Program Overview
The Automotive Technology program prepares you for an entry-level career in automotive and vehicle repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting. You will gain hands-on skills in:
- Automotive electronics
- Testing and diagnosing
- Engine drivability diagnosis and performance
- Automatic transmissions
- Gas engines
- Suspension
- Alignment
- Brakes
Hands-On Learning Opportunities
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Automotive Lab: 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. Learn with your hands, not in a seat.
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Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) equipment: Train on Hawkeye's state of the art Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) equipment to learn about Semi-Autonomous cars and calibrating them correctly.
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2WD Dynojet Chassis Dyno: Assists students in shop work on driveability, diagnostics, and other related work.
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ASE style curriculum and tailor in the FORD ACE Training program brought upon by Colwell Ford and Witham Ford for brand specific training for students that choose to follow that path.
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The newest of tire changing and balancing equipment along with the industry standard Hunter Alignment machines.
Certifications
Students can gain several certifications such as NC3- Snap On Meter, Diagnostics, Service Information, On-Car NC3 Procut Brake lathe, and EPA 609 Refrigerant recovery and recycling certifications.
Accreditation
The Automotive Technology program meets the strict industry standards required for accreditation in Master Automobile Service Technology – the highest level of program accreditation recognized by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
Transfer Information
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 Technology Management Bachelor of Arts degree. Check out UNI's transfer guide to learn more.
If you plan to transfer, work closely with a program advisor to ensure courses transfer and you meet program requirements.