Automotive technologies in the 21st century require a workforce prepared with both automotive and technical computer skills. Embedded throughout modern automobiles, as well as autonomous and electric vehicles, are computer systems made up of software, hardware, and networked electronic control units. This joint program between AUTO and CNIT prepares students with both automotive technology skills -- including safe tool and equipment handling and automobile maintenance and repair--and computer and IT technical skills, including hardware, software, networking, and cyber security.
The expected number of students to earn this certificate annually is 15.
The goal of the Automotive and IT Technician Certificate of Achievement is to provide students with foundational knowledge and skills required for entry-level employment in roles that support, maintain, and secure modern and next generation automotive vehicles in both the Automotive and IT fields. These job titles include auto technician, mechanic, computer networking support specialist, and information security analyst.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
The program requires the completion of 16 units (two automotive courses and four courses in computer networking and information technology).
Course | Units | SEQUENCE |
---|---|---|
AUTO 50 - Intro to Automotive Mechanics | 3.00 | Year 1 Fall |
AUTO 180 - Reflashing and Factory Scan Tools for Technicians | 3.00 | Year 1 Spring |
CNIT 106A - Introduction to Networking | 1.00 | Year 1 Fall |
CNIT 100 - Intro to Computers Using PC's | 3.00 | Year 1 Fall |
CNIT 131 - Internet Basics and Beginning HTML | 3.00 | Year 1 Fall |
CNIT 182 - Securing Automotive Systems | 3.00 | Year 1 Spring |
Total: | 16.00 |
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