Automotive Service Technology (AUSV)

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Automotive Service Technology AUSV

Degree Type: Associate in Applied Science

Career Path: Engineering/Manufacturing and Industrial Technology

Required Courses		Credit Hours
General Education
ENGL 150	English 1	3
ENGL 250	English 2	3
PHYS 130	Concepts in Physics *Z	4
*Electives:	Cultural Enrichment	3
*Social Awareness	Choose one	3
SOCY 121	Introductory Sociology* RS	3
ANTH 122	Intro to Cultural Anthropology*GRS	3
PSYC 150	Introduction to Psychology	3
Major
AUTO 111	Manual Transmission & Drivelines	4
AUTO 112	Automotive Brake Systems	4
AUTO 113	Auto Electricity & Electronics	4
AUTO 114	Automotive Engines	4
AUTO 115	Suspen/Steering/Alignment Serv	4
AUTO 116	Engine Electrical Systems	4
AUTO 117	Electronic Fuel Mgmt Systems	4
AUTO 200	Service Area 1	6
AUTO 211	Automatic Transmission	4
AUTO 213	Chassis Electrical & Electronics	4
AUTO 214	Automotive HVAC	4
AUTO 250	Service Area 2	6
Minimum credit hours required for A.A.S. degree:		68

Why Choose Automotive Service Technology?

This program features instruction in modern facilities with an emphasis on automotive diagnosis, inspection, adjustments and service. In addition, students are taught to test, diagnose, service and replace electronic controls, fuel injection components and accessories, air conditioning units, power windows and seats, lighting circuits, and safety and warning devices.

Students complete more than 550 hours of repair and adjustment on vehicles under the supervision of automotive service faculty. Students who wish to continue their education may pursue a bachelor's degree in Automotive and Heavy Equipment Management, Automotive Engineering Technology or nearly 20 other degree programs.

Prepare for a Great Career

The importance of competent automobile repair in today's mobile society cannot be overstated. Because vehicles have skyrocketed in cost and are kept in service longer, there is a shortage of trained, knowledgeable technicians.

Skilled technicians are needed to perform preventive maintenance, repairs and adjustments. Challenges in this field include servicing electrical systems, brakes, wheel alignments, fuel injection systems, transmissions and driveline repairs, among many others.

Employment opportunities exist in every community and in all parts of the country. Advancement in the field is available, from service person to manager to shop owner. The opportunities are limitless.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the College of Technology is open to high school graduates who demonstrate academic preparedness, maturity and seriousness of purpose with backgrounds appropriate to their chosen program of studies. Among first-time students in our technical programs, the average high school GPA is 2.8, and the average ACT composite score is 20.

Students entering the Automotive Service Technology program must have a high school diploma with a minimum 'C' average and an ACT math subscore of 15 or better. Enrolled students need to furnish their own hand tools, protective eye devices and work uniforms.

Graduation Requirements

The Automotive Service Technology program at Ferris leads to an associate in applied science degree. Graduation requires a minimum 2.0 grade point average in core classes, in the major and overall. Students must complete all general education requirements as outlined on the General Education website.

More Information

College of Technology
Ferris State University
708 Campus Drive
Big Rapids, MI 49307-2281
Phone: 231-591-2655