College of Applied Science & Technology 77 Automotive Technology Educational Program (ATEP) is a comprehensive training program covering all major manufacturers' products. Heavy Duty Truck Technology is an articulated program with Davis Applied Technology Center, specializing in current Mack and Volvo White products. Additionally, an Institutional Certificate is offered that prepares students for entry level automotive technician positions in either Chrysler or Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealerships or at independent shops that repair either Chrysler or Ford vehicles. The Automotive Service Technology degree tracks are certified by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). Partnerships with four of the world's largest automotive corporations—Chrysler, Ford, General Motors and Toyota—assure direct access to state-of-the art automotive technology. Although it is normally advantageous to complete one of the specified tracks, a student may elect to take an individual course or courses to meet their particular needs (provided the prerequisites have been met). To assure optimum functioning, individual program tracks may have limited enrollment. See department for details. In addition to the above degree tracks, the Automotive program also has the manufacturer's training centers, listed above, located on campus allowing faculty and students access to the latest equipment, data, and vehicles. Automotive Technology Automotive Technology is a program offered under the Automotive Technology Department. The baccalaureate degree in Automotive Technology is designed to prepare graduates for employment in a wide variety of automotive related industries including field service operations, fleet management, and technical support activities. It will also prepare them to advance in organizations such as: • Original Equipment Manufacturers • Aftermarket Management • Service/Parts Management and Marketing • Collision Repair and Automotive Insurance • Advanced Vehicle Systems Technical Research and Support. To cover the broad range of knowledge and skills that these different organizations require, the degree has three different tracks. They are as follows: • Field Service Operations • Collision Repair and Insurance Management • Advanced Vehicle Systems Automotive Technology graduates will be technically competent and possess strong interpersonal skills. They will have the ability to communicate effectively, be able to solve problems, work in teams, and will have developed an understanding of the need for continued professional development. The Automotive Technology bachelor's degree is designed as a "2+2" program building upon associate degree graduates who have received a degree in automotive service technology, heavy duty truck technology, collision repair, diesel technology, or similar programs. Students who have completed their associate degrees in one of these programs will be admitted as juniors and can complete their baccalaureate degree within two years. Automotive Service Technology (AAS) • Prog ram Pre requ is ite: An interview with the program coordinator or advisor in the desired track is necessary prior to acceptance into the program. • Grade Requ i re m ents: M inimum grade o f" C" in courses required for this major in addition to an overall GPA of 2.00 or higher. • Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 63-67 credit hours is required. • Asse ss m ent Re qu i re me nts: Students will be required to complete certain assessment instruments as part of the overall requirements for receiving their associate's degree. Please see the program coordinator or your advisor or your department for specific information regarding assessment. Advisement Automotive Service students should meet each semester with the program coordinator or faculty advisor for their specific track for advisement. Call 801-626-6579 f°r more information or to schedule an appointment. (Also refer to the Department Advisor Referral List.) Admission Requirements Declare your program of study (see Enrollment Services and Information) and meet with your specific program coordinator or faculty advisor. National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Requirement Automotive Service students are required to take all eight automotive ASE exams. See www.asecert.org for testing information. ASE exam fees are included in the student fees for each course. Exams will be taken twice per year at the end of each semester. Only Collision Repair and Heavy Duty Truck Technology students will be exempt from this requirement. General Education Refer to Degree and General Education Requirements for Associate of Applied Science requirements. The following support courses required for this degree will also be applied toward general education requirements: CHEM 1010 (3) or CHEM 1110 (5), COMM 2110 (3), NTM 1700, a Social Science general education course (3), and a Humanities general education course (but not a second COMM course) (3). Weber State University 2014-2015 Catalog