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Degree at a Glance

Degree Type

Associate of Applied Science

Location

Windsor Campus

Credits

78

Tuition*

In-District
$11,553
In-State
$18,852
WUE
$27,696
Out-of-State
$51,792
Est. Lab/Course Fees
$1,924

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Master Automobile Service Technology

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Master Automobile Service Technology

Master Automobile Service TechnologyRequirements

In six semesters, explore the classes that will teach you to understand and repair the various mechanical and technological systems that keep cars running smoothly. 

Gain knowledge and skills in:

  • Automotive shop safety
  • Engine repair and rebuilding
  • Brake systems
  • Suspension and steering
  • Automotive electrical systems
  • Starting and charging systems
  • Manual and automatic transmissions
  • Automobile computers and ignition systems 

After your first year, you’ll have enough skills to find a part-time job. Your instructors will help you partner with a local business to earn money while earning your degree. 

General education requirements round out your learning experience and reinforce the practical soft skills employers want. Study mathematics, communications, business, science and humanities.

General Education Requirements

Select one of the following:

  • Introduces the application of fundamental business principles to local, national, and international forums. This course examines the relationship of economic systems, governance, regulations, and law upon business operations. It surveys the concepts of career development, business ownership, finance and accounting, economics, marketing, management, operations, human resources, regulations, and business ethics. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • This course introduces basic computer terminology, file management, and PC system components. Provides an overview of office application software including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation graphics. Includes the use of a web browser to access the Internet. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Combines the basic theories of communication with public speech performance skills. Emphasis is on speech preparation, organization, support, audience analysis, and delivery. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3

Select one of the following:

  • Emphasizes effective business writing and cover letters, memoranda, reports, application letters, and resumes. This course includes the fundamentals of business communication and an introduction to international communication. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Emphasizes the planning, writing, and revising of compositions, including the development of critical and logical thinking skills. This course includes a wide variety of compositions that stress analytical, evaluative, and persuasive/argumentative writing. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Develops skills one can apply to a variety of technical documents. Focuses on principles for organizing, writing, and revising clear, readable documents for industry, business, and government. This is a statewide Guaranteed Transfer course in the GT-CO1 category. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3

Select one of the following:

  • Covers material designed for career and technical students who need to study particular mathematical topics. Topics include measurement, algebra, geometry, statistics, and graphs. These are presented at an introductory level and the emphasis is on applications. Course readiness is determined by review of high school transcripts, assessment, and/or meeting with an Aims Academic Advisor. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    3
  • Any higher-level mathematics course (3 credits)

Select one course from the following prefixes (3 credits)

  • ANT, ART, ECO, GEO, HIS, HUM, LIT, MUS, PHI, PSC, PSY, SOC, THE, or any foreign language

Select one course from the following prefixes (3 credits)

