Automotive Technology AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
This program familiarizes the student with the technical aspects of operating and servicing various components and systems used in automotive applications. Classroom lecture is devoted to theory of operation, troubleshooting and repair. Lab work incorporates work on equipment in which safety, business ethics, testing procedures, and techniques are emphasized. Jobs are plentiful for automotive technicians with the strong electronics background needed to work on todays vehicles. The growing complexity of automotive technology, the introduction of hybrid vehicles, the increased use of electronics and emissions control systems and the demand for increased fuel efficiency, all require that vehicles be serviced by highly trained technicians. Rising consumer purchase power; expansion of the driving-age population; and automobiles needing maintenance for pollution control, safety devices and air conditioning contribute to the growth of this occupation.
Established in 1983
CIP: 47-0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
64 Weeks ( 1488.00 Hours / 65.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,100.00 |
| Books | $4,751.00 |
| Fees | $2,001.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $1,200.00 |
| Total Cost | $17,052.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Standard Moraine Valley application process. Meet with academic advisor to evaluate any transfer eligible credits and create an academic plan. Accuplacer test may be required. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Open Entry/Exit
Performance Data
Program: Automotive Technology AAS
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
This program familiarizes the student with the technical aspects of operating and servicing various components and systems used in automotive applications. Classroom lecture is devoted to theory of operation, troubleshooting and repair. Lab work incorporates work on equipment in which safety, business ethics, testing procedures, and techniques are emphasized. Jobs are plentiful for automotive technicians with the strong electronics background needed to work on todays vehicles. The growing complexity of automotive technology, the introduction of hybrid vehicles, the increased use of electronics and emissions control systems and the demand for increased fuel efficiency, all require that vehicles be serviced by highly trained technicians. Rising consumer purchase power; expansion of the driving-age population; and automobiles needing maintenance for pollution control, safety devices and air conditioning contribute to the growth of this occupation.
Established in 1983
CIP: 47-0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician.
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
Education Information
Community College Certificate of Completion
64 Weeks ( 1488.00 Hours / 65.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $9,100.00 |
| Books | $4,751.00 |
| Fees | $2,001.00 |
| Other Expenses(Materials, Supplies, Tools, Uniforms, etc) | $1,200.00 |
| Total Cost | $17,052.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Standard Moraine Valley application process. Meet with academic advisor to evaluate any transfer eligible credits and create an academic plan. Accuplacer test may be required. The maximum tuition and fees amount approved for this occupation is $8,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Internships
- Classroom Instruction
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Open Entry/Exit