Automotive Technology
Area of Study

Automotive Technology

The Master Automobile Service Technology (MAST) is an accredited program designed to train students in engine performance, engine repair, automatic transmissions and transaxles, manual drive trains, braking systems, steering and suspension systems, electrical systems, electronic components and HVAC.

Automotive Steering & Suspension

TOTAL CREDITS
9
CIP:
470604
BANNER:
AB8
Certificate

Program Requirements

Total Credits 9
Course Number Course Title Credits Details
ASE101ASE1001
Auto Shop Orientation 2

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. (1-2)

ASE140ASE1040
Suspension & Steering I 2

Focuses on diagnosis and service of suspension and steering systems and components. This course meets MLR/AST/MAST requirements. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)

ASE141ASE1041
Suspension & Steering II 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. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ASE1001 with a "C" grade or better. (1-2)

ASE294ASE2194
Suspension & Steering III 3

Covers operation of steering and power steering systems including different alignment types and procedures. (1-3.5)

Degree & Certificate Options

Automotive Technology

Associate of Applied Science
75 Credits

Automotive Maintenance and Inspection

Certificate
6 Credits

Automotive Brake Systems

Certificate
8 Credits

Automotive Electrical

Certificate
7 Credits

Automotive Manual Powertrains & Clutches

Certificate
9 Credits

Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning

Certificate
6 Credits

Automotive Steering & Suspension

Certificate
9 Credits

Automotive Engines

Certificate
14 Credits

Automatic Transmission Service

Certificate
8 Credits

Advanced Automotive Electrical

Certificate
10 Credits

Automotive Drivability & Emissions

Certificate
12 Credits

Automotive & Diesel Master Technician

Certificate
Credits

Faculty

Justin Mertens
Auto/Diesel Faculty
970-521-6868
Sterling, Applied Technology Campus
Layton Peterman
Automotive & Diesel Faculty
970-521-6794
Applied Technology Campus
Layton Peterman

Staff

Dena Kerker Brunelle
Administrative Assistant II-Applied Technology Campus
970-521-6739
Applied Technology Campus