Automotive Service Management Technologies (ASM & ASTCT)

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Automotive Service Management (ASM)

The Automotive Service Management program includes co-op education at local automotive service companies as well as classroom instruction. These experiences help students develop the knowledge and technical skills that are essential for success in any avenue of the automotive work force.

Graduates of the program earn an Associate of Applied Business degree, and are prepared to take certification exams offered by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). 

For more information, please contact the Business Technologies Division at (513) 569-1620.

To apply for this program at Cincinnati State, visit the Admissions section of the College website.

Automotive Service Technician Certificate (ASTCT)

The Automotive Service Technician Certificate at Cincinnati State prepares students for entry-level jobs in the technical areas of the automotive service field. Hands-on diagnosis and repair of “live” vehicles enhance students’ diagnostic skills and build a solid foundation for a successful and rewarding career.

Graduates of the certificate program are prepared to take certification exams offered by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). 

For more information, please contact the Business Technologies Division at (513) 569-1620.

To apply for this program at Cincinnati State, visit the Admissions section of the College website.

Automotive Service Management (ASM)

Semester 1LecLabCredits
AUTO 100Introduction to Automotive Technology ( B) 233
IM 111Computer Applications ( B) 233
AUTO 111Engine Repair ( T) 233
AUTO 161Electrical/Electronic Systems 1 ( T) 233
ENG 101English Composition 1 ( G) 303
FYE 1XX First Year Experience Elective (B)  101
Semester 2  
AUTO 150Brakes ( T) 233
AUTO 162Electrical/Electronic Systems 2 ( T) 233
AUTO 181Engine Performance 1 ( T) 233
ENG 10X English Composition Elective (G)  303
BUS 190Professional Practices ( B) 101
MAT 1XX Mathematics Elective (G)  303
Semester 3  
AUTO X9X Cooperative Education Elective 1: Automotive (T)  1402
Semester 4  
LAW 101Business Law ( B) 303
AUTO 140Suspension and Steering ( T) 233
AUTO 175Powertrain Systems and Service ( T) 233
MGT 101Principles of Management ( B) 303
ACC 101Financial Accounting ( B) 303
Semester 5  
AUTO X9X Cooperative Education Elective 2: Automotive (T)  1402
Semester 6  
AUTO 170Heating and Air Conditioning ( T) 233
AUTO 182Engine Performance 2 ( T) 233
XXX XXX Arts/Humanities Elective (G)  303
XXX XXX Social/Behavioral Science Elective (G)  303
Total Credits:  5011363

 Electives

First Year Experience Elective
FYE 100College Success Strategies: Overview1
FYE 105College Success Strategies: Overview and Application2
FYE 110College Success Strategies: Practice and Application3
English Composition Elective
ENG 102English Composition 2: Contemporary Issues3
ENG 103English Composition 2: Writing about Literature3
ENG 104English Composition 2: Technical Communication3
ENG 105English Composition 2: Business Communication3
Mathematics Elective
MAT 105Quantitative Reasoning3
MAT 111Business Mathematics3
Arts/Humanities Elective
Any Transfer Module course from ART, LIT, MUS, PHI, REL, THE, or COMM 130
Social/Behavioral Science Elective
Any Transfer Module course from ECO, GEO, HST, LBR, POL, PSY, SOC
Cooperative Education Electives (4 credit hours required)
AUTO 191Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Automotive1
AUTO 192Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Automotive1
AUTO 193Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Automotive1
AUTO 194Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Automotive1
AUTO 195Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Automotive1
AUTO 196Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Automotive1
AUTO 291Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Automotive2
AUTO 292Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Automotive2
AUTO 293Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Automotive2

Some courses are offered in alternative versions identified with a letter after the course number-- for example, ENG 101 and ENG 101A.

  • This curriculum displays only course numbers without the added letter.
  • The alternative version, when available, meets the requirements of the course version without the added letter.

The letters G, B, and T (displayed after course titles or elective descriptions) identify types of courses required by the Ohio Department of Higher Education as part of an associate’s degree curriculum. 

