Automotive Technology (Global Option), Associate of Applied Science
The mission of the Automotive Technology Program at CCBC is to prepare students for successful employment or advancement as automotive technicians. The Automotive Program awards a Certificate and/or an Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree. The A.A.S. degree can be achieved through any one of four pathways. Those pathways include a Global option which covers a wide range of automotive makes and models, including a Chrysler-affiliated opportunity--Stellantis Career Automotive Program (Mopar CAP), and three other Manufacturer-Specific options including Ford, General Motors, and Nissan. The Automotive Technology program provides students with state-of-the-art automotive service and repair techniques. Technical training is provided in the classroom and in the lab on CCBC vehicles.
The Global option covers a wide range of automotive makes and models, including a Chrysler-affiliated opportunity. Job opportunities for an Automotive Service Professional can include a dealership, independent repair facility, fleet, corporate, or government agency. Students must meet specific requirements of admission. An A.A.S. degree is awarded to students who have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and complete the listed course pattern. Global options are available full-time weekdays and part-time weeknights and/or Friday/Saturday, with starts throughout the year. However, please see the program coordinator for the preferred class sequence. Some courses may be offered in alternate semesters only. Courses may be taken in any sequence as long as prerequisites are met. Students who choose this curriculum and want to transfer to a four-year institution should check with the program coordinator and/or academic advisor.
The Global Automotive program at CCBC Catonsville is nationally accredited by the ASE Education Foundation to the Master Automotive Service Technician level (MAST).
Program objectives
Upon successful completion of this degree, students will be able to:
- successfully complete ASE testing for Master Technician Certification;
- diagnose and repair engines and related systems;
- diagnose and repair transmissions and related systems;
- diagnose and repair brakes and related systems;
- diagnose and repair steering and suspension systems and their related systems;
- diagnose and repair HVAC systems and related systems; and
- diagnose and repair electrical and electronics and related systems.
