Automotive Technology AAS Degree

Semester 1 — Fall

• Auto Starting, Charging, and Electrical
• Automotive Advanced Brake Systems
• Automotive Brake Systems
• Introduction to Automotive Technology
• Introduction to Automotive Technology II
• Math course

Semester 2 — Spring

• Automotive Computerized Engine Controls
• Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning
• Automotive Manual Transmissions and Transaxles
• Automotive Suspension and Steering
• Human and Work Relations or

  Introduction to Psychology or

  Introduction to Sociology

Semester 3 — Fall

• Automotive Automatic Transmissions and Transaxles
• Automotive Electrical I
• Automotive Electronics
• Automotive Engine Repair
• Written Communication in the Workplace or

  Composition I

Semester 4 — Spring

• Automotive Differentials and 4-Wheel Drive
• Automotive Fuel Systems
• Automotive Ignition Systems
• Comprehensive Application
• Fundamentals of Oral Communication

Explore Courses, Details, and Costs

Core courses meet for 4-week terms allowing you to focus on one core course and one general education course at a time.

Use the latest systems, tools, and diagnostic equipment in the industry to work on a variety of different vehicle makes and models. Learn to adapt to changing technology as vehicle components and systems become increasingly sophisticated.

Hawkeye is a Snap-On partnership school, giving you access to high-quality tools at a substantial discount. Once you register for classes, you'll receive a link to order your tools directly through Snap-On.

Ordering through Snap-On lets you charge the cost of the tools to your student account. Once financial aid is applied to your student account and your tuition, fees, and bookstore charges are paid, any remaining aid will go toward the cost of your tools.

If you choose to use an alternative vendor, you are responsible for contacting the vendor, purchasing the tools, and ensuring the tools are available in time for the start of fall classes. Purchasing from an alternative vendor would require you to pay the cost of the tools up front and be reimbursed with any remaining financial aid after charges to your student account, such as tuition, fees, and bookstore charges, are paid in full.

If you plan to use your own tools or toolbox, please reach out to your program faculty to arrange this before classes begin.

