May 09, 2025

2017-2018 College Catalog

2017-2018 College Catalog [Consult with Your Academic Advisor for Your Catalog Year]

Automotive Service Technology, TC

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The mission of the Automotive Service Technology program is to assist students in gaining employment in new car agencies, independent repair facilities, automotive supply stores, service stations and as fleet mechanics. The program is certified through the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF)

College Required Courses

Required for all new NPC students

ORT 0 - Blackboard Student Training 0 Credits
ORT 1100 - NPC Orientation 0 Credits

Fall Semester - 21 Credit Hours

AST 1223 - Automotive Maintenance 3 Credits
AST 1213 - Basic Electrical 3 Credits
AST 1603 - Engine Repair 3 Credits
AST 1203 - Brakes 3 Credits
AST 1106 - Automotive Lab I 6 Credits
Select one of the following courses:
MATH 1213 - Quantitative Literacy* 3 Credits
MATH 1123 - College Algebra* 3 Credits

Spring Semester - 21 Credit Hours

AST 1803 - Engine Performance Fundamentals 3 Credits
AST 1323 - Automotive Electrical 3 Credits
AST 1503 - Suspension and Steering 3 Credits
AST 1903 - Automotive AC/Heat 3 Credits
AST 1206 - Automotive Lab II 6 Credits
CIS 1023 - Introduction to Computing* 3 Credits

NPC Catalog

Automotive Service Technology, TC

College Required Courses

Fall Semester - 21 Credit Hours

Spring Semester - 21 Credit Hours

42 Credit Hours