The Automotive Technology, Automotive Technology – Mazda Pathway and Honda Automotive Technology day and evening program for the 2024-2025 academic year are currently at capacity. While we still encourage you to apply, please note that your application will be waitlisted upon completion of turning in required documentation. Should a spot become available, your application will be reviewed by our admissions team for acceptance.
In the meantime, If you would like to begin completing your general education courses and electives that will count toward the Automotive program or Honda Automotive Technology Program, you can apply into the Liberal Arts Associate Degree for the term in which you wish to begin and our Admissions team will assist you with the transition to completing your automotive application.
For further information about the program or application process, please contact Michele Doyle at 603.578.8900 x1517 or [email protected]. If you are interested in the Collision Repair Associate Degree/Collision Repair Certificate program there are still spaces available.
The Associate of Science degree in Automotive Technology – Mazda Pathway provides the technical training and academic course work needed to build a rewarding career. Our two-year degree program features hands-on automotive lab experience working on actual automotive problems in a real shop atmo- sphere. This “live work” approach lets students apply skills by performing work on vehicles needing repair. High-tech training is grouped with course work that explores the operation of automotive systems and engine repair, including; electrical, brakes, steering and suspension, automatic and manual transmissions, heating and cooling, and engine performance. Along the way you will receive individual instruction from our experienced faculty and enjoy a small class size. All Instructors are ASE master certified with L1 Advanced diagnostic certification. As a graduate, you will be prepared to take the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) technician certification exam. The Mazda Pathway: The Mazda Automotive Student Training (MAST) connects schools and students with Mazda dealers to create a Mazda-supported technician career path. HOW TO ENROLL IN THE MAZDA PATHWAY (MAST) Students enroll as an automotive student and go through the first semester with peers in the automotive technology program. As long as the student maintains a 2.5 GPA or higher, they begin the MAST pathway during the second semester.
MAST
During the spring semester, the MAST online training prepares students to become a Certified Technician before summer. Once they are a Certified Technician, the student is authorized to work in a Mazda dealership doing oil changes, tire rotation; and similar basic technician work.
Summer Co-op: As a Certified Technician, the Automotive Technology – Mazda Pathway students will join a paid Mazda Internship the summer between their first and second year in the program.
Fall, Senior Year: MAST students will take additional online, self-paced training modules like the first year. These will need to be completed by the end of the spring semester of their senior year to earn a Senior Technician status. MAST students will also complete specific hands-on tasks in their advanced electrical course this semester.
Spring, Senior Year: MAST students will complete online, self-paced training modules, and additional hands-on tasks in their engine performance class.
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Students are advised to meet with their advisor to make appropriate elective selections based on their career goals and to facilitate the broadest range of transferability.
Total Credits:
70
Program Outcomes
Upon the completion of the degree in Automotive Technology – MAZDA, graduates will be able to:
Evaluate, diagnose, and repair various automotive systems using ASE guidelines.
Use technology and basic scientific principles for research and diagnostics.
Employ industry relevant written and oral communication skills.
Identify ethical repair procedures based on multiple factors.
Be able to achieve ASE Master Certification after an additional year in the field.
In addition, the graduate will be able to demonstrate competency in the general education outcomes.
Special Requirements
In addition to the general admissions requirements, the Automotive Technology-MAZDA applicants should be aware of the following criteria:
A minimum of one year of high school Algebra I is recommended.
Basic skills in written English are required.
A basic automotive tool kit and roll cabinet are required.
Students are expected to possess a good work ethic and a strong desire to learn.
A valid driver’s license is required to be accepted into the program. It is recommended students be able to drive a manual transmission vehicle.
A copy of a clean driving record will be required of all students enrolling into the Honda PACT or Mazda MAST program.
The Mazda Advantage
Paid Summer Co-op
Scholarship opportunities
Out-of-state residents qualify for in-state tuition
Substantial discounts offered by tool manufacturers to registered students on “Tool Day”
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