Master Automotive Service Technology 2
Master Automotive Service Technology 2
The program offers a sequence of courses that provides rigorous content aligned with the relevant technical knowledge and skills needed to prepare for careers in the automotive industry in a mostly hands-on environment. It provides technical skill proficiency and includes competency-based applied learning that contributes to academic knowledge, higher-order reasoning and problem-solving skills, work attitudes, general employability skills, technical skills, and occupation-specific skills and knowledge.
The instruction, course of study, facilities, and equipment of OCPS Programs have been approved by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and are certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence Standards of Quality (ASE) for the training of Automobile Technicians.
The mission of this program is to prepare students with the knowledge, hands-on skills, and professionalism required for career-ready and industry-certified employment in the auto industry.
Program Structure
| Postsecondary Program of Study | OCP | Course | Hours |
| Automotive Engine Performance Technician | A | AER0503 | 300 |
| Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Technician | B | AER0257 | 150 |
| Manual Drivetrain and Axle Technician | C | AER0274 | 150 |
| Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Technician | D | AER0172 | 150 |
Dual Enrollment is available for high school students. View the Dual Enrollment at OTC video playlist.
Additional Program Details
Program Structure Details
Occupational Completion Points (OCPs) - The Automotive Service Technology 1 & 2 programs are a planned sequence of instruction consisting of nine occupational completion points. OCPs provide a student with early completion training options linked to employment opportunities established by the Florida Department of Education based on the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system and accepted industry titles. Academic skill level required to complete program: Grade 9 language, reading, and grade 10 math.
Industry Certification/Licensure
Near the completion of the Automotive Service Technology 1 program, students take these exams from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence:
- A1 – Engine Repair
- A2 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle
- A3 – Manual Transmission/Transaxle
- A4 – Suspension and Steering
- A5 – Brakes
- A6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems
- A7 – Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
- A8 – Engine Performance
- G1 – Auto Maintenance and Light Repair Certification
Articulation
Upon successful completion of this program, students enrolling in an A.S. degree program are eligible to be awarded articulated credits at:
Valencia College:
- Supervision & Management for Industry A.S. degree – Up to 24–27 credits
Program Cost
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