Certificates
Certificates are programs of one year length for full-time students. Certificates require 9 credits of general requirements be completed as well as major requirements for a minimum of 30 credits. Requirements for the certificates may be articulated with the associate of applied science degrees. Contact an advisor for assistance in planning a program of study and choosing appropriate courses.
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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY
The Automotive Technology Certificate program is designed to prepare individuals to secure entry level em-ployment in positions requiring basic technical skills. Successful completion can lead to employment in automobile dealerships, fleet service operations, national chain automotive service stores, or franchise and in-dependent repair shops. Students expecting to gain employment in this industry will need a valid driver’s license with a good driving record, and a personal tool box meeting industry standards (contact department for details).For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please view the Gainful Employment Disclosure form or Website.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Students will be admitted to the Automotive Technology Certificate program when they have met the following requirements:
- Submission of a resume of work experiences and a letter stating why the individual wants to become an automotive technician.
- Completion of a pre-admission interview.
View details of the certificate from the program Website.
CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
(2011-2012 CATALOG)
| Minimum Credit Hours | 33 | ||
| General Requirements | 10 | ||
| Written Communication Skills | |||
| ENGL | S111 | Methods of Written Communication | 3 |
| Oral Communication Skills | |||
| Select one from the following (3 credits) | |||
| COMM | S111 | Fundamentals of Oral Communications* | 3 |
| COMM | S235 | Small Group Communication & Team Building* | 3 |
| COMM | S237 | Interpersonal Communication* | 3 |
| COMM | S241 | Public Speaking* | 3 |
| *Grade of C or better | |||
| Computational Skills | |||
| MATH | S105 | Intermediate Algebra (or higher) | 4 |
| Program Requirements | 23 | ||
| AUTO | S102 | Introduction to Automotive Technology | 3 |
| AUTO | S121 | Auto Electrical I | 3 |
| AUTO | S122 | Engine Performance I | 3 |
| AUTO | S131 | Auto Electrical II | 3 |
| AUTO | S152 | Brake Systems | 4 |
| AUTO | S160 | Manual Drive Train and Axles | 3 |
| AUTO | S162 | Suspension and Alignment | 4 |
CONTACT INFORMATION
University of Alaska Southeast
Office of Admissons
11120 Glacier Highway
Juneau, Alaska 99801
Ph: 907-796-6100
Ph: 877-465-4827 ext. 6100 (toll free)
Program Website: www.uas.alaska.edu/career_ed/automotive
Email: admissions@uas.alaska.edu