Automotive Technology – General Option, Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Option, High Performance Option, Light-Duty Diesel Option
State Technical College of Missouri offers the person who wants to become a skilled automotive service technician the opportunity to work in one of the best-equipped shops in Missouri under the supervision of competent, thoroughly trained instructors. As a result of its commitment to high quality automotive service technology education, State Technical College of Missouri instructors are Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certified Automobile Technicians in the areas they teach. The Automotive Technology program is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).
Enrollment in the Automotive Technology program is limited and students are selected for this program on a competitive basis. Contact the Office of Admissions for the specific application requirements and deadline.
Students have four Automotive Technology Associate of Applied Science degree options from which to choose. All options fully educate students in the fundamentals of the automobile field so that they have a background that supports advancement within the industry or that allows them to begin a business of their own. The General Option includes instruction on all the systems of conventional gasoline powered vehicles. The Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Option includes instruction on systems specific to electric and hybrid powered vehicles. The Light-Duty Diesel Option includes instruction on light-duty diesel engines. The High Performance Option provides training in the modification and construction of performance vehicles used in motorsports. If time allows, students in the General Option may elect to take additional courses in welding, high performance modifications, electric/hybrid systems, and diesel engines to develop additional skills and should consult their advisors if they wish to do so.
Students may also choose to pursue a one-year technical certificate in General Automotive or Maintenance and Light Repair. Automotive Technology certificate students receive supportive training in related fields such as math, metal work, and communications.
The Automotive Technology program contributes to the green economy by teaching students to repair and maintain vehicles that may otherwise be discarded. Instruction on hybrid vehicles and alternative fuels is also included in the program. During their education, students use computers to diagnose and correct problems that affect automotive emission systems to help reduce the carbon footprint. The program is recognized by the Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) as complying with the 1990 United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Clean Air Act requirements for refrigerant recovery and recycling to protect the environment. Solvents and other chemicals are recycled to help reduce water, air, and soil contamination.
Students who graduate with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Technology may pursue a second Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Collision Technology. Basic Welding (WLT 128) or ACT Welding (WLT 161) is a prerequisite for Automotive Technology students who wish to obtain a second degree or certificate in Automotive Collision Technology. The courses for the second Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Collision Technology will be offered in the same sequence and semester that they are being taught for the full-time Automotive Collision Technology program. The second Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Collision Technology may be completed in two semesters if scheduling permits.
It is a graduation requirement of the Automotive Technology (AMT) program for students to earn a grade of “C” or better in all “Core Curriculum” and “Program Requirements” courses.
To view program outcome data, visit https://statetechmo.edu/automotive-technology-program-facts/.
Program Mission
The mission of the Automotive Technology program is to prepare students with the higher education, technical, and interpersonal skills needed for employment in the challenging and highly technical career of Automotive Technology with the foundation for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Technician Certification.
Program Goals
The goals of the program are to provide the opportunity for students to develop:
- Effective communication skills.
- Critical thinking skills for troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques.
- Technical knowledge and understanding necessary for applied tasks in the eight Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) areas.
- Computer skills to find and research automotive data using multiple software databases and via the Internet.
- Skills in repairing and modifying automotive systems as appropriate for each program option.
- Personal social traits, which are essential for the successful automotive technician.
- A professional attitude toward the automotive industry including continuing education.
Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS)
Classification of Instructional Programs - 47.0604
Core Curriculum
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | 101 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics I | 4 |
| AMT | 120 | Project Management | 3 |
| AMT | 146 | Automotive Engine Mechanical | 6 |
| AMT | 205 | Automotive Brake Systems | 4 |
| AMT | 206 | Automotive Suspension and Steering | 4 |
| AMT | 258 | Introduction to Automotive Drivetrains and Axles | 3 |
| AMT | 259 | Automotive Drivetrains and Axles | 6 |
| Optional: | |||
| AMT | 191 | Internship (Optional) | 6 |
| HEO | 151 | Basic Commercial Driver License | 1 |
| HEO | 152 | Basic Commercial Driver License Lab | 1 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 30-38 | ||
General Education Requirements
Refer to the General Education Requirements and General Education Courses in the College Catalog.
