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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYAssociate in Applied Science Degree Certi�cate of AchievementCerti�cate of Competence

Program Coordinator Milton AyakawaO�ce ET 101CPhone 455-0439mayakawa@hawaii.edu

CTE Counselor Ann DoradoO�ce GT 111Phone 455-0652adorado@hawaii.edu

�e goals of the program are: (1) to prepare students with the skills and competencies necessary for a successful career as an automotive technician; (2) to instill in students the work habits and attitudes necessary to work in a highly competitive �eld; and (3) to provide students with the basic skills necessary to become lifelong learners in order to keep abreast of the latest technological changes in the automotive �eld. In order to promote a student’s readiness and success, prerequisites have been established for each AMT certi�cate and degree and for AMT courses. �e competencies students are expected to achieve in the AMT program are based on the tasks prescribed by National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) for technician certi�cation.

Recommended high school preparation: Pre-Algebra, Electronics, Chemistry or Physics, Industrial Arts.

Ford ASSET OptionAutomotive Student Service Educational Training (ASSET) is a Statewide program sponsored by Ford Motor Company, Ford and Lincoln/Mercury Dealers and Leeward CC. It is a two-year program designed to develop entry-level service technicians for Ford and Lincoln/Mercury dealerships. ASSET provides the student with a unique two-year work-study experience which leads to an Associate in Applied Science Degree (64 credits) in Automotive Technology.

The ASSET program is designed to provide Ford and Lincoln/Mercury dealerships with quali�ed technicians pro�cient in the latest automotive service technologies and methods. In addition, the program enables graduates to make advancements in their career paths. The cost of tools and supplies is approximately $1,120. Students interested in enrolling in ASSET should see the AMT ASSET Instructor.

IMPORTANT AA, AS, and AAS degrees and ASCs and CAs require a cumulative 2.0 GPR or better for all courses used to meet the degree or certi�cate requirements. Transfer coursework is not calculated into the GPR.

To graduate with a degree from Leeward CC, a student must have earned a minimum of 12 credits of program courses in the degree/major at Leeward.

To graduate with a certi�cate from from Leeward CC, a student must have earned a minimum of twenty percent (20%) of program courses in the certi�cate/major from Leeward CC.

The programs in Automotive Technology are accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), 101 Blue Seal Drive, S.E. Suite 101, Leesburg, VA 20175, (703) 669-6650. To �le a complaint with NATEF, email webmaster@natef.org or visit www.natef.org.

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYAssociate in Applied Science in Automotive Technology63-64 Credits�e Associate in Applied Science Degree is awarded to students who successfully complete both the required AMT and general education courses. �e AAS degree enables students to enter the workforce. Graduates are able to seek employment in multiple areas in the automotive industry or related technical �elds.

First Semester RequirementsCourse Alpha Course Title Hours Credits

AMT 20 Introduction to Auto Mechanics

70 2

AMT 40 Elect./Electronic Systems I 150 6AMT 53 Brakes 140 4MATH 100 (or equivalent or higher)

Survey of Math 45 3

Total Semester Credits 15

Second Semester RequirementsCourse Alpha Course Title Hours Credits

ENG 100 Composition I or equivalent

45 3

AMT 30 Engines 210 7AMT 55 Suspension and Steering 150 5

Total Semester Credits 15

Third Semester RequirementsCourse Alpha Course Title Hours Credits

AMT 46 Man. Drive-Train & Axles 105 3AMT 50 Auto Trans & Transaxles 150 6AMT 41 Elect./Electronic Sys. II 105 3Natural Science Course (100 level or above) 3-4

Total Semester Credits 15-16

Fourth Semester RequirementsCourse Alpha Course Title Hours Credits

AMT 40D Engine Performance 150 9AMT 43 Heat A/C Vent. (HACV) 105 3Social Sciences (100 and above) 45 3Arts/Humanities (100 and above) 45 3

Total Semester Credits 18Total Degree Credits 63-64

Associate in Applied Science Automotive Technology Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Automotive Technology graduates will be able to:

Demonstrate the professional skills and knowledge required in the automotive industry.

Apply safety procedures required in shop practices.

Apply the principles necessary for the practical applications within the automotive industry.

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AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGYCertificate of CompetenceAutomotive Technology15 Credits�e Certi�cate of Competence is awarded to students who successfully complete the �rst semester of Leeward CC's Automotive Technology (AMT) program. Students earning this certi�cate will be able to obtain an entry-level position in the automotive repair industry.

RequirementsCourse Alpha Course Title Credits

AMT 20 Introduction to Automotive Mechanics

2

AMT 40 Electrical/Electronic Systems I 6AMT 53 Brakes 4MATH 100 Survey of Math

(or equivalent or higher)3

Total Credits 15

Certificate of AchievementAutomotive Technology30 Credits�e Certi�cate of Achievement is awarded to students who successfully complete the �rst two semesters of Leeward CC's Automotive Technology (AMT) program. Students earning this certi�cate have demonstrated the knowledge and skills required to enter the automotive industry with the goal of becoming an automotive technician.

First Semester RequirementsCourse Alpha Course Title Credits

AMT 20 Introduction to Automotive Mechanics

2

AMT 40 Electrical/Electronic Systems I 6AMT 53 Brakes 4MATH 100 Survey of Math

(or equivalent or higher)3

Total Semester Credits 15

Second Semester RequirementsCourse Alpha Course Title Credits

AMT 30 Engines 7AMT 55 Suspension and Steering 5ENG 22 Introduction to Composition

(or equivalent or higher)3

Total Semester Credits 15Total Credits 30

Certificate of Competence in Automotive Technology Program Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate the professional skills and knowledge required in the automotive industry.

Apply safety procedures required in shop practices.

Apply the principles necessary for the practical applications within the automotive industry.

Certificate of Achievement in Automotive Technology Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, students will be able to:

Demonstrate the professional skills and knowledge required in the automotive industry.

Apply safety procedures required in shop practices.

Apply the principles necessary for the practical applications within the automotive industry.

Information on program length, estimated cost of education, completion rates, student loan Indebtedness, and job placement.

Certi�cate of Achievement, Automotive Technologyhttp://www.leeward.hawaii.edu/�les/gedt/amt_ca/