The auto services technology certificate provides students with marketable skills in automotive operation, maintenance, and diagnosis and repair to be taken to the workplace or applied to an automotive degree.

This certificate is offered by BYU-Idaho, with support and resources from BYU-Pathway Worldwide.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of the operation of automotive systems and components.
Apply logical processes to diagnose mechanical and electrical faults.
Use correct procedures for quality repair and maintenance.
Demonstrate professionalism and integrity on teams.
Show proficiency with professional certification exams.

Certificate of Auto Services Technology

Program Requirements

This certificate builds into the Professional Studies degree.

Certificate

14 CREDITS

Associate

60 CREDITS

Bachelor's

120 CREDITS

Certificate of Auto Services Technology

Course Code

Course Name

# of Credits

AUTO125

Introduction to Automotive Technology

AUTO125 — 1 credits

Introduction to Automotive Technology

This is an online course that is required for all automotive majors, but open to students of other majors. It is designed to introduce students to some of the foundational principles and knowledge required to be successful in other automotive courses.

AUTO131

Electrical Systems

AUTO131 — 2 credits

Electrical Systems

This course is an introduction to basic electrical principles and systems. Students will learn how to use test equipment to diagnose and repair electrical circuit faults. They will also study batteries, starting systems, and charging systems.

AUTO132

Engine Performance

AUTO132 — 2 credits

Engine Performance

This course will introduce students to internal combustion engines and the systems that support them. Students will learn to perform engine condition tests and how to evaluate, diagnose, and repair issues with the fuel, ignition, cooling, and lubrications systems.

AUTO155

Chassis Systems

AUTO155 — 2 credits

Chassis Systems

In this course, students will learn the theory of operation, diagnosis, service and repair procedures of automotive chassis (steering, suspension, and braking) systems.

AUTO201

Drive Trains

AUTO201 — 2 credits

Drive Trains

This is a course that focuses on theories of operation, diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of automotive drive train systems. Students will learn about and gain experience with manual transmissions/transaxles, clutch assemblies, differential axles, drive shafts/u-joints, and four wheel drive and all-wheel drive systems.

AUTO231

Vehicle Electronics

AUTO231 — 2 credits

Vehicle Electronics

In this course, students will learn how computer controls affect the operation of the electrical systems in modern automobiles. They will learn how various sensors, actuators, and electronic control units work. They will learn about network communications between the components. Students will be able to test, diagnose, and repair the various electrical systems ranging from power windows and heated seats to instrument clusters and driver information systems.

GS170

Career Development

GS170 — 1 credits

Career Development

In this course, learners will discover and strengthen the skills they need to successfully obtain or improve employment. Students will focus on creating professional documents (e.g., resumes and cover letters), networking, interviewing, and job shadowing.

AUTO232

Engine Management Systems

AUTO232 — 2 credits

Engine Management Systems

In this course, students will become familiar with how sensors, actuators, and electronic control units work together to optimize engine performance. They will learn how to use scan tools to become more proficient at testing and diagnosing faults. Students will also reinforce engine condition testing and understanding of fuel, ignition, cooling, and lubrication systems.

For questions about this program, contact BYU-Pathway Support

Looking Ahead

Potential Employment

Automobile Repair Technician
Service Advisor

Why choose this certificate?

Training in auto services technology will give you the experience in automotive repair and maintenance needed for this highly technical field. It will also improve your ability to locate, inspect and remove auto parts, identify electrical or other issues, and prepare you with the certification exam skills and teamwork needed to hold employment in the automotive industry. You will be qualified to maintain and service vehicles, and conduct business with customers in a knowledgeable and professional manner.

BYU-Pathway has found that certain combinations of certificates lead to better job opportunities. Most degrees have a recommended plan of certificates that will help students increase their income and improve their employment possibilities.