ASSET-Ford, AAS

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The Automotive Student Service Educational Training program (ASSET), cosponsored by DMACC and Ford Motor Company, is a two-year automotive program designed to prepare students to be competent and professional entry-level Ford or Lincoln dealership technicians. The curriculum, designed by Ford Motor Company and DMACC, leads to the Associate degree in Automotive Technology and Ford Technician Training Certification. The program involves classroom lecture, laboratory experience and dealership work experience. To earn this degree, all ATF and AUT courses must be taken by a Ford Approved and certified instructor.

For more information about the ASSET-Ford program, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/programs/automotive/ford.

Program Details

Location: Urban

Students start Fall semester

Program Entry Requirements

Complete an application for admission.
Satisfy the assessment requirement, aptitude and ability tests.
Be accepted by Ford Motor Company as a participant.
All program participants must be employed by a participating Ford or Lincoln dealership.

Graduation Requirements

To earn an ASSET-Ford AAS degree, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 or higher grade point average. All ATF and AUT courses must be taken by a Ford Approved and certified instructor.

Semester 1

AUT 615 - Auto Electricity/Electronics Credits: 4
AUT 114 - Shop Fund & Minor Service Credits: 4
AUT 404 - Basic Suspension & Steering Credits: 4
ATF 320 - Technical Internship I Credits: 3

Semester 2

AUT 652 - Adv Automotive Electricity Credits: 3
AUT 524 - Auto Brake Systems & Service Credits: 4
AUT 845 - Electrical Systems Diagnosis Credits: 2
ATF 330 - Technical Internship II Credits: 3

Option 1 - Select 3-4 credits

MAT 772 - Applied Math Credits: 3
MAT 141 - Finite Math Credits: 4

Semester 3

ATF 326 - Ford Automotive Climate Ctrl Credits: 3
ATF 333 - Ford Engine Diagnosis/Repair Credits: 4
Select from Option 2 Credits: 3-4
Select from Option 3 Credits: 3

Option 2 - Select 3-4 credits

PHY 710 - Technical Physics Credits: 3
PHY 106 - Survey of Physics Credits: 4

Option 3 - Select 3 credits

MGT 145 - Human Relations in Management Credits: 3
PSY 102 - Human and Work Relations Credits: 3
PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3

Semester 4

ATF 340 - Technical Internship III Credits: 3
ATF 336 - Ford Fuel Systems & Injection Credits: 3
ATF 337 - Ford Driveability & Emissions Credits: 4
ATF 346 - Ford Transmission & Transaxle Credits: 4
Select from Option 4 Credits: 3

Option 4- Select 3 credits

COM 703 - Communication Skills Credits: 3
ENG 105 - Composition I Credits: 3

Semester 5

ATF 350 - Technical Internship IV Credits: 3
ATF 352 - Ford Systems/Technology Update Credits: 3
ATF 344 - Ford Driveline & 4x4 Diag/Rpr Credits: 2
ATF 362 - Ford Diesel Engine Technology Credits: 4
SPC 122 - Interpersonal Communication Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 75

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$160.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

	Term 1	Term 2	Term 3	Term 4	Term 5
Books (approximate)	220	250	80	100	0
Tools (approximate)	3500	80	80	55	55

Approximate total for program: $16,420**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

Will work in a Ford Motor Company dealership service department.
Service automobiles to keep them from developing mechanical problems (preventive maintenance).
Diagnose vehicle problems so repairs can be made.
Make systematic examinations, adjustments; repair and replace defective parts of cars and trucks.
Use different kinds of testing equipment, such as engine analyzers, compression gauges, electrical test meters and computer-based diagnostic equipment.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

Use your hands to do technical and manipulative skills with accuracy.
Use hand tools and interpret readings from meters, gauges and computers.
Establish effective interpersonal relations with customers and coworkers.
Read and understand technical information accessed online and from technical manuals.
Ability to diagnose problems and take proper remedial measures.
Lift and carry objects up to 60 lbs

What Else Should I Consider about this Degree program?

Graduates may need to relocate in order to secure employment.
Basic math and reading skills are a must.
Students must provide own hand tools (at the beginning of the program), approximate cost $3,500.
Desire to get most out of coursework as possible.
Average starting salary $35,400 (2014-2015 Placement Report).

Program Competencies

Demonstrate the ability to work with others in a safe, professional, respectful, and constructive environment.
Use verbal and written information as required by the industry to effectively communicate with customers, coworkers, and employers.
Perform preventative maintenance, checks and services to industry standards.
Repair vehicle systems according to industry and vehicle manufacturer specifications and standards.
Evaluate vehicle systems using manufactures published diagnostics.
Demonstrate the ability to operate diagnostic and repair equipment.
Complete the required Ford training.

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