Program Overview
The Associate Degree in Automotive Technology with High Performance will provide you with a thorough understanding of the theory of operation, design and servicing techniques of the many systems and system components of today’s automobiles. NEIT uses the latest industry standards, up-to-date diagnostic equipment, and an Automotive Service Excellence approved curriculum in its training program. New England Institute of Technology participates in the Ford Maintenance and Light Repair program. NEIT also participates in the Mopar Career Automotive Program LOCAL curriculum, designed and developed by Fiat Chrysler Automotive Performance Institute. The curriculum includes a variety of self-study web-based and instructor-led courses. NEIT also participates in Subaru University program. The Subaru-U web-based training will award students level one Subaru technician certification. These intensive programs will prepare you for entry-to-industry-level technical capability and offer skills needed for rapid advancement. Graduates of this program are eligible to continue on for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management with an Automotive Service/Transportation Management concentration. NEIT’s Automotive Technology program is Master Certified by the National Automotive Technician’s Education Foundation (NATEF).
Read More The Automotive Technology Department provides in-depth study and application of the most current trends in the automotive field. The department offers four automotive associate degree programs: Automotive Technology and Advanced Automotive Technology, Automotive Technology with High Performance and Advanced Automotive Technology with High Performance. While all programs cover the same topics, the Advanced Automotive Technology degrees include more in-depth study. Students learn the design, theory of operation, and servicing techniques of the many systems and system components of today’s automobiles. Training in engine construction and design, engine repair, electricity, electronics, suspension, steering, brakes, transmissions, fuel systems, ignition systems, and emission controls is provided to assure maximum coverage. Advanced training in air conditioning, drive trains, and transaxles are offered as well. A final engine performance class covers computerized engine controls, fuel injection systems, tailpipe emissions diagnosis, and ABS braking systems. NEIT uses the latest industry standards, up-to-date diagnostic equipment, and Automotive Service Excellence approved curriculum in its training program. The High-Performance degree programs offer an additional term of study in high-performance vehicle modification and testing. New England Institute of Technology participates in the Ford Maintenance and Light Repair (MLR) program which includes Ford Service Technician Specialty Training (STST) in the following areas: Electrical Systems, Climate Control, Brake Systems, Steering & Suspension, Tire, Chassis & Maintenance. Upon graduation, students will have completed the necessary requirements for the Ford MLR certification. These intensive programs prepare students for entry-to-industry-level technical capability and offer skills needed for rapid advancement. After completing some prerequisites, graduates of this program are eligible to continue for a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management with an Automotive Service/Transportation Management (MGTT) concentration.. #AutoPerformanceAtNEIT ACCREDITATION STATUS NEIT’s Automotive Technology program has received Master Automobile Service Technology Accreditation by the ASE Education Foundation, 1503 Edwards Ferry Rd., NE, Suite 401, Leesburg, VA 20176, (703) 669-6650 ● www.ASEeducationfoundation.orgFull Description
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