Automotive Service Technology, Vocational Certificate
Daytona Beach, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
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TUITION FEES
USD 9,870 / per year *
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning, On-Campus
* $328.96 per credit hour | application fee: $50 for international students
Introduction
The Automotive Service Technology program prepares the student to enter the rapidly changing and highly technical automotive industry and prepares the student to be successful on Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) tests A1 through A8. The entire program is 1800 hours and may be completed in two years. The courses are offered in sequence during the day and evening at the Advanced Technology College. Students will either select a Day or Evening track. The program is divided into nine occupational completion points or courses.
Program Accreditation: The Automotive Service Technology Program is accredited by Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) formerly the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The Advanced Technology College campus is an ASE testing site.
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.
Each semester is set up as a bundle of corequisites. If an individual would like to take only one course, please contact the program director.
Starting points are preferred 1st-semester courses and optional 4th-semester courses.
Mission
The mission of the Automotive Service Technology program is to provide the knowledge, practice, and skill development necessary for a successful career in the automotive service industry. Through advanced teaching, learning, and innovation we build strong ties to the community while emphasizing student success. By embracing excellence and diversity, and fostering innovation we enhance teaching and learning so that high-quality educational opportunities are available to everyone.
Admissions
Scholarships and Funding
DSC Foundation Scholarship
The Daytona State College Foundation is proud to offer scholarships to currently enrolled and incoming students at Daytona State College. We have simplified the application process by inviting you to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Foundation application. Your eligibility will be determined by the information you provide, so please take time to provide as much information as possible.
Additional Scholarship Opportunities
More scholarship opportunities are available requiring an additional application are also available! Keep reading to find out more.
How do I get a scholarship?
Apply in 4 Easy Steps
- Complete the FAFSA® with the DSC code, 001475.
- Write a brief statement in a format you can copy and paste into the DSC Foundation Scholarship application. The statement should focus on your educational and career goals and requires 150 to 300 words. Be sure to spell and grammar check your statement, then save it in a folder to insert it into the DSC Foundation Scholarship application.
- Complete the DSC Foundation Scholarship application. It can be completed in more than one session, but be sure you click ‘Save and Continue’ before logging out. Once complete, click the ‘Submit’ button, and then it's our turn.
- Upload a thank you letter and headshot within 10 days if you receive an email stating you received a DSC Foundation Scholarship.
Curriculum
Program Specific Courses
- AER0014C Automotive Service Assistor and Lab (300 hrs)
- AER0418C Automotive Brake Systems and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0274C Manual Drivetrain and Axle and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0503C Automotive Engine Performance and Lab (300 hrs)
- AER0172C Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0110C Engine Mechanical Service and Repair and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0453C Automotive Steering and Suspension and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0360C Electricity/Electronics Fundamentals and Lab (300 hrs)
- AER0257C Automotive Transmission and Transaxles and Lab (150 hrs)
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester
- AER0014C Automotive Service Assistor and Lab (300 hrs)
- AER0418C Automotive Brake Systems and Lab (150 hrs)
2nd Semester
- AER0274C Manual Drivetrain and Axle and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0503C Automotive Engine Performance and Lab (300 hrs)
3rd Semester
- AER0172C Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0110C Engine Mechanical Service and Repair and Lab (150 hrs)
- AER0453C Automotive Steering and Suspension and Lab (150 hrs)
4th Semester
- AER0360C Electricity/Electronics Fundamentals and Lab (300 hrs)
- AER0257C Automotive Transmission and Transaxles and Lab (150 hrs)
Total Vocational Hours: 60.00 Total Contact Hours: 1800.00
Program Outcome
Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate employability skills.
- Safely perform industry light line service procedures as described by NATEF.
- Diagnose automotive systems.
- Service automotive systems.
- Repair automotive systems.
Program delivery
Full-time on campus/possibility to do it online but without a visa.
English Language Requirements
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