Program Details
Program Details

Program Details

Diploma in Automotive Analysis and Repair

Diploma
Danville Community College

The Diploma in Automotive Analysis and Repair prepares students in the theory of repair and the areas of automotive powertrain including engines, transmissions, final drive systems, fuel and electrical systems, suspension repair and alignment, climate control systems, and computerized engine control diagnostics and repair. Students work in a shop with industry-standard equipment including vehicle lifts, wheel alignment machines, powertrain hoists and jacks, parts and assembly cleaning equipment,


Program Overview & Guidance
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Program Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree he Diploma in Automotive Analysis and Repair prepares students in the theory of repair and the areas of automotive powertrain including engines, transmissions, final drive systems, fuel and electrical systems, suspension repair and alignment, climate control systems, and computerized engine control diagnostics and repair. Students work in a shop with industry-standard equipment including vehicle lifts, wheel alignment machines, powertrain hoists and jacks, parts and assembly cleaning equipment, electrical theory simulators and testing equipment, and air conditioning and refrigerant machines. This program is accredited by the National Automotive Training Education Foundation (NATEF) at the Master level.
Considerations When Selecting Courses

The Automotive Analysis and Repair can be completed in 5 semesters.

  • Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year
  • Connect with an advisor at your community college and Danville Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree
Program Successes & Highlights Industry Certifications: A student has the opportunity to earn an ASE/NATEF, Mobile Air Conditioning, Virginia Vehicle Safety Inspection License, Snap-On Meter Training, S/P2 Safety Training. The Automotive Analysis and Repair focus teaches sills such as: Use an automotive scan tool and a multi-meter to retrieve information and diagnose a modern automobile. Work in teams to complete disassembly & reassembly of an automatic transmission. Use precision measurement tools such as an outside micrometer & a torque wrench. Complete a four-wheel brake job on a modern auto. Successfully complete a Shop Safety Course.
Program Credit Requirements
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Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. lf you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program if you are not following a Transfer Guide. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio, the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.

The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio and the requirements for the selected program.

A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Diploma in Automotive Analysis and Repair
72
Diploma in Automotive Analysis and Repair
72
Course Grad Req-907
72
First Semester Plan# 907
16
AUT 111: Automotive Engines I
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 112: Automotive Engines II
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 127: Automotive Lubricatio
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 130: Introduction to Auto
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ENG 131: Technical Report Writ
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
SDV 100: College Success Skill
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Second Semester Plan# 907
15
AUT 121: Automotive Fuel Syste
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 241: Auto Electricity I
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 242: Automotive Electricit
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 265: Automotive Braking Sy
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Summer Term I
11
AUT 230: Introduction to Alter
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 236: Automotive Climate Co
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 266: Auto Alignment, Suspe
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Third Semester Plan# 907
15
AUT 122: Automotive Fuel Syste
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 136: Automotive Vehicle In
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 211: Automotive Systems II
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 237: Automotive Accessorie
2
Earn 2 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
HUM 165: Controversial Issues
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Fourth Semester Plan# 907
15
AUT 178: Manual Trans & Drive
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 212: Automotive Systems IV
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
AUT 251: Automatic Transmissio
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
ECO 100: Elementary Economics
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?
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Transfer Guidance Element What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion A minimum of 25% of the credit required for graduation in the curriculum must be earned at DCC.The program administrator responsible for evaluating a student’s previous coursework shall determine the acceptability of each course the student wishes to transfer or apply toward the program requirements based upon his/her knowledge of any changes that have occurred since the course(s) was completed; Give particular attention to courses in areas that have had significant technological changes in recent years (e.g., electronics, automotive, graphic imaging, information systems, administrative support technology, etc.); As deemed appropriate, seek the input of faculty or other administrators regarding the proper course of action.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School Academically accelerated program for students planning to enter a four-year college. Qualified juniors complete the last two years of high school at DCC. Students earn an Advanced Studies high school diploma and a two-year Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree in Liberal Arts at the same time.
Credit for Prior Learning Credit may be granted for prior learning for non-collegiate education, training, and/or occupational experiences as recommended by college faculty, ACE, the National College Credit Recommendation Service, or another college-approved organization. Students may be awarded college credit if they can demonstrate previous educational study or training/work experience that entitles them to credit for specific courses applicable to their program of study. Documentation for special training or experience must be submitted with the request for credit and will be retained in the student’s file. The supporting documentation must include samples of work or projects completed. Students wishing to be awarded previous completion credit for a specific course should contact the appropriate division office in which the course is taught. DCC reserves the right to place a time limit on prior learning experiences for which advanced standing may be granted. The division dean, in consultation with the admissions coordinator, will determine if courses taken more than five years previously can be used in the student’s current program of study.
Did You Know That...
  • Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?
  • Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Danville Community College
College Level Information
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College Fit Guidance What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me? Danville Community College offers small class sizes and affordable tuition. The college offers several student clubs including the African American Culture Club, the Cyber Knights, and more.
Transfer Student Catalog Year A catalog year is based on the time a student was formally admitted to a program of study.
First Year Student Catalog Year All students who are initially placed in a program (including Developmental Studies) are placed in a catalog year at the same time.
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions Danville Community College has Guaranteed Admissions Agreements with many public and private four-year institutions in the commonwealth. These transfer partnerships assist students in making a smooth transition from one institution to the next by maximizing community college credits. It’s never too early to begin planning for a smooth transfer to another institution. Your decisions and commitment to a specific program and university directly impact the success of transferring credits. The longer you wait to make a decision, the more you risk delaying degree completion. We recommend the following: 1) By the time you have earned 15 credits, declare your intent to transfer. 2) By the time you are mid-way through your academic program, declare your major and university.
Where Can This Degree Transfer
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This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution Title Degree Award Name Award Level Delivery Mode
Blue Ridge Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science Degree in Automotive Analysis and RepairAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Automotive TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
J Sargeant Reynolds Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Automotive Technology, Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), MajorAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Northern Virginia Community CollegeAutomotive Technology, A.A.S.AssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Peninsula Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science in Automotive TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Tidewater Community CollegeAssociate of Applied Science - Automotive TechnologyAssociateAssociate of Applied Science2-YearIn-Person
Careers Where This Degree Applies
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O*Net Code Name Description Parent
49-3023.00Automotive Service Technicians and MechanicsDiagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul automotive vehicles.Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
49-2093.00Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation EquipmentInstall, adjust, or maintain mobile electronics communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other mobile equipment.Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
49-2096.00Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor VehiclesInstall, diagnose, or repair communications, sound, security, or navigation equipment in motor vehicles.Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations
Cost To Complete
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This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 72 credits remaining to be completed

Please select the "Cumulative Months of Service" that determine your Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits.
Estimated Cost for the Diploma in Automotive Analysis and Repair at Danville Community College
These costs are based on an estimated 5 semesters or 2.5 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category Cost Basis Cost (To You) Estimated Benefits Net Cost Notes
Tuition $159 Per Credit $11,448 $0 $11,448
Fees
Student Activity Fee $2 Per Credit $144 0 $144
Maintenance Fee $1 Per Credit $72 0 $72
*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.
Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:
  • You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.