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Fall Semester 2023 Catalog

Automotive Light Duty Diesel Engine, Technical Certificate of Credit

Overview

Offered at the Waynesboro Site.

Entrance Dates: Spring: Waynesboro
Length of Program: Three Terms
Credit Hours Required for Graduation: 28

Program Description: The light duty diesel engine tech program allows auto service students to pursue a short term training program to learn the basics of maintaining and servicing light duty diesel vehicles and trucks.  There will also be an emphasis on electrical/electronic systems diagnosis as well as engine performance and emissions systems.

Employment Opportunities: Due to the complexity of today’s overhead cam modular engines, highly trained entry level technicians are in high demand for service, diagnostics and repair. Opportunities range from employment in new car dealerships, independent and specialized heating and air conditioning repair facilities, and self-employment opportunities.

Curriculum Outline

Occupational Courses, 28 credits

AUTT 1010INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

2

AUTT 1020AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

7

AUTT 2010AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIR

6

AUTT 1040AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE

7

AUTT 2110AUTOMOTIVE LIGHT DUTY DIESEL ENGINES

6

Guided Pathway

You may click on any course below to view the course description and prerequisite information.

Students who do not follow the Course Sequence listed below may not be able to complete the program in the number of semesters shown.

This TCC is being offered in conjunction with the day program diploma course schedule.

 

 

Waynesboro Day Program

PROGRAM NAME: Automotive Light Duty Diesel Engine Tech TCC

AWARD: Technical Certificate of Credit

CAMPUS: Waynesboro  Day Program

Year 1 Spring Semester

AUTT 1010INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY

2

AUTT 1020AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

7

Year 1 Summer Semester

AUTT 2010AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE REPAIR

6

Year 1 Fall Semester

AUTT 1040AUTOMOTIVE ENGINE PERFORMANCE

7

AUTT 2110AUTOMOTIVE LIGHT DUTY DIESEL ENGINES

6