Pathway Information

  • Total Credits | 70
  • Pathway Result | Associate in Applied Science
  • Program Code | AAS.AMS
  • Special Notes | 

Pathway Course Sequence

Semester 1 | 24 Credits

  • AMS 101 Automotive Service Introduction (3 Credits) ^
  • AMS 104 Basic Automotive Electricity (3 Credits) ^
  • AMS 109 Small Engines and Engine Fundamentals (3 Credits) ^
  • AMS 110 Auto Engine Fundamentals & Overhaul (4 Credits) ^
  • AMS 116 Electrical Accessories (3 Credits)  
  • AMS 125 Engine Performance I (5 Credits)^
  • AMS 205 Steering & Suspension Systems (3 Credits) ^

Semester 2 | 25 Credits

  • AMS 124 Automotive Heating & Air Conditioning (3 Credits) ^
  • AMS 126 Engine Performance II  (4 Credits) 
  • AMS 206 Brakes (3 Credits) ^
  • AMS 214 Automatic Transmissions (3 Credits) ^
  • AMS 222 Manual Transmissions (4 Credits) ^
  • AMS 240 Auto Diesel Performance and Diagnosis (4 Credits) ^
  • AMS 250 Hybrid and Eletric Vehicle Systems (4 Credits) ^

Semester 3 | 12 Credits

  • AMS 232 Automotive Tech Internship (2 Credits) ^
  • MID 150 Career Readiness  (1 Credits) 
  • COM 101 Fundamentals of Communication (3 Credits) ^ OR
    • COM 257 Public Speaking (3 Credits) ^
  • ENG 111 Fresnman English Composition (3 Credits) ^
  • WLD 105 Automotive Welding (3 Credits) ^

Semester 4 | 9 Credits

  • MAT 101 Basic Mathematics (3 Credits) ^
  • HUM 200 Modernity and Culture (3 Credits) ^ OR
    • HUM 242 Studies in Compassion (3 Credits) ^
  • ENV 200 Environmental Biology (3 Credits) ^

Additional Pathway Information

What's a pathway?

A pathway is a course sequence designed to help you explore interests and complete program of study requirements efficiently and affordably. You can explore more about specific courses in Self-Service.

Can I customize a pathway?

Pathways can be customized to meet your specific needs. Courses designated by a '^' are required and cannot be changed.

How do I create my pathway?

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