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Automotive Technology

The Automotive Technology curriculum consists of eight areas of study as defined by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and is certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). This non-profit corporation is dedicated to improving the quality of automotive service and repair as well as assisting in training and program development throughout the nation. The eight content areas of study, along with the College’s general education requirements, are structured into four groups with all eight areas of study being offered during a two-year period. Successful completion of this program will enable students to enter the automotive job market.

Upon admission to the Automotive Program, students are required to purchase a tool set as outlined in the tool section of this catalog. Students are also required to purchase school-approved coveralls and red rags for use in the shops and are responsible for a cleaning fee each semester.

Faculty Advisors: Dave Jones and Steve Schlauch
Length of Program: 4 Semesters
Type of Program: Associate of Applied Science
Semester of Entry: Fall and Spring. The suggested sequence in this catalog is for students entering in the fall semester.
Please see your advisor for a suggested spring entry sequence.

First Semester
Course Number Course Title Credits
AUTO105 Manual Drive Trains and Axles 7
AUTO109 Electrical/Electronic Systems I 8
M111T Technical Mathematics 3
Total Credits 18

Second Semester
AUTO110 Engine Repair 6
AUTO113 Electrical/Electronic Systems II 4
AUTO130 Heating and Air Conditioning 5
CAPP131 Basic MS Office 3
Total Credits 18 (36)

Third Semester
AUTO216 Engine Performance I 8
AUTO221 Brakes and Chassis 6
WRIT121T Introduction to Technical Writing 3
Total Credits 17

Fourth Semester
AUTO260 Applied Lab Experience and Light Repair 4
AUTO231 Engine Performance II 5
AUTO225 Automatic Transmissions / Transaxles and Lab 7
HR110T Career Development and Human Relations 3
Total Credits 19 (72)

Upon successful graduation in the Automotive Technology Program at UM-Helena, a 4-year B.S. degree in Automotive Technology is available through a partnership at Montana State University-Northern.