  • AST, BIO, CHE, ENV, GEY, MET, PHY, SCI
Total General Education Credits 15

Major Requirements

  • Covers safety instruction in the shop and on the automobile. Emphasis on the proper use and care of test equipment, precision measuring and machining equipment, gaskets, adhesives, tubing, wiring, jacks, presses, and cleaning equipment and techniques. Differential tuition rates apply.  This course has admissions requirements. Please see the program web page for more information: https://www.aims.edu/degrees-certificates/master-automobile-service-technology . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    Department approval is required.
    2
  • Introduces the basic theory of automotive braking systems including operation, diagnosis, basic repair of disc and drum friction assemblies, and basic hydraulic braking systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program accreditation requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers diagnostics, test procedures, and repair to automotive foundation braking system. This course also introduces the components, types of Antilock Braking Systems (ABS), and traction control systems of current vehicles. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program accreditation requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1010 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Introduces vehicle electricity, basic electrical theory, circuit designs, and wiring methods. This course focuses on multimeter usage and wiring diagrams. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers the operation of electrical systems including vehicles safety concerns of vehicle lighting systems, Supplemental Inflatable Restraints (SIR), windshield wipers, driver warning systems, and vehicle accessories. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program requirements. Differential tuition rates apply. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1020 with a grade of "C" or better.
    1
  • Covers the operation and theory of a vehicle battery, testing, service, and repair of starting and charging systems including voltage testing, draw testing. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST program requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1022 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers how to perform basic engine diagnosis to determine condition of engine including engine support systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Focuses on the diagnosis and repair of automotive fuel emission control systems, filter systems, and spark plugs. This course also includes maintenance to Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) systems. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1030 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Focuses on diagnosis and service of suspension and steering systems and components. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers design, diagnosis, inspection, service of suspension, and steering systems used on light trucks and automobiles including power steering and Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) service. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1040 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers the operating principles and repair procedures relating to axle-shafts, propeller shafts, and universal joints. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Focuses on the diagnosis and repair of automotive manual transmissions, transaxles, clutches, and related components. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1050 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Teaches the student skills to check, inspect, and replace parts necessary to rebuild differential assembly. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1050, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers operation, diagnosis and repair procedures of manual transmission and transaxle assemblies. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1051 with a grade of "C" or better.
    1
  • Focuses on the service of cylinder head, valve-train components, and cooling system components including engine removal, re-installation, and re-mounting systems. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1030 and ASE 1062 with grades of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers engine sealing requirements and repair procedures including engine fasteners, bolt torque, repair of fasteners, cooling system, and basic engine maintenance. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1023 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Continues to build upon the principles that are expected to be understood by students. Differential tuition rates apply .  Course is repeatable with a maximum of 6 credit hours.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1001 or DPM 1001 with a grade of "C" or better.
    0-6
  • (must be taken for 1 credit)
  • Focuses on the disassembly, diagnosis, and reassembly of the automotive engine including the diagnostic and repair procedures for the engine block and cylinder head assemblies. This course meets MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1060 with a grade of "C" or better.
    4
  • Focuses on the diagnosis and repair of automotive differentials, four wheel drive units, and all-wheel drive units. This course meets MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Covers the operation and theory of the modern automotive braking systems including the operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of the anti-lock braking systems and power assist units. This course also covers the machining operations of today's automobile brake systems. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1011 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Focuses on diagnostic techniques and the use of diagnostic scan tools, oscilloscopes, lab scopes, multi-meters, and gas analyzers. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 2193 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Focuses on practical methods of maintaining, servicing, and performing minor adjustments on an automatic transmission and transaxle. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    1
  • Covers diagnosis, principles of hydraulics, principles of electronic components, power flow, theory of operation including removal, installation, and replacement of transmission/transaxle and components. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 2050 or DPM 1033 with a grade of "C" or better.
    3
  • Covers the diagnosis, repair, and rebuild of automatic transmissions and transaxles including the hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical components. This course meets MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 2051 with a grade of "C" or better.
    2
  • Covers basic operation of heating and air conditioning components. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001 with grades of "C" or better.
    1
  • Covers the diagnosis and service of vehicle heating and air conditioning systems and their components. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1001 and ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001, and ASE 2064 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Provides a comprehensive study of the theory, operation, diagnosis, and repair of vehicle accessories. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply. Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1001 and ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001, and ASE 1020, ASE 1022, and ASE 1023 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Focuses on the inspection and testing of typical computerized engine control and ignition systems. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1001 and ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001, and ASE 2191 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Focuses on the diagnosis and repair of electronic fuel injection systems and modern exhaust systems. This course meets AST/MAST requirements. Differential tuition rates apply .  Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1001 and ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001, and ASE 2192 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
  • Covers operation of steering and power steering systems including different alignment types and procedures. Differential tuition rates apply . Course is not repeatable for credit.
    Course Prerequisites
    ASE 1001 and ASE 1070, or DPM 1000 and DPM 1001, and ASE 1040 and ASE 1041 with grades of "C" or better.
    3
Total Major Credits 64
Total A.A.S. Degree Credits 79