Automotive Service Technology II - 50710
750 hours
This program provides advanced training in the automotive service industry and supplemental training for persons previously or currently employed in the automotive industry.
Any person who repairs or services a motor vehicle air conditioning (MVAC) system for consideration (payment or bartering) must be properly trained and certified under section 609 of the Clean Air Act by an EPA-approved program. All technicians servicing MVAC-like appliances must be certified.
EPA-approved technician training and certification (TT&C) programs provide education on the proper use of MVAC servicing equipment, the applicable regulatory requirements, the importance of refrigerant recovery, as well as the effects of improper handling of refrigerants on the ozone layer and climate. To be certified, technicians must be trained by an EPA-approved program and pass a test demonstrating their knowledge in these areas. For more information, please visit https://www.epa.gov/mvac/section-609-technician-training-and-certification-programs.
Degree Requirements
Required program:
| AER 0503 | Automobile Engine Performance Technician (N) | 300 hours |
| AER 0172 | Automotive Heating and Air Conditioning Techniciam (N) | 150 hours |
| AER 0257 | Automatic Transmission and Transaxle Technician (N) | 150 hours |
| AER 0274 | Manual Drivetrain and Axle Technician (N) | 150 hours |