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Mar 14, 2025
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2025-2026 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
Automotive Technician AAS Degree
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Program Information
The Anoka Technical College Automotive Technician Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree is intended for advanced individuals who are looking for additional possibilities in their automotive future. This 72-credit program not only provides an individual with an entry level career in the automotive service industry, it can also increase future educational or career options. The general education credits contained within the AAS can lead to leadership positions within the industry as well as act as a stepping stone to a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in Engineering or Business Management.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Develop the knowledge and demonstrate an understanding of automotive related systems, components, terminology and acronyms.
- Develop and demonstrate knowledge, skills, and attitudes essential to the automotive repair industries expectations of performance.
- Demonstrate the ability to utilize computer and non-computer based vehicle service information systems.
- Use automotive tools, shop and test equipment, materials, and chemicals safely and effectively.
- Develop critical and creative thinking processes required to effectively and efficiently diagnose and repair vehicle technical problems.
Admission Requirements
Successful completion of the Automotive diploma or instructor approval.
Program Start Dates
Fall Semester: August
Faculty Contact
Dave Holmquist: 763-576-4187
Dave McFarland: 763-576-4193
Jim Talmadge: 763-576-4098
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MnTC General Education Requirements
This program requires completion of the following fifteen credits of general education from at least three goal areas of the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC). Refer to the MnTC course list for elective courses: Fall Semester: 16 Credits
Spring Semester: 18 Credits
Fall Semester: 20 Credits
Spring Semester: 18 Credits
MnTC General Education Credits: 15
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