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ASEP-General Motors, AAS



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The Automotive Service Educational Program (ASEP), cosponsored by DMACC and General Motors, is a two-year automotive program designed to prepare students for employment as a GM dealership technician. The curriculum, designed by General Motors and DMACC, leads to the Associate degree in Automotive Technology. The program involves classroom lecture, laboratory experience and dealership work experience.

This program is Accredited thru the ASE Education Foundation at the Master Automobile Service Technician (MAST) level.

For more information about the ASEP-General Motors program, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/programs/automotive/gm.

Program Details


Location: Ankeny


Students start in October.


Program Entry Requirements


  1. Interview with Program Chair.
  2. Be accepted by General Motors as a participant.
  3. All program participants must be employed by a participating General Motors dealership.

Graduation Requirements


To earn an ASEP-General Motors AAS degree, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

Note:


 (DMACC reserves the right to change the sequence in which these courses are offered.)

Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 75


Fixed Costs


Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$174.00 per credit

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

Varied Costs



Term 1Term 2Term 3Term 4Term 5
Books (approximate)  600
175
0075
Tools3000
100100100100

Approximate total for program: $17,300**

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

What Kind of Work Will You Do?


  • Will work in a General Motors service department.
  • Service automobiles to keep them from developing mechanical problems (preventive maintenance).
  • Diagnose drivability 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, lab scopes and computers.

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 from computer and 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 Program or Career Choice?


  • Basic math and reading skills are a must.
  • Students must provide own hand tools at the beginning of the program, approximately $3,000.
  • Average starting salary $34,113 (2015-2016 Placement Report).

Program Competencies


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

Nondiscrimination Statement


Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.

Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczysnki Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1560, fax 312/730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.

DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:
Agriculture, Natural and Environmental Science
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
Arts, Design, and Visual Communication
Business, Management, and Marketing
Education, Public, and Human Services
Health Science
Hospitality and Culinary
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Transportation & Logistics

Entrance requirements for specific programs can be found at https://www.dmacc.edu/admissions/Pages/checklist.aspx. (2021)

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