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Automotive Service I Proficiency Certificate
Philadelphia , United States
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
18 credits
Details
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Vehicle Electrical Systems | Vehicle Mechanics | Automotive Technology
Area of study
Manufacturing and Processing
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
Automotive Service I Proficiency Certificate
Overview
The Automotive Service I Proficiency Certificate is designed for individuals who are interested in entering the field of automotive technology with a basic set of core skills.
Program Duration and Type
- Program Duration: Short-term
- Degree Type: Proficiency Certificate
Total Credit Hours
- Total Credit Hours: 18
About This Certificate
Students who complete the Proficiency Certificate will be prepared to obtain employment in a small shop, dealership, or franchise-based repair facility. When completed, the courses may be applied towards the Automotive Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree.
Course Sequence
| Course Number and Name | Prerequisites | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AT 100 - Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 credits | |
| AT 111 - Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems | AT 100, which may be taken concurrently | 4 credits |
| AT 121 - Principles of Automotive Electricity and Electronics | AT 100, which may be taken concurrently | 3 credits |
| AT 150 - Automotive Braking Systems | AT 100, which may be taken concurrently | 2 credits |
| AT 181 - Auto Engine Mechanical Repair | AT 100, which may be taken concurrently | 4 credits |
| AT 250 - Advanced Braking Systems & Controls | AT 121, AT 150 | 2 credits |
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the Automotive Service I proficiency certificate, students will be able to:
- Perform remedial mechanical engine repairs
- Diagnose and repair an automotive braking system, including anti-lock braking concerns
- Repair an automotive steering and suspension system and perform four-wheel alignment using alignment equipment
- Diagnose an electrical fault using a wiring schematic and repair the electrical system
Career Outlook
- Median Salary of a First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers: $73,801
- Number of Jobs in the Region: 2,933
- 10-year Job Outlook in the Region for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers: +2.8%
Featured Career
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers
- Supervise and coordinate assignments of mechanics, installers and repairers.
- Starting Pay: $48,010
Typical Tasks
- Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel.
- Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
- Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.
- Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings.
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