Automotive Service I Proficiency Certificate

The Automotive Service I Proficiency Certificate is designed for individuals who are interested in entering the field of automotive technology with a basic set of core skills.

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Program Duration: Short-term
Degree Type: Proficiency Certificate
Total Credit Hours: 18

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About This Certificate

Students who complete the Proficiency Certificate will be prepared to obtain employment in a small shop, dealership, or franchise-based repair facility. When completed, the courses may be applied towards the Automotive Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree.

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Course Sequence

Course Number and Name	Prerequisites	Credits
AT 100 - Introduction to Automotive Technology		3 credits
AT 111 - Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	4 credits
AT 121 - Principles of Automotive Electricity and Electronics	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	3 credits
AT 150 - Automotive Braking Systems	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	2 credits
AT 181 - Auto Engine Mechanical Repair	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	4 credits
AT 250 - Advanced Braking Systems & Controls	AT 121, AT 150	2 credits

Course Number and Name	Prerequisites	Credits
AT 100 - Introduction to Automotive Technology		3 credits
AT 111 - Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	4 credits
AT 121 - Principles of Automotive Electricity and Electronics	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	3 credits
AT 150 - Automotive Braking Systems	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	2 credits
AT 181 - Auto Engine Mechanical Repair	AT 100, which may be taken concurrently	4 credits
AT 250 - Advanced Braking Systems & Controls	AT 121, AT 150	2 credits

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Launch Your Career in Automotive Services

Automotive Engineering Technicians Est. salary $71,584
Electronic Equipment Installers and Repairers, Motor Vehicles Est. salary $48,899
First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers Est. salary $85,864*
Transportation Vehicle, Equipment and Systems Inspectors, Except Aviation Est. salary $83,716

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**EMSI Data, 2025; The Greater Philadelphia Area; a percentage of people in these jobs may have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Career Outlook

$85,864

Median Salary of a First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

45,379

Number of Jobs in the Region

+3.5%

10-year Job Outlook in the Region for First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

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First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers

Supervise and coordinate assignments of mechanics, installers and repairers.

Starting Pay: $54,026

Typical Tasks

Determine schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel.
Inspect and monitor work areas, examine tools and equipment, and provide employee safety training to prevent, detect, and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules.
Monitor employees' work levels and review work performance.
Investigate accidents or injuries and prepare reports of findings.

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