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.

Students interested in a certificate should apply through the Office of Admissions (contact information below).

To view the details of our other undergraduate degree options select:

Bachelor Degrees | Associate Degrees | Certificates | Minors

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

The Automotive Technology Certificate program is de-signed to prepare individuals to secure entry level em-ployment in positions requiring basic technical skills. Successful completion can lead to employment in au-tomobile 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).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Students will be admitted to the Automotive Technology Certificate program when they have met the following requirements:

1. Submission of a resume of work experiences and a letter stating why the individual wants to become an automotive technician.
2. Completion of a pre-admission interview.

View details of the certificate from the program Web site.

CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS
(2007-2008 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 Web site: www.uas.alaska.edu/automotive
Email: admissions@uas.alaska.edu