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Automotive Technology The Automotive Technology program provides cutting-edge training for a high-demand industry. Historically, 100 percent of graduates have found positions working in their field. Associate of Applied Science, Automotive Technology The Associate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology is offered with three options: General Automotive, Ford ASSET and General Motors ASEP. Each option has different admissions requirements based on the policies of the program sponsors. The associate's degree program prepares students to understand the theory of, diagnose, and repair engines, transmissions, tranaxles, suspension, steering, brake systems, electrical/electronic systems, heating and air conditioning systems, as well as fuel and ignition systems of modern vehicles. See below for more descriptions of the Ford ASSET and GM ASEP programs. Undergraduate Certificate in General Automotive Technology Undergraduate certificates are programs of 30 credits or more that offer focused instruction in a concentrated area. Certificates often provide the knowledge and skills needed for entry-level positions in specific employment sectors. The Undergraduate Certificate in General Automotive Technology is designed to prepare students for a career in the automotive maintenance and repair industry. Curriculum design is based on automotive task lists developed by the National Institute for Automotive Excellence. The Undergraduate Certificate in General Automotive Technology differs from the three AAS options in that it does not require students to take General Education Requirements such as written and oral communication, math, science, etc. A total of 49 credits is required to complete the certificate. Many University of Alaska Anchorage Certificate and Occupational Endorsement Certificate programs are defined as Gainful Employment programs for the purposes of student financial aid. Valuable information about these programs including program cost, graduation rates, job placement rates, student loan debt, and other important information can be found by viewing the Gainful Employment Disclosure form or by visiting the UAA Gainful Employment Disclosure website. Occupational Endorsements Occupational endorsements are certificates requiring 29 or fewer credits to complete. These certificates provide the specialized knowledge and skills needed in specific employment sectors. Many University of Alaska Anchorage Certificate and Occupational Endorsement Certificate programs are defined as Gainful Employment programs for the purposes of student financial aid. Valuable information about these programs including program cost, graduation rates, job placement rates, student loan debt, and other important information can be found by viewing the Gainful Employment Disclosure form or by visiting the UAA Gainful Employment Disclosure website. The Automotive & Diesel Technology Department offers four options for occupational endorsements: Automotive Electrical (18 credits) Automotive Brakes, Suspension, & Alignment (23 credits) Automotive Power Trains (22 credits) Automotive Engine Performance (25 credits)
General Automotive Technology The General Automotive Technology option for the AAS degree is designed to prepare students for a career in the automotive maintenance and repair industry. Curriculum design is based on automotive task lists developed by the National Institute for Automotive Excellence. A total of 64 credits is required for the AAS General Automotive Technology option. General Auto Tool List (PDF)	Ford ASSET The Ford ASSET option for the AAS Degree is designed to prepare students for a career in Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealerships. Students are trained on current technology, vehicles, and components donated by the Ford Motor Company. Courses for the Ford option begin in odd-numbered years: 2009, 2011, 2013, etc. A total of 67 credits is required for the Ford option.	GM ASEP The GM ASEP option for the AAS degree is designed to prepare students for a career in General Motors dealerships. Students are trained on current technology vehicles and components donated by General Motors Corporation. Courses for the GM ASEP option begin in even-numbered years: 2008, 2010, 2012, etc. A total of 67 credits is required for the GM ASEP option. Graduates from the corporate-sponsored AAS Ford and GM programs receive factory credentials upon graduation. These credentials are recognized by respective dealerships across the country.