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | 19 | ||
| May Not Include: | |||
| ASC | 104 | Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab I | 4 |
| ASC | 106 | Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab II | 4 |
| NST | 101 | Network Fundamentals | 3 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 19 | ||
Program Requirements - General Option
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | 139 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics II | 5 |
| AMT | 210 | Heating/Air Conditioning | 6 |
| AMT | 215 | Introduction to Automotive Electrical/Electronics III | 3 |
| AMT | 216 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics III | 6 |
| Optional: | |||
| PMT | 196 | Machining Essentials | 3 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 20-23 | ||
Program Requirements - Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Option
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | 139 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics II | 5 |
| or | |||
| AMT | 244 | Light-Duty Diesel Engines and Control Systems | 5 |
| AMT | 210 | Heating/Air Conditioning | 6 |
| AMT | 215 | Introduction to Automotive Electrical/Electronics III | 3 |
| AMT | 216 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics III | 6 |
| AMT | 270 | Electric/Hybrid Drive Systems | 6 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 26 | ||
Program Requirements - High Performance Option
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | 139 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics II | 5 |
| AMT | 200 | Sheet Metal Fabrication | 3 |
| AMT | 263 | High Performance Drivetrains | 6 |
| AMT | 265 | Performance Suspension Design | 5 |
| PMT | 196 | Machining Essentials | 3 |
| WLT | 128 | Basic Welding | 3 |
| or | |||
| WLT | 161 | ACT Welding | 2 |
| WLT | 225 | Welding and Fabrication for High Performance Vehicles | 2 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 26-27 | ||
Program Requirements - Light-Duty Diesel Option
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | 210 | Heating/Air Conditioning | 6 |
| AMT | 215 | Introduction to Automotive Electrical/Electronics III | 3 |
| AMT | 216 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics III | 6 |
| AMT | 244 | Light-Duty Diesel Engines and Control Systems | 5 |
| WLT | 128 | Basic Welding | 3 |
| or | |||
| WLT | 161 | ACT Welding | 2 |
| Optional: | |||
| PMT | 196 | Machining Essentials | 3 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 22-26 | ||
Graduation Requirements
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 125 | Job Search Strategies | 1 |
| SEM | 135 | Ford Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR) Service Training Seminar | 0 |
| or | |||
| SEM | 145 | Subaru-U Training Seminar | 0 |
|
It is a graduation requirement of the Automotive Technology (AMT) program for students to earn a grade of "C" or better in all "Core Curriculum" and "Program Requirements" courses. |
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| SUB-TOTAL | 1 | ||
| PROGRAM TOTAL | 70-85 | ||
General Automotive Certificate - One-Year (C1)
Classification of Instructional Programs - 47.0604
Core Curriculum
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | 101 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics I | 4 |
| AMT | 139 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics II | 5 |
| or | |||
| AMT | 244 | Light-Duty Diesel Engines and Control Systems | 5 |
| SEM | 135 | Ford Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR) Service Training Seminar | 0 |
| or | |||
| SEM | 145 | Subaru-U Training Seminar | 0 |
|
This certificate is custom-designed with instructor's permission. 16 credits of Automotive Technology courses are required in addition to the one-year certificate core curriculum and general education requirements. |
16 | ||
| SUB-TOTAL | 25 | ||
General Education Requirements
Refer to the General Education Requirements and General Education Courses in the College Catalog.
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Must Include: | |||
|
Three credit hours from Area 1. Oral & Written Communication |
3 | ||
|
Three credit hours from Area 5. Technical Literacy |
3 | ||
| May Not Include: | |||
| NST | 101 | Network Fundamentals | 3 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 6 | ||
Program Requirements
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| MAT | 051 | Introductory Algebra | 4 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 4 | ||
Graduation Requirements
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 125 | Job Search Strategies | 1 |
|
It is a graduation requirement of the Automotive Technology (AMT) program for students to earn a grade of "C" or better in all "Core Curriculum" and "Program Requirements" courses. |
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| SUB-TOTAL | 1 | ||
| PROGRAM TOTAL | 36 | ||
Maintenance & Light Repair Certificate - One-Year (C1)
Classification of Instructional Programs - 47.0604
Core Curriculum
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| AMT | 101 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics I | 4 |
| AMT | 139 | Automotive Electrical/Electronics II | 5 |
| or | |||
| AMT | 244 | Light-Duty Diesel Engines and Control Systems | 5 |
| AMT | 205 | Automotive Brake Systems | 4 |
| AMT | 206 | Automotive Suspension and Steering | 4 |
| AMT | 210 | Heating/Air Conditioning | 6 |
| SEM | 135 | Ford Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR) Service Training Seminar | 0 |
| or | |||
| SEM | 145 | Subaru-U Training Seminar | 0 |
| Optional: | |||
| AMT | 120 | Project Management | 3 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 23-26 | ||
General Education Requirements
Refer to the General Education Requirements and General Education Courses in the College Catalog.
