Automotive Drive Train Repair
Overview
The Automotive Drive Train Repair Academic Certificate curriculum at Midlands Technical College provides students with an up-to-date training program that will develop their knowledge of the drive train repair process through hands-on training.
MTC also prepares students to become certified in Automatic Transmission/Transaxle and Manual Drive Train by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). A.S.E. is nationally recognized by the automotive industry as the foremost organization for professional certification. Certification examinations are administered many times throughout the year at selected Prometric sites throughout the United States.
The South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association's Auto Tech Development Program provides students with scholarships, job placement, and a free set of tools worth almost $10,000. The article "Expanding access to automotive careers in South Carolina" details how it is fill openings for automotive technicians in South Carolina.
Program Type
Academic CertificateHow to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (13 Credit Hours) |
AUT-115 |
Manual Drive Train/Axle Manual Drive Train/Axle ID: AUT-115 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a basic study of clutches, gearing, and manual transmission operation, including the basic study of rear axles and rear axle set up. |
• | 3 | |||
| AUT-116 |
Manual Transmission and Axle Manual Transmission and Axle ID: AUT-116 Credit Hours: 4 This course is an advanced study of manual transmissions and transaxles, including proper overhaul procedures for axles and manual transmissions and transaxles. |
• | 4 | ||||
| AUT-151 |
Automotive Transmission/Transaxle Automotive Transmission/Transaxle ID: AUT-151 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a basic study of automotive transmission and transaxle service, including proper procedures for doing minor transmission and transaxle removal and replacement procedures. |
• | 3 | ||||
| AUT-153 |
Automatic Transmission Diagnosis Automatic Transmission Diagnosis ID: AUT-153 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a basic study of powerflow charts and their use in diagnosing automatic transmissions, including the use of pressure testing in diagnosing automatic transmission concerns. Automatic transmission overhaul is included. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Total Credit Hours | 13 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$2,600.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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