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Accelerate Your Career with Trinidad State College's Automotive Technology Program
Embark on a high-speed journey to a successful career in the automotive industry with Trinidad State College’s Automotive Technology Program. Located in the heart of southern Colorado, our two campuses in Trinidad and Alamosa offer a comprehensive and hands-on education designed to propel you into the automotive field with confidence and expertise.
Our Automotive Technology Program provides a robust curriculum that covers both the mechanical and technological aspects of automotive maintenance and repair. With new semesters starting every August and January, our entry-level courses require no prerequisites, making it easy to start your education at any time. Our two-year program is not only affordable with low tuition fees but also facilitated by exceptional instructors dedicated to your success.
At Trinidad State College, we believe in providing our students with the best tools for learning and success. Through our partnership with Snap-On Tools, students can participate in student excellence programs and receive significant discounts on hand tools and diagnostic equipment. We also maintain strong relationships with other automotive tool representatives and dealers, ensuring you have access to the latest industry-standard equipment.
What Will You Learn?
Upon graduating from our program, you will be fully prepared to enter the workforce as an entry-level automotive technician. Our curriculum covers a wide range of skills, including:
- General Maintenance: Learn the essentials of automotive care and upkeep.
- Diagnostic and Repair Skills: Gain the ability to diagnose and repair various automotive systems, including electrical, engine, transmission, suspension, brake, ignition, charging, and heating/air conditioning systems.
We also offer concurrent enrollment courses for high school students, providing an early start on a promising career path.
Join Trinidad State College’s Automotive Technology Program and drive your future forward. With our strong educational foundation, expert instructors, and valuable industry connections, you’ll be on the road to a successful automotive career in no time. Enroll today and start your journey towards becoming a skilled automotive professional.
Degrees and Certificates
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: AAS_ATC
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (20 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 1010 – Automotive Brake Service I (2 credits)
- ASE 1011 – Automotive Brake Service II (2 credits)
- ASE 1020 – Basic Automotive Electricity (2 credits)
- ASE 1022 – Automotive Elective Safety Systems (1 credit)
- ASE 1023 – Starting and Charging Systems (2 credits)
- ASE 2010 – Automotive Power and ABS Brake Systems (2 credits)
- ASE 2021 – Automotive and Diesel Body Electrical (4 credits)
Choose one:
- MAT 1140 – Career Math (3 credits)
- MAT 1240 – Mathematics for Liberal Arts: GT-MA1 (3 credits)
- MAT 1260 – Introduction to Statistics: GT-MA1 (3 credits)
- MAT 1340 – College Algebra: GT-MA1 (3 credits)
Semester Two (15 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1030 – General Engine Diagnosis (2 credit)
- ASE 1040 – Suspension and Steering I (2 credits)
- ASE 1041 – Suspension and Steering II (2 credits)
- ASE 1060 – Automotive Engine Repair (2 credits)
- ASE 1062 – Automotive Engine Service and Repair (2 credits)
- ASE 2040 –Suspension and Steering III (2 credits)
Choose one: (3 credits)
- ENG 1015 – Technical English and Communication
- ENG 1021 – English Composition I (GT-CO1)
- ENG 1020 – Technical Writing I (GT-CO1)
Semester Three (18 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1050 – Manual Drive Train and Axle Maintenance (2 credits)
- ASE 1051 – Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches I (2 credits)
- ASE 1052 – Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches II (2 credits)
- ASE 2050 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service (1 credit)
- ASE 2031 – Automotive Computers and Ignition Systems (2 credits)
- ASE 2051 – Automotive Transmission and Transaxle Repair (3 credits)
Choose one: (3 credits)
- COM 1150 – Public Speaking
- COM 1250 – Interpersonal Communication: GT-SS3
Choose one: (3 credits)
- ART 1111 – Art History: Ancient to Medievial: GT-AH1
- AST 1110 – Planetary Astronomy w/Lab: SC1
- ECO 2001 – Principles of Macroeconomics: GT-SS1
- HIS 1210 – U.S. History to Reconstruction: GT-HI1
- PSC 1011 – American Govt: GT-SS1
- SCI 1105 – Science in Society: GT-SC2
Semester Four (16 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1034 – Automotive Fuel and Emission Systems I (2 credits)
- ASE 2033 – Automotive Fuel and Emission Systems II (4 credits)
- ASE 2035 – Driveability & Diagnosis (2 credits)
- ASE 2064 – Introduction to Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (1 credit)
- ASE 2065 – Heating and Air Conditioning Systems (4 credits)
Choose one: (3 credits)
- AGY 2140 – Introductory Soil Science: GT-SC1
- BIO 1005 – Science of Biology with Lab: GT-SC1
- THE 1005 – Theatre Appreciation: GT-AH1
- HIS 1220 – US History since the Civil War:GT-HI1
- MUS 1020 – Music Appreciation GT: AH1
- SOC 1001 – Introduction to Sociology I : GT-SS3
Total Program Credits: 69
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AAUT
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (6 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 2050 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service (1 credit)
- ASE 2051 – Automotive Transmission and Transaxle Repair (3 credits)
Total Certificate Credits: 6
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AAEE
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (11 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 1020 – Basic Automotive Electricity (2 credits)
- ASE 1022 – Automotive Elective Safety Systems (1 credit)
- ASE 1023 – Starting and Charging System (2 credits)
- ASE 2021 – Automotive and Diesel Body Electrical (4 credits)
Total Certificate Credits: 11
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_ATC
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (17 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 1010 – Automotive Brake Service I (2 credits)
- ASE 1011 – Automotive Brake Service II (2 credits)
- ASE 1020 – Basic Automotive Electricity (2 credits)
- ASE 1022 – Automotive Elective Safety Systems (1 credit)
- ASE 1023 – Starting and Charging Systems (2 credits)
- ASE 2010 – Automotive Power and ABS Brake Systems (2 credits)
- ASE 2021 – Automotive and Diesel Body Electrical (4 credits)
Semester Two (12 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1030 – General Engine Diagnosis (2 credit)
- ASE 1040 – Suspension and Steering I (2 credits)
- ASE 1041 – Suspension and Steering II (2 credits)
- ASE 1060 – Automotive Engine Repair (2 credits)
- ASE 1062 – Automotive Engine Service and Repair (2 credits)
- ASE 2040 –Suspension and Steering III (2 credits)
Semester Three (12 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1050 – Manual Drive Train and Axle Maintenance (2 credits)
- ASE 1051 – Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches I (2 credits)
- ASE 1052 – Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches II (2 credits)
- ASE 2050 – Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Service (1 credit)
- ASE 2031 – Automotive Computers and Ignition Systems (2 credits)
- ASE 2051 – Automotive Transmission and Transaxle Repair (3 credits)
Semester Four (16 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1034 – Automotive Fuel and Emission Systems I (2 credits)
- ASE 2033 – Automotive Fuel and Emission Systems II (4 credits)
- ASE 2035 – Driveability & Diagnosis (2 credits)
- ASE 2064 – Introduction to Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (1 credit)
- ASE 2065 – Heating and Air Conditioning Systems (4 credits)
Total Program Credits: 54
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AB1
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (8 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 1010 – Automotive Brake Service I (2 credits)
- ASE 1011 – Automotive Brake Service II (2 credits)
- ASE 2010 – Automotive Power and ABS Brake Systems (2 credits)
Total Program Credits: 8
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AT4
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (12 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 2035 – Driveability & Diagnosis (2 credits)
- ASE 1034 – Automotive Fuel and Emission Systems I (2 credits)
- ASE 2031 – Automotive Computers and Ignition Systems (2 credits)
- ASE 2033 – Automotive Fuel and Emission Systems II (4 credits)
Total Program Credits: 12
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AB4
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (8 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 1030 – General Engine Diagnosis (2 credits)
- ASE 1060 – Automotive Engine Repair (2 credits)
- ASE 1062 – Automotive Engine Service and Repair (2 credits)
Total Program Credits: 8
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AB
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (7 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 2064 – Introduction to Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning (1 credit)
- ASE 2065 – Heating and Air Conditioning Systems (4 credits)
Total Program Credits: 7
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AUTQ
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (8 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 1050 – Manual Drive Train and Axle Maintenance (2 credits)
- ASE 1051 – Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches I (2 credits)
- ASE 1052 – Automotive Manual Transmission/Transaxles & Clutches II (2 credits)
Total Program Credits: 8
Campus: Trinidad & Valley
Program Code: CER_AB8
CIP Code: 47.0604
Semester One (8 Credit Hours)
- ASE 1002 – Introduction to the Automotive Shop (2 credits)
- ASE 1040 – Suspension and Steering I (2 credits)
- ASE 1041 – Suspension and Steering II (2 credits)
- ASE 2040 – Suspension and Steering III (2 credits)
Total Program Credits: 8
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Trinidad State Instructors have compiled years of experience in automotive technology and instruction techniques.