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Must Include: | |||
|
Three credit hours from Area 1. Oral & Written Communication |
3 | ||
|
Three credit hours from Area 5. Technical Literacy |
3 | ||
| May Not Include: | |||
| NST | 101 | Network Fundamentals | 3 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 6 | ||
Program Requirements
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| WLT | 128 | Basic Welding | 3 |
| or | |||
| WLT | 161 | ACT Welding | 2 |
| MAT | 051 | Introductory Algebra | 4 |
| SUB-TOTAL | 6-7 | ||
Graduation Requirements
| Credit Hours | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| COM | 125 | Job Search Strategies | 1 |
|
It is a graduation requirement of the Automotive Technology (AMT) program for students to earn a grade of "C" or better in all "Core Curriculum" and "Program Requirements" courses. |
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| SUB-TOTAL | 1 | ||
| PROGRAM TOTAL | 36-40 | ||
Courses
AMT 101: Automotive Electrical/Electronics I
Theory/application of the operation and repair of electrical systems generally associated with the automotive engine. Includes the discussion and use of specific hand tools and equipment. Safety is stressed.
Credit Hours: 4
AMT 120: Project Management
This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to handle problems facing management, better equipping him/her for the automotive technician career. Some topics discussed include: keeping accurate records, merchandising, writing repair orders, figuring flat rate time, handling customer relations, and terminology as applied to the automotive industry.
Credit Hours: 3
AMT 139: Automotive Electrical/Electronics II
Application/service of electrical systems associated with the automotive engine. Theory/application/operation and diagnosis of automotive fuel and emission systems. Emphasis is put on an individual component operation, advanced system diagnostics, failure analysis, and proper service procedures. Safety is stressed.
Requisite:
Prerequisite AMT 101 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 5
AMT 146: Automotive Engine Mechanical
Theory/Construction/Operation of the internal combustion engine. Emphasis is put on proper diagnosis, failure analysis, and using the proper service procedures according to manufacturers specifications. Safety is stressed.
Credit Hours: 6
AMT 191: Internship (Optional)
The optional internship is a paid work experience in the automotive industry that develops and reinforces the student's skills. The minimum hours worked will be 320 hours. Only Associate of Applied Science degree students who have successfully completed at least 12 credit hours of AMT classes and earned a 2.500 GPA in all classes are eligible for the AMT internship.
Requisites:
Prerequisite AMT 101
and
Prerequisite AMT 139
and
Prerequisite AMT 146
or
Prerequisite AMT 101
and
Prerequisite AMT 146
and
Prerequisite AMT 244
Credit Hours: 6
AMT 200: Sheet Metal Fabrication
This course teaches the skills and use of equipment needed to perform sheet metal fabrication of components related to performance and vintage vehicles.
Credit Hours: 3
AMT 205: Automotive Brake Systems
Theory/Application/Service of the automotive brake systems components. Emphasis is given to live work, diagnosis, failure analysis, and following service procedures as outlined by the manufacturer. A component of electronic brake systems is also included. Safety is stressed.
Credit Hours: 4
AMT 206: Automotive Suspension and Steering
Theory/Application/Service of the automotive suspension and steering system components. Emphasis is given to live work, diagnosis, failure analysis, and following service procedures as outlined by the manufacturer. A component of electronic suspension systems and wheel alignment is also included. Safety is stressed.
Credit Hours: 4
AMT 210: Heating/Air Conditioning
Theory/Application/Service of the component functions of the heating and air conditioning systems. Emphasis is given to live work diagnosis, failure analysis, and following the proper service procedures as outlined by the manufacturers specifications. Special emphasis is put on the proper handling of refrigerants. Safety is stressed.
Credit Hours: 6
AMT 215: Introduction to Automotive Electrical/Electronics III
This course introduces the theories, application, and servicing of electronic power accessories with emphasis on failure analysis and proper service procedures.
Requisites:
Corequisite AMT 101 minimum grade C
and
Corequisite AMT 139 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 3
AMT 216: Automotive Electrical/Electronics III
This course continues the study of the theories, applications, and servicing of electronic power accessories with emphasis on failure analysis and proper service procedures. Special emphasis is put on accessories such as electric windows, door locks, electric seats, cruise controls, and body computers. This course includes a large component of advanced engine performance and electronic diagnostics. Safety is stressed.
Requisite:
Corequisite AMT 215 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 6
AMT 244: Light-Duty Diesel Engines and Control Systems
Theory, application, and service of light-duty diesel engine fuel and electronic engine management systems.
Requisite:
Prerequisite AMT 101 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 5
AMT 258: Introduction to Automotive Drivetrains and Axles
This course introduces the theories, applications, and servicing of the components used in automotive and light truck drivertrain systems.
Credit Hours: 3
AMT 259: Automotive Drivetrains and Axles
This course continues the study of the theories, applications, and servicing of the components used in automotive and light truck drivertrain systems. Emphasis is given to live work diagnosis, failure analysis, and following proper service procedures as outlined by the manufacturers' specifications. Safety is stressed.
Credit Hours: 6
AMT 263: High Performance Drivetrains
This course teaches modification and design of engines and transmissions used in high performance vehicles. Emphasis will be on safety, selecting proper components, and calculating vehicle demand.
Requisite:
Prerequisite AMT 146 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 6
AMT 265: Performance Suspension Design
This course teaches performance suspension modifications for motorsports competition vehicles.
Requisites:
Prerequisite AMT 205 minimum grade C
and
Prerequisite AMT 206 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 5
AMT 270: Electric/Hybrid Drive Systems
This course teaches the theory, application, operation, and diagnosis of automotive electrical and hybrid propulsion systems. Emphasis is on individual component operation, proper testing, and diagnosis as outlined by the manufacturer. Safety is stressed.
Requisites:
Corequisite AMT 139 minimum grade C
or
Corequisite AMT 244 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 6
HEO 151: Basic Commercial Driver License
This lecture course is a professional course that teaches the fundamentals of safe driving practices and identifying the hazards of a Class "A" Commercial Motor Vehicle. Students are prepared to take the written and pre-trip inspection portions of the Missouri Department Motor Vehicle Commerical Driver's License (CDL) exam. This course is intended for non-HEO majors.
Requisite:
Prerequisite Instructor's permission based on verification of:
1) driving record that is eligible for a Missouri Class A CDL,
2) complete, current, and valid Medical Examination Report and Certificate for Commercial Driver Fitness Determination, and
3) successful drug screen(s).
Credit Hours: 1
HEO 152: Basic Commercial Driver License Lab
The Commercial Driver's License (CDL) lab teaches Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) pre-trip inspection requirements, basic maneuver skills, safe on-road skills that are performed on public streets and highways. This course is intended for non-HEO majors.
Requisite:
Corequisite HEO 151 NOTE: Each student will be required to have a Class A CDL permit for the driving portion of this class and maintain eligibility to take the Missouri Class A CDL examination.
Credit Hours: 1
PMT 196: Machining Essentials
This course teaches how to safely perform fundamental machining operations using mills, lathes, and other machine shop equipment. Precision measurement skills are also included.
Credit Hours: 3
SEM 135: Ford Maintenance & Light Repair (MLR) Service Training Seminar
The MLR service training seminar is an internet based series of courses designed by Ford Motor Company for entry level technicians at Ford Dealerships and for NATEF approved training programs like the college's Automotive Technology Program. The seminar allows students to gain Ford Motor Company recognized certification before entering the job market.
Requisites:
Prerequisite Classroom instruction in the ASE Mechanical area
and
Prerequisite instructor's permission.
Credit Hours: 0
SEM 145: Subaru-U Training Seminar
The Subaru-U training seminar is an internet based series of courses designed by Subaru for entry level technicians at Subaru Dealerships and for NATEF approved training programs like the college's Automotive Technology Program. The seminar allows students to gain Subaru recognized certification before entering the job market.
Requisite:
Prerequisite Classroom instruction in the ASE Mechanical area
and instructor's permission.
Credit Hours: 0
WLT 128: Basic Welding
Basic principles and fundamentals of SMAW, Oxy-fuel (welding, cutting and brazing), GTAW and GMAW.
Credit Hours: 3
WLT 161: ACT Welding
This course teaches the metal work skills needed in the automotive collision repair industry. Students learn to perform gas metal arc welding (GMAW) on auto body steel and use an oxy-fuel torch to cut and shrink metal while completing I-CAR certification projects.
Credit Hours: 2
WLT 225: Welding and Fabrication for High Performance Vehicles
This course teaches welding and fabrication for high performance motorsports. It includes bending, notching, and designing roll cages and frames using mild steel tubing, chrome moly tubing, and aluminum. The welding processes used are GTAW and GMAW.
Requisite:
Corequisite WLT 128 minimum grade C
Credit Hours: 2
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