligible non-citizen, On Campus: $246.49 (1 credit), $1,232.45 (5 credits), $2,487.04 (12 credits)
  • Non-WA resident, Non-US citizen: $327.01 (1 credit), $1,635.05 (5 credits), $3,408.94 (12 credits)
  • Non-WA resident, US citizen, Online Only: $144.67 (1 credit), $723.35 (5 credits), $1,571.08 (12 credits)

Additional Fees

• Auto Dealer Programs: Approximately $1700 per quarter in tools and equipment
• Automotive: Approximately $63 per quarter

Ways to pay for school

• Federal aid, scholarships, grants, and more are available to help you pay for school.