Automotive Technology - AAS, CC
About This Degree
Students have two degree options within the Automotive Technology Program. Students can attend one year and obtain a Certificate of Completion or complete two years and obtain an Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology.
What You Will Learn
The Automotive Technology curriculum follows the guidelines established by the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation (NATEF) and the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). The curriculum follows the safety requirements, areas of focus, time frames and recognized task list designed by the above two agencies.
At a Glance
College: College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences
Department: Technology, Design and Technical Education
Program Requirements
Delivery
AAS: Price (USU Eastern)
CC: Moab, Price (USU Eastern)
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You will also be contacted via text or email to answer any questions you may have about the program.
Career And Outcomes
Career Opportunities
With a degree in Automotive Technology, you will be qualified for employment as an Automotive Technician. Employers may include:
- Automotive Repair shops
- Auto Dealership
- Motorcycle Repair shops
- Corporate Fleet Maintenance
- Self-employed Shop Owner
- Oil Fields
- Natural gas Industry
- Green energy Industry
Job Outlook
Advising
Heidi Swenson
Blanding, Moab, and Statewide advisor
Email: heidi.swenson@usu.edu
Office: Blanding campus
Phone: 435-678-8115
Jaycie Miller-Gordon
Advisor Price
Email: jaycie.miller@usu.edu
Office: One Stop 108A, Price campus
Phone: 435-613-5271
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Cost and Aid
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