Automotive - Hybrid Technology Specialist, Certificate of Achievement (Level II)
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NMC Code 034
Hybrid electric vehicles are a fast-growing section of the market. This certificate is the direct result of local automotive repair companies requesting NMC provide hybrid technician training. For current students, the certificate is an additional credential opportunity that will expand employment options.
Certificate Requirements
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| AT 100 | Automotive Service Basics 1 | 2 |
| AT 120 | Automotive Electrical I | 5 |
| AT 130 | Engine Performance I | 5 |
| AT 150 | Automatic Transmissions | 4-6 |
| or AT 230 | Engine Performance II | |
| AT 160 | Engine Repair | 6 |
| AT 210 | Hybrid Technology | 5 |
| AT 220 | Automotive Electrical II | 5 |
| Total Credits | 32-34 | |
| 1 | May be waived with appropriate work experience or education. |
Program Completion Requirements
A minimum of 32 AT credit hours are required to receive this certificate. Students must choose elective courses from the Automotive Program course list to reach the required credit level.
Must pass the related State of Michigan or ASE test for all of the required automotive courses.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credits | |
| AT 100 | Automotive Service Basics 1 | 2 |
| AT 120 | Automotive Electrical I (Fall only) | 5 |
| Credits | 7 | |
| Spring | ||
| AT 220 | Automotive Electrical II (Spring only) | 5 |
| Credits | 5 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Fall | ||
| AT 130 | Engine Performance I (Fall only) | 5 |
| AT 160 | Engine Repair (Fall only) | 6 |
| Credits | 11 | |
| Spring | ||
| AT 230 or AT 150 |
Engine Performance II (Spring only) or Automatic Transmissions |
4-6 |
| AT 210 | Hybrid Technology (Spring only) | 5 |
| Credits | 9-11 | |
| Total Credits | 32-34 | |
| 1 | May be waived with proof of appropriate work experience or education. |
Program Notes
- Must pass the related State or ASE certification tests for all of the required automotive courses.
- The responsibility for determining the transferability of this degree and courses to another institution is the sole responsibility of the student.