Contact Information
Michael Bitz, instructor/program coordinator
Michael.J.Bitz@ndscs.edu
701-671-2254
Schuett Hall 119
Delivery Methods
Face-to-Face: Wahpeton
The Automotive Technology program is designed to prepare students for the many employment opportunities in the automotive industry.
Students enrolled in Automotive Technology learn the theory of operation along with the latest repair and diagnostic procedures available in the automotive industry. Training facilities are in excellent condition and labs are very well-equipped.
Students graduating from Automotive Technology are fully employable upon completion of this program. Automotive Technology graduates are employed by manufacturers, dealerships, independent repair facilities, and private companies.
The Automotive Technology program is accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. (NATEF) ASE
Admission Requirements*
The applicants must be high school graduates or equivalent. Students considered for acceptance must complete all admission requirements.
*Program Admission Requirements are subject to revision. Please check the department or program website under Program Admission Requirements for current information.
Award
Upon successful completion of the required courses, students will be awarded a certificate in Electrical and Drivability. This certificate is one of four stackable certificates for the completion of an AAS degree in Automotive Technology.
NOTE: Students may enter this program at the beginning of any 8-week period. Please contact the Automotive Department for more information.
Electrical & Drivability
This Automotive Electrical & Drivability Certificate allows students to cover diagnosing and repairing automotive electrical and drivability faults across all makes and models. Students will troubleshoot, test, measure, and repair electrical faults relating to voltage, resistance, and amperage. Drivability concerns relating to fuel, air, spark, and compression will also be covered. Learning modules include measurement fundamentals, engine operation, ohms law, voltage tests, amperage tests, continuity checks, ignition systems, and fuel systems. Alternative fuels will also be covered.
Students gain knowledge in operation, troubleshooting, repairing, and tuning all types of vehicles. Work includes scan tool operation & use, multimeter operation & use, common electrical fault tests, ignition system tests, and fuel system tests. In addition, this certificate includes a theory and lab course covering automotive electrical systems and drivability service procedures performed on most automobiles. Hybrid & EV safety and service will be covered to prepare students for the growing hybrid & EV vehicle market. Proper use of shop tools, equipment, safety techniques and industry standards will be covered.