2023-2024 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Automotive Technology
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The Automotive Technology program, fully accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF) and Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), provides state-of-the-art training for skilled, entry-level automobile service technicians. Upon graduation, a student will have the knowledge and skills necessary to isolate and correct specific automotive problems.
Employment opportunities for graduates of the certificate program may exist as semi-skilled automotive technicians in the automotive industry. Graduates of the technical program may qualify as automotive electronics technicians or assistant diagnostic technicians in the automotive industry. Students will complete ASE National Certifications. General and Chrysler MOPAR CAP students will be administered the eight (8) standard ASE student tests following completion of the program.
The Chrylser MOPAR College Automotive Program (CAP), a two-year associate degree program, is designed to teach late-model Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep vehicle technology. ASE student tests will be administered. CAP students will co-op with a Chrysler, Dodge, or Jeep dealership. All students accepted in the Chrysler MOPAR CAP program must obtain and maintain a sponsorship with a qualified dealership.
Special Admissions Requirements: Students who wish to enter the Chrysler MOPAR College Automotive Program (CAP) must:
- Complete Automotive Program application.
- Provide their own tools (tool list available on Northwest website at www.northwestms.edu).
- Qualified applicants who have submitted necessary records and credentials prior to the semester of entrance, including, but not limited to, a current negative 5-panel drug screen.
- Admissions to the college does not guarantee admissions to the program of study.
Advisers: Herron, Jarreau (ASE Certified Instructors)
- Offered at Senatobia campus only
Career Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate of Applied Science
ProgramsAssociateCoursesAutomotive Technology
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