Automotive Engine Performance Technician Certificate Program

AE51 - 201003

Program Description

The Automotive Engine Performance Technician certificate of credit introduces students to the knowledge and skills they will need as entry level automotive engine performance technicians. Topics covered include: shop safety, electrical/electronics diagnosis, and diagnosis and service of fuel, ignition, emission and electronic engine controls.

Program Specific Information

Students are accepted every semester based on course and space availability.

Program Length & Availability

2 Semesters

Campus Availability: Barrow, Dawson

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for the Pell Grant and may be eligible for Institutional and State Financial Aid.

Contact a Financial Aid Counselor for eligibility requirements and application materials.

Admissions Requirements

Must be 16 years of age. 

High school diploma or GED is required prior to admission. (Official transcripts or GED scores must be submitted from all colleges and/or high schools attended for credit.)

Request official ACCUPLACER, SAT, or ACT test scores be sent to the Admissions Office or refer to our Admissions Assessment Procedure found here for more options: Admissions Testing – Lanier Technical College.

Curriculum

Program-Specific Core – Total of 16 Hours

AUTT 1010Auto Technology Introduction

2

 

AUTT 1020Auto Electrical Systems

7

Or

AUTT 1021Automotive Electrical Sys I

4

And

AUTT 1022Automotive Electrical Sys II

3

 

AUTT 1040Auto Engine Performance

7

Or

AUTT 1041Automotive Engine Perf I

3

And

AUTT 1042Automotive Engine Perf II

4

Total Credit Hours: 16

Graduation requirement includes completion of a total of 16 hours in the above areas.

Graduation Plan

Semester One

AUTT 1010Auto Technology Introduction

2

AUTT 1020Auto Electrical Systems

7

Total Credit Hours:9

AUTT 1020 - Co-Req: AUTT 1010

Semester Two

Apply for Graduation

AUTT 1040Auto Engine Performance

7

Total Credit Hours:7

AUTT 1040 - Pre-Req: AUTT 1020

Note: Course only offered once per year

Total Credit Hours: 16

This plan is for informational purposes ONLY. It is not a substitute for meeting with a program advisor each term.