Program: Automotive Technology, AAS - Skagit Valley College

Nov 03, 2025

2018-2019 Catalog SVC

113 credits

Degree Map

Includes required AAS courses. First year students start Fall quarter by enrolling in AT 100 , AT 121 , AT 124 , AT 133 and CSS 103 . Student schedule may vary based on entry point, credit load, and prerequisites. Consult with department chair or SVC counselor for scheduling options.

First Year

Fall

^ AT 100 - Automotive Fundamentals (3)
AT 121 - Automotive Electrical I (7)
AT 133 - Chassis Electrical II (8)
CSS 103 - First Quarter Experience (2)

Total Hours: 20

Winter

AT 124 - Brake Systems (8)
AT 131 - Suspension, Steering and Alignment (7)
† ENGL& 101 - English Composition I (5)

Total Hours: 20

Spring

AT 141 - Transmissions & Drivetrains (12)
† WMATH 100 - Professional Technical Applied Math (5)
WT 133 - Oxy-Fuel Processes for Mechanics (2)

Total Hours: 19

Second Year

Fall

AT 201 - Automotive Parts & Service Specialist (3)
AT 205 - Engines (8)
AT 207 - Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (7)
WT 231 - Gas Metal Arc Welding for Mechanics (2)

Total Hours: 17

Winter

‡ AT 199 - Cooperative Education Experience (1-15)
AT 210 - Drivability I (7)
AT 212 - Drivability II (8)
CMST& 210 - Interpersonal Communication: D (5)

Total Hours: 21+

Spring

~ AT 201 - Automotive Parts & Service Specialist (3)
AT 215 - Alternative Fuels and Power Technologies (6)
AT 220 - Professional Lab Techniques (6) or
AT 225 - Engine Machining I (6)
Δ MANF 121 - First Aid and CPR (1)

Total Hours: 16

Note:

† Students who do not receive an appropriate test score will require additional coursework to develop necessary skills for entry into class.

^ or AT 107. AT 100 is offered Fall and Spring quarters only.

‡ AT 199 may be taken at any time after the first year, including summer quarter.

Δ No other course(s) or certifications can substitute for MANF 121.

~ AT 201 is offered Fall and Spring quarters. Students can choose either quarter.