G = General Education course in this curriculum

B = Basic Skills course in this curriculum

T = Technical course in this curriculum

Automotive Service Technician Certificate (ASTC)

Automotive Service Technician Certificate

Semester 1LecLabCredits
AUTO 100Introduction to Automotive Technology 233
AUTO 111Engine Repair 233
AUTO 150Brakes 233
AUTO 161Electrical/Electronic Systems 1 233
AUTO 181Engine Performance 1 233
Semester 2  
AUTO 140Suspension and Steering 233
AUTO 162Electrical/Electronic Systems 2 233
AUTO 170Heating and Air Conditioning 233
AUTO 175Powertrain Systems and Service 233
AUTO 182Engine Performance 2 233
Total Credits:  203030

Automotive Service Management (ASM)

  • Diagnose mechanical malfunctions and electrical problems and make necessary repair.
  • Effectively locate and utilize technical information required for vehicle repair.
  • Function collaboratively as a member of a team to achieve specified and measurable results.
  • Operate precision automotive diagnostic and repair equipment.
  • Use tools and equipment found in an automotive repair shop.
  • Follow established procedures for safety and accident prevention in the automotive service facility.
  • Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of employer expectations and ethical work practice.
  • Diagnose a variety of automotive systems including electrical, brakes, engines, transmissions and steering, and suspension.
  • Prepare students to be entry-level technicians in a variety of automotive careers.

Courses

AUTO 100 Introduction to Automotive Technology
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on foundation concepts of the automotive industry. Topics include: safety practices, shop equipment and tools, vehicle subsystems, service publications, fasteners, professional responsibilities, and automotive maintenance.
Prerequisites: ENG 085 or appropriate placement
Corequisites: AUTO 161

AUTO 111 Engine Repair
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on internal combustion engines. Topics include: engine classification, identification of parts, disassembly, inspection, and measurement; failure analysis; reassembly; and tools and procedures used in the engine rebuilding process.
Prerequisites: AUTO 100

AUTO 140 Suspension and Steering
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of steering and suspension systems. Topics include: wheels and tires, front and rear suspension systems for front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive vehicles, and wheel alignment angles.
Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and AUTO 161

AUTO 150 Brakes
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on operation, diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive braking systems. Topics include: hydraulic, mechanical, and anti-lock braking systems; power assist units; and machine operations of drums and rotors.
Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and AUTO 161

AUTO 161 Electrical/Electronic Systems 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on systematic diagnosis and repair of basic automotive electrical circuits. Topics include: Ohm's law, interpreting wiring schematics, step-by-step testing procedures, starting and charging systems, and automotive component testing.
Prerequisites: ENG 085 or appropriate placement
Corequisites: AUTO 100

AUTO 162 Electrical/Electronic Systems 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of AUTO 161. Topics include: wiring schematic interpretation, diagnosis, and repair of driver information systems, cruise control systems, motor driven accessories, heated glass, and electronic body control systems.
Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and AUTO 161

AUTO 170 Heating and Air Conditioning
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on diagnosis, service, and repair of automotive air conditioning and heating systems. Topics include: performance testing, pressure and leak testing, electrical and mechanical controls, compressors, clutches, safety devices, and ozone-safe service.
Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and AUTO 161

AUTO 175 Powertrain Systems and Service
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on assessment and replacement of major powertrain components. Topics include: procedures for replacing and servicing engines, drivetrain components, automatic transmissions, manual transmissions, and differentials.
Prerequisites: AUTO 100 and AUTO 111 and AUTO 161

AUTO 181 Engine Performance 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on engine performance diagnostics and fuel injection and ignition systems. Topics include: evaluation of basic engine mechanical system through vacuum, cylinder power balance, compression, and cylinder leakage testing.
Prerequisites: AUTO 111 and AUTO 161

AUTO 182 Engine Performance 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of AUTO 181. Topics include: On-Board Diagnostics systems, scan tools that retrieve diagnostic codes and data, diagnostic flow charts, and testing and replacing computer sensor inputs and computer-controlled output components.
Prerequisites: AUTO 181

AUTO 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: Automotive
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BUS 190 (minimum grade C)

AUTO 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: Automotive
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: AUTO 191

AUTO 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: Automotive
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: AUTO 192

AUTO 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: Automotive
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: AUTO 193

AUTO 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: Automotive
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: AUTO 194

AUTO 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: Automotive
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: AUTO 195

AUTO 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: Automotive
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: BUS 190 (minimum grade C)

AUTO 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: Automotive
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: AUTO 291

AUTO 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: Automotive
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: AUTO 292

Faculty

Program Chair

Charles Butler, BA, ASE-MCT
charles.butler@cincinnatistate.edu

Co-op Coordinator

Brian Hooten, MAOL
brian.hooten@cincinnatistate.edu

Advisor

Lauren Nelson, BS
lauren.nelson@cincinnatistate.edu