List Price: $14,045.10

Snap-On Student Excellence Program Discount Price: $5,688

• 103UFTS 3 pc Combination Dr Universal Joint Set (1/4", 3/8", 1/2")
• 106BTMX 6 pc 1/4" Dr Knurled Extension Set (1-1/4, 2, 4, 6, 8 and 11")
• 1206GS 6 pc Combination Drive Square Drive Adaptor Set
• 120STTM 20 pc 1/4" Drive 6-Point SAE Shallow/ Deep Socket Set (3/16–9/16")
• 124STTMM 24 pc 1/4" Drive 6-Point Metric Shallow/ Deep Socket Set (5–15 mm)
• 206AFX 6 pc 3/8" Dr Knurled Extension Set (1-1/2, 3, 4, 6, 8 and 11")
• 211EFAMY 11 pc 3/8" Dr Metric Hex Bit Socket Set (4-14 mm)
• 212EFTAY 12 pc SAE Hex Driver Bit Socket Set (1/16-3/8")
• 212EFTXY 12 pc TORX® Bit Socket Set (T8-T55 plus GM®-style T47)
• 222SFFS 22 pc 3/8" Dr 6-Point SAE Shallow/ Deep Socket Set (1/4–7/8")
• 224SFFSM 24 pc 3/8" Dr 6-Point Metric Shallow/ Deep Socket Set (8–19 mm)
• 313SWMYA 13 pc 1/2" Dr 12-Pt Metric Shallow Socket Set (12-24 mm)
• 317MPC 17 pc 1/2" Dr 12-Pt SAE General Service Socket Set
• ACT1290A Universal Valve Core Service Tool
• AT4124 Rubber Tip
• AT4135 Blow Gun with Air Adjustment
• ATECH2FR125B 3/8" Drive TechAngle® Flex-Head Torque Wrench (5-125 ft-lb)
• AWMG9 9 pc Metric L-Shaped Hex Wrench Set (1.5-10 mm)
• AWS13 13 pc SAE L-Shaped Hex Wrench Set (1/20-3/8")
• BTC8A Terminal Cleaner
• CSA8CR Red 7-5/8" Rigid Carbon Scraper
• ECPHN012O 125 Lumen Penlight with Mouthpiece
• EECT30H Classic Bulb Circuit Tester
• F80 3/8" Dr Standard Handle Ratchet
• FADH12C 12" Adjustable Wrench
• FBBA325 25 pc Offset 45-degree Feeler Guage Blade Set
• FBST338 39 pc Straight Feeler Guage Blade Set
• GLASS50BK Safety Glasses (Black)
• HBBD16 16 oz Dead Blow Ball Peen Soft Grip Hammer
• HBBD32 32 oz Ball Peen Soft Grip Dead Blow Hammer
• HBFE24 Dead Blow 24-Ounce Soft Grip Hammer
• HBFE48 48 oz Dead Blow Soft Grip Hammer
• HSG319 Bi Mold Soft Grip Handle Hacksaw
• JCK8 Fender Cover
• LP10WR Curved Jaw with Cutter Locking Pliers
• PBS704 4 pc Prybar Set (6 - 20”)
• PK52A 3-19/32" Straight Putty Knife/ Scraper (Blue-Point®)
• PL400B 4 pc Pliers Set (Adj. Pliers, Needle Nose, Diag. Cutters, Slip-Joint)
• PPB826A 8" Bronze Drift Punch
• PPC710BK 11 pc Punch and Chisel Set
• PTIM5 Pick-Up and Inspection Tool (Blue-Point®)
• PWCS7ACF 7" Wire Stripper/ Cutter/ Crimper
• QD3FR250A 1/2" Dr SAE Adj Click-Type Flex-Head Torque Wrench (50-250 ft-lb)
• RULER602 6" SAE/ Metric Pocket Rule
• RXFMS606B 6 pc 6-Pt Metric Double End Flare Nut Wrench Set (9-21 mm)
• RXFS605B 5 pc 6-Pt SAE Double End Flare Nut Wrench Set (1/4-13/16")
• S9704KR 3/8" Dr 6-Pt 13/16" Retention Spark Plug Socket
• S9706KRA 3/8" Dr 6-Pt 5/8" Retention Spark Plug Socket
• SGASA204CR 4 pc Instinct® Soft Grip Miniature Pick Set
• SGDMRC44B Ratcheting Soft Grip Standard Screwdriver
• SGDMRC4-TM4 1/4" Square Drive Shank
• SGDP63IRBR PHILLIPS® #3 Instinct® Soft Grip Screwdriver
• SGDX80BR 8 pc Instinct® Soft Grip Combination Screwdriver Set
• SGHBF500A 4 pc Instinct® Soft Grip Handle Mixed File Set
• SOEX704 4 pc 12-Pt SAE Combination Wrench Set (15/16-1-1/8")
• SOEX710 10 pc 12-Pt SAE Combination Wrench Set (5/16", 3/8-7/8")
• SOEXM705 5 pc 12-Pt Metric Combination Wrench Set (20-24 mm)
• SOEXM710 10 pc 12-Pt Metric Combination Wrench Set (10-19 mm)
• SOEXM8 8 mm 12-Pt Metric Combination Wrench
• SOEXM9 9 mm 12-Pt Metric Combination Wrench
• SPBS704AR 4 pc Striking Prybar Set
• SRPCR105 5 pc Snap Ring Pliers Set (Red)
• T72 1/4" Dr Standard Handle Ratchet
• TD1040A SAE Thread Pitch Gauge
• TDG1 Tread Depth Gauge (Blue-Point®)
• TDM100A Metric Thread Pitch Gauge
• TPMB25 25' Tape Rule

You can gain several certifications in:

• NC3- Snap On Meter
• Diagnostics
• Service Information
• On-Car NC3 Procut Brake lathe
• EPA 609 Refrigerant recovery and recycling
• ASE Student Certifications

Students who've completed the Auto Collision Technologies program can earn a second AAS degree by studying for just one more year in the Automotive Technology program.

This program qualifies for the Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship and will pay up to 100% of your tuition.

You must apply for, be awarded, and meet the ongoing eligibility requirements for the Last-Dollar Scholarship.

This is a partial list of employers who have hired Automotive Technology graduates:

• Advanced Automotive, Evansdale
• Colwell Ford, Waterloo
• C&S Subaru Hyundai, Waterloo
• Dan Deery Toyota, Cedar Falls
• Davis Farm and Auto, Denver
• Jim Lind Service, Waterloo
• John Deery Nissan, Cedar Falls
• Rydell Chevrolet and Dodge, Waterloo
• Schuermans Automotive, Cedar Falls
• Tandem Tire, Cedar Falls
• Witham Auto Centers, Cedar Falls, La Porte City, Waterloo

You can get right to work after your program. Or, if you plan to earn an associate degree and go on to earn a bachelor’s degree, consider your transfer options.

The University of Northern Iowa's Department of Applied Engineering and Technical Management has a documented pathway between Hawkeye's Automotive Technology AAS degree program and UNI's Industrial Management Bachelor of Arts degree. Check out UNI's transfer guide to learn more.

If you’re interested in transferring, you must work closely with an academic advisor here and at the transfer institution. This is important to ensure courses transfer and you meet program requirements.

Plan your transfer