For more information, visit the Dallas College Automotive Technology webpage and your academic advisor at the Eastfield Campus.
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing the Automotive Technology – Honda Professional Automotive Career Training associate degree. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Automotive Technology – Honda Professional Automotive Career Training. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. See catalog for official degree requirements.
Honda Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT) program is a specialized program designed to prepare students for entry level employment as a service technician at a Honda or Acura dealership. Upon completion of a 2-year program, students will earn an Associates of Applied Science in Automotive Technology Honda PACT degree and factory certification. Students are encouraged to gain sponsorship/employment from a participating Honda/Acura dealership approved by the College upon entering the program. They are required to have this sponsorship/paid internship/employment at a Honda/Acura dealer for at least 640 hours as a technician in order to receive the Honda Professional Automotive Career Training degree and factory certification. Emphasis is placed upon the development of the necessary hands-on skills and knowledge required to function in Honda/Acura dealerships repairing and maintaining Honda/Acura model automobiles with electronic systems. This program includes operational theory, practical skills, and accepted shop procedures reinforced by intensive practice during cooperative work experience periods in the sponsoring dealership. Courses that complete the degree are noted below.
Catalog Year 2021-2022 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Applied Science
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official degree plan. See catalog for official degree requirements.
AAS DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
SEMESTER 1
AUMT 1305 – Introduction to Automotive Technology
AUMT 1307 – Automotive Electrical Systems
AUMT 1312 – Basic Automotive Service
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of “C" or better.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to confirm your academic/career goals before the end of the semester.
- Meet with a career advisor or coach to research your career options and opportunities for job shadowing.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 2
AUMT 1316 – Automotive Suspension and Steering Systems
AUMT 1310 – Automotive Brake Systems
AUMT 2311 – Automotive Electronic Controls
SPCH 1311 – Introduction to Speech Communication This is a core course.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your advisor to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career path and program of study.
Total Hours: 12
SEMESTER 3
AUMT 1306 – Automotive Engine Removal and Installation
AUMT 1319 – Automotive Engine Repair
MATHEMATICS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course. You must earn a grade of “C" or better.
*There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a career advisor or coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
Total Hours: 9
SEMESTER 4
AUMT 1345 – Automotive Climate Control Systems
AUMT 2317 – Automotive Engine Performance Analysis I
AUMT 2321 – Automotive Electrical Diagnosis and Repair
AUMT 2334 – Automotive Engine Performance Analysis II
HUMANITIES/FINE ARTS ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with a career advisor or coach for assistance in preparing for job search.
- Meet with a faculty or career advisor regarding placement for the Coop course.
Total Hours: 15
SEMESTER 5
AUMT 2325 – Automotive Automatic Transmission and Transaxle
AUMT 2313 – Automotive Drive Train and Axles
AUMT 2380 – Cooperative Education-Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
SOCIAL/BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE ELECTIVE* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your academic advisor for a specific list.
SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your advisor to apply for the Honda Professional Automotive Career Training A.A.S.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 12
PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS