Program Information
Vocational Certificate - Code 120100 - Catalog 2024/2025
Bree Castelli, Director of Workforce, 386-506-4171, Bree.Castelli@daytonastate.edu
Casey Knecht, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4178, Casey.Knecht@DaytonaState.edu
Diane Mathers, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-4165, Diane.Mathers@DaytonaState.edu
Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes
Mission:
The mission of the Automotive Service Technology program is to provide the knowledge, practice and skill development necessary for a successful career in the automotive service industry. Through advanced teaching, learning and innovation we build strong ties to the community while emphasizing student success. By embracing excellence and diversity, and fostering innovation we enhance teaching and learning so that high quality educational opportunities are available to everyone.
Description:
The Automotive Service Technology program prepares the student to enter the rapidly changing and highly technical automotive industry and prepares the student to be successful on Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) tests A1 through A8. The entire program is 1800 hours and may be completed in two years. The courses are offered during the day and evening at the Advanced Technology College. The program is divided into nine occupational completion points or courses.
Program Accreditation: The Automotive Service Technology Program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF). The Advanced Technology College campus is an ASE testing site.
College Accreditation: Daytona State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associates and bachelor’s degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Daytona State College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Outcomes:
Graduates of the program will be able to:
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Demonstrate appropriate employability skills.
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Safely perform industry light line service procedures as described by NATEF.
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Diagnose automotive systems.
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Service automotive systems.
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Repair automotive systems.
Financial Aid
This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship Program.
Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by visiting FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available please visit the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/.. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.
Note: Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED cannot receive student financial aid.
Approximate Additional Costs
| Program Tuition and Fees*: |
$4,934 |
| Access Fee: |
$69.60 ($1.16 per credit) |
| Assessment Fee: |
$34 |
| Lab Fees: |
$1,189.75 |
Students will be required to purchase uniforms and safety glasses throughout the course of this program. Consult the assistant chair for additional costs.
*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.
Additional Completion Requirements
Students must take the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) for Career & Technical Education (CTE) Reading and Math skills and achieve specified minimum scores or meet exemption requirements to graduate from this program (See an Academic Advisor for exemption criteria).
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Meet with a counselor/advisor for placement test evaluation or exemption criteria and to receive advice on course selection and registration.
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Meet with a counselor/advisor for placement test evaluation to receive advice on course selection, and registration.
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Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED cannot receive student financial aid.
Careers
The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information, please see:
49-3023.00 Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/49-3023.00 Bright Outlook
49-3023.01 Automotive Master Mechanics http://www.onetonline.org/help/bright/49-3023.01
49-3023.02 Automotive Specialty Technicians http://www.onetonline.org/help/bright/49-3023.02 Green
Program Length: The typical length of this program is four (4) semesters (60 weeks) for a full-time student. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) lists the placement rate (2021-22) for this field at 78%.
CIP Code (6 digit): 47.0604 Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
For additional information on wages, trend and career videos:
http://www.careerinfonet.org/occ_rep.asp?optstatus=011000000&soccode=493023&id=1&nodeid=2&stfips=12&search=Go
Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.
Program Specific Courses
| AER0014C | Automotive Service Assistor and Lab | 300 |
| AER0418C | Automotive Brake Systems and Lab | 150 |
| AER0274C | Manual Drivetrain and Axle and Lab | 150 |
| AER0503C | Automotive Engine Performance and Lab | 300 |
| AER0172C | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems and Lab | 150 |
| AER0110C | Engine Mechanical Service and Repair and Lab | 150 |
| AER0453C | Automotive Steering and Suspension and Lab | 150 |
| AER0360C | Electricity/Electronics Fundamentals and Lab | 300 |
| AER0257C | Automotive Transmission and Transaxles and Lab | 150 |
Sample Program of Study
1st Semester
| AER0014C | Automotive Service Assistor and Lab | 300 |
| AER0418C | Automotive Brake Systems and Lab | 150 |
2nd Semester
| AER0274C | Manual Drivetrain and Axle and Lab | 150 |
| AER0503C | Automotive Engine Performance and Lab | 300 |
3rd Semester
| AER0172C | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Systems and Lab | 150 |
| AER0110C | Engine Mechanical Service and Repair and Lab | 150 |
| AER0453C | Automotive Steering and Suspension and Lab | 150 |
4th Semester
| AER0360C | Electricity/Electronics Fundamentals and Lab | 300 |
| AER0257C | Automotive Transmission and Transaxles and Lab | 150 |
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