Academic Programs
DEGREE TYPE
A.A.S. | Diploma | Certificate
LOCATION
On Campus
FACULTY
Randy Olson, Professor
Randy.Olson@lrsc.edu
701-662-1558
Rick McAllister, Professor
Rick.McAllister@lrsc.edu
701-662-1583
Automotive Technology
The Automotive Technology program at Lake Region State College is student-centered with both classroom lectures and hands-on experiences. Our graduates leave as highly qualified and motivated individuals. They work in automotive dealerships, independent shops, and service centers. The Certificate and Diploma are offered under a competency-based career and technical education format providing self-paced, individualized instruction.
The curriculum includes training in the eight skill areas defined by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE). Voluntary certification testing with ASE upon completion of the program is strongly encouraged.
Automotive Technology has become an industry driven by science and technology. The Automotive Technology program at LRSC is nationally certified by the ASE Education Foundation. Instruction is delivered by qualified faculty using proper tools, equipment, and an up-to-date curriculum. Technicians are trained in the latest testing equipment and special tools needed to repair all types of automobiles.
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE
Degree Requirements | ||
| AUTO 111 | Engine Fundamentals | 6 |
| AUTO 112 | Engine Overhaul | 6 |
| AUTO 148 | Suspension and Steering | 4 |
| AUTO 158 | Brakes | 4 |
| AUTO 161 | Electronics | 3 |
| AUTO 162 | Electrical Systems | 6 |
| AUTO 181 | Fuel Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 182 | Computer Controls | 3 |
| AUTO 208 | Hybrid and light-duty Diesel | 3 |
| AUTO 221 | Auto Transmission Fundamentals | 3 |
| AUTO 222 | Auto Transmission Diagnostic and Repair | 3 |
| AUTO 238 | Manual Drivelines | 6 |
| AUTO 265 | Advanced Automotive Electronics | 3 |
| AUTO 278 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| AUTO 288 | Engine Performance II | 6 |
| ENGL 105 | Technical Communications | 3 |
| TECH 238 | Basic Welding | 2 |
| *General Education | Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | 6 |
| *General Education | English and Communications | 3 |
| *General Education | Math, Science, and Computer Science | 6 |
| *General Education | Physical Education (HPER) | 2 |
| TOTAL AAS CREDITS | 84 | |
DIPLOMA
DIPLOMA
Degree Requirements | ||
| AUTO 111 | Engine Fundamentals | 6 |
| AUTO 112 | Engine Overhaul | 6 |
| AUTO 148 | Suspension and Steering | 4 |
| AUTO 158 | Brakes | 4 |
| AUTO 161 | Electronics | 3 |
| AUTO 162 | Electrical Systems | 6 |
| AUTO 181 | Fuel Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 182 | Computer Controls | 3 |
| AUTO 208 | Hybrid and Light-Duty Diesel | 3 |
| AUTO 221 | Auto Transmission Fundamentals | 3 |
| AUTO 222 | Auto Transmission Diagnostic and Repair | 3 |
| AUTO 238 | Manual Drivelines | 6 |
| AUTO 265 | Advanced Automotive Electronics | 3 |
| AUTO 278 | Heating and Air Conditioning | 3 |
| AUTO 288 | Engine Performance II | 6 |
| ENGL 105 | Technical Communications | 3 |
| MATH 100 | Or higher | 3 |
| TECH 238 | Basic Welding | 2 |
| TOTAL DIPLOMA CREDITS | 70 | |
CERTIFICATE
CERTIFICATE
Degree Requirements | ||
| AUTO 111 | Engine Fundamentals | 6 |
| AUTO 112 | Engine Overhaul | 6 |
| AUTO 148 | Suspension and Steering | 4 |
| AUTO 158 | Brakes | 4 |
| AUTO 161 | Electronics | 3 |
| AUTO 162 | Electrical Systems | 6 |
| AUTO 181 | Fuel Systems | 3 |
| AUTO 182 | Computer Controls | 3 |
| MATH 100 | Or higher | 3 |
| TOTAL CERTIFICATE CREDITS | 